Flights Kuala Lumpur — Sydney

Q: Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, and AirAsia X. Connecting flights are also available from carriers such as Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates.

Cheap flights Kuala Lumpur — Sydney

Below you can see the best deals on flights Kuala Lumpur — Sydney for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 13 August, from AED 694.

Top 10 cheap flights Kuala Lumpur — Sydney

Direct flights Kuala Lumpur — Sydney

Direct flight options for Kuala Lumpur — Sydney with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by AirAsia X — travel time is 8 h 20 min.

Top 10 direct flights Kuala Lumpur — Sydney

About the Kuala Lumpur — Sydney flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney. The 6,609 km journey is served by regular scheduled flights, with approximately 29 flights per week operating on this route. Before booking, we recommend checking how to get to the airport for departure and planning your route from Sydney Airport upon arrival.

Flights are operated by major carriers such as Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, and AirAsia X. Ticket prices are dynamic and vary by season, so use the low-price calendar and price trend chart provided on this page to find the best offer.

Return route:return route: flights Sydney → Kuala Lumpur

Flight schedule Kuala Lumpur — Sydney

The table shows direct flights Kuala Lumpur → Sydney on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 8 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Malaysia Airline, AirAsia X, Oman Air and KLM. Departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport airports, arrivals at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and Western Sydney International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Kuala Lumpur — Sydney

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kuala Lumpur — Sydney by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 694 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,561 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Kuala Lumpur → Sydney, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	AED 1,335	high	May	AED 950	low	Sep	AED 1,001	medium
Feb	AED 1,283	high	Jun	AED 1,078	medium	Oct	AED 1,027	medium
Mar	AED 1,027	medium	Jul	AED 1,181	high	Nov	AED 975	low
Apr	AED 1,001	medium	Aug	AED 975	low	Dec	AED 1,386	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The warmest time in Sydney is January, with average daytime temperatures reaching 27.6°C. The coolest and driest weather is typically recorded in July and August (with lows of 7.9°C at night), while rainfall peaks in March, with about 141 mm of precipitation.

The most affordable month to fly from Kuala Lumpur is August, with ticket prices starting AED 694. The highest prices are seen in May—AED 1,561—as well as in January, when fares rise AED 1,062.

The best time for a trip is generally August and September: these months see the fewest rainy days, and flight prices remain the most budget-friendly for travelers.

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How to get the best deal on a Kuala Lumpur — Sydney ticket

Book your tickets 6–8 weeks before your planned departure date, as prices on this route tend to rise sharply as the flight date approaches.
Consider flying on Tuesdays and Wednesdays—statistics show that mid-week departures are often cheaper than flights on Fridays or Sundays.
If you choose the low-cost carrier AirAsia X (D7), be sure to check the baggage policy, as basic fares often include only carry-on luggage.
Compare the cost of direct flights with one-stop options from carriers like Singapore Airlines or Vietnam Airlines, which can sometimes save you more than AED 251.

Airlines

There are 12 airlines operating on the Kuala Lumpur — Sydney route, with Malaysia Airlines and Qantas leading in the number of direct flights. Service frequency is approximately 29 flights per week, including both direct options and connecting routes. A detailed schedule, information on aircraft types, and specific departure days for each carrier are provided in the list below.

Malaysia AirlineMH
14x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8916.6M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD14x/week
  Duration
  8h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
49.4%Open →
AirAsia XD7
7x/week
WebsiteFleet: 182.8M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD7x/week
  Duration
  8h 20m
  Days
  un,MonS
24.1%Open →
Oman AirWY
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 325.4M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
3.4%Open →
KLMKL
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 11230.3M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
3.4%Open →
QantasQF
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 33646M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
3.4%Open →
SriLankan AirlinesUL
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 244.5M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
3.4%Open →
Myanmar Airways8M
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 111.2M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
2.3%Open →
Qatar AirwaysQR
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
2.3%Open →
Saudi Arabian AirlinesSV
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14730M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
2.3%Open →
Turkish AirlinesTK
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
2.3%Open →
FireflyFY
1x/week
Fleet: 142M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
2.3%Open →
Latam Airlines GroupLA
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 34782M pax/year
- Direct flight KUL → SYD1x/week
1.1%Open →

Cities and airports on the Kuala Lumpur — Sydney route

Flights Kuala Lumpur — Sydney depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and arrive at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and Western Sydney International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Kuala Lumpur

KUL

Malaysia

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Malaysia

Arrival

Sydney

SYD

Australia

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Australia

Departure airports

Kuala Lumpur International AirportKUL
About the airport
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah AirportSZB
About the airport

Arrival airports

Sydney (Kingsford Smith) AirportSYD
About the airport
Western Sydney International AirportWSI
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the Kuala Lumpur — Sydney flight

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney?

A direct flight covering a distance of 6,609 km takes an average of 8–9 hours. Travel time for connecting flights depends on the layover duration and can range from 12 to 20 hours.

Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, and AirAsia X. Connecting flights are also available from carriers such as Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

All international flights from Kuala Lumpur arrive at the city's primary airport — Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).

When is the best time to buy flight tickets?

The most favorable deals usually appear 1.5–2 months before departure. We recommend monitoring price trends and using the low-price calendar on this page to find the lowest fares.

Where else you can fly from Kuala Lumpur

Kota Kinabalu∙16 July

Where else you can fly to Sydney from

Sunshine Coast∙4 July

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