Find Cheap Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur – Compare and Save

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur:

• Earliest: departs at 07:35 and lands at 09:37
• Latest: departs at 20:30 and lands at 22:32.

The flight takes about 2h 02m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur takes 2h 02m, covering 1,632 km.

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.

Return flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur range from RM 511 to RM 813, with an average of RM 630 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 511 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the RM 630 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Malaysia Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Vietnam Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur flights are:

• Malaysia Airlines: 82% on time
• Vietnam Airlines: 71% on time
• VietJet Air: 67% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 71% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge RM 47–RM 408 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur usually depart from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and may arrive at several airports in Kuala Lumpur area, including Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and Kuala Lumpur Subang (SZB).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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 Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 44m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at RM 580 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at RM 686, a difference of RM 106.

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

4 airlines operate flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• AirAsia
• Malaysia Airlines
• VietJet Air
• Vietnam Airlines

Kuala Lumpur is 1 hour ahead of Ho Chi Minh City (Malaysia Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur flights:

• Malaysia Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

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

• AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• VietJet Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Malaysia Airlines: 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.