Find Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 27% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Direct flights
You can fly direct with Malaysia Airlines. Average duration is 7h 27m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
Avoid delays
Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
Insights
Insights
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 20% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg RM 1,738 (return)
Shortest trip • 11h 57m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Kuala Lumpur!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur (ADL-KUL)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur

Multiple Airlines Logo
ADL  Adelaide-MY1 Glasgow Maryhill
9195 kmmulti-stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
MY1  Glasgow Maryhill-ADL Adelaide
9195 kmmulti-stop
Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur at RM 2,395 return.
•December (RM 4,145) and September (RM 3,717) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur the cheapest?

Flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights

Low season

October
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 19% increase in traveller numbers.

When to book flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price

Your Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:45 and lands at 18:12
    • Latest: departs at 11:00 and lands at 18:27.

    The flight takes about 7h 27m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    A direct flight from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur takes 7h 27m, covering 9,195 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flight?

    Return flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur range from RM 2,255 to RM 3,831, with an average of RM 2,988 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 2,255 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the RM 2,988 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average RM 1,738 return via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), compared with RM 3,328 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    Malaysia Airlines is the only airline operating Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights. 95% of its flights are on time.

  • How are flight departures from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What car rental options are available in Kuala Lumpur?

    Since Kuala Lumpur is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Kuala Lumpur Subang Airport (SZB) – daily rates from around RM 84:

    • Suria Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Agtran
    • Thrifty

    Near Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) – daily rates from around RM 46:

    • Paradise
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • Europcar
    • SEIYON Rent a Car
    • R&R Rent A Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    Flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and may arrive at several airports in Kuala Lumpur area, including Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and Kuala Lumpur Subang (SZB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur pass through?

    One-stop flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur most commonly connect through:

    • Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) – 73% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Perth (PER) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur. Monday is the cheapest departure day at RM 2,705 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at RM 3,276, a difference of RM 571.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    Only Malaysia Airlines operates flights between Adelaide and Kuala Lumpur.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

    Flying via Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 57m, compared to 12h 28m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 12h 47m via Melbourne (MEL).

  • What is the time difference between Adelaide and Kuala Lumpur?

    Kuala Lumpur is 2 hours behind Adelaide (Malaysia Time vs Central Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kuala Lumpur are KLCC Park, World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, and Berjaya Times Square. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    Among airlines operating Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights:

    • Malaysia Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Malaysia Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average RM 2,705, about RM 571 less than Friday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur trip for August. Fares historically average RM 2,395 return in that month – typically RM 1,750 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages RM 1,738 return on this route – about RM 1,590 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur

Monday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Tuesday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Wednesday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Thursday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Friday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Saturday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Sunday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide

Monday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Tuesday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Wednesday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Thursday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Friday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Saturday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Sunday

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur

Complete your trip to Kuala Lumpur with a hotel stay or car hire