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Cheapest return flight
RM 4,520
Typical prices: RM 4,669-RM 6,579
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/1Sun 4/3
IAH - KUL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
RM 2,185
Typical prices: RM 2,471-RM 3,542
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/2
IAH - KUL • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Kuala Lumpur. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg RM 5,635 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Kuala Lumpur

 
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Recent return flight deals from Houston to Kuala Lumpur

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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09:45 - 23:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 55m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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12:30 - 07:55KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
33h 25m2 stops Hanoi Noibai Tokyo Narita
RM 4,394Multiple Airlines
Thu, 28 Jan - Thu, 4 Mar
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09:09 - 02:10IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 01m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:30 - 16:57KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
45h 27m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
RM 4,520Multiple Airlines
Thu, 28 Jan - Thu, 4 Mar
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07:41 - 02:10IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:40 - 14:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
30h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas
RM 4,524Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov
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09:09 - 01:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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02:55 - 18:12KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
29h 17m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
RM 4,557Cathay Pacific
Wed, 28 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov
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09:09 - 01:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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02:55 - 18:12KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
29h 17m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
RM 4,585Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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09:11 - 01:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
26h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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02:55 - 19:49KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
30h 54m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles
RM 4,606Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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09:45 - 23:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 55m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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13:35 - 07:55KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
32h 20m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Tokyo Narita
RM 4,610Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
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09:53 - 08:05IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
33h 12m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:40 - 21:13KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
37h 33m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas
RM 4,618Multiple Airlines
Fri, 2 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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09:06 - 08:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
34h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:55 - 00:36KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
39h 41m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
RM 4,642Multiple Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar
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09:09 - 01:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
26h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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02:55 - 19:11KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
30h 16m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles
RM 4,650Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Houston to Kuala Lumpur flights

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

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Kuala Lumpur and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Kuala Lumpur at RM 4,353 return.
  • December (RM 7,096) and June (RM 6,880) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Kuala Lumpur the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Kuala Lumpur are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Houston to Kuala Lumpur flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

RM 2,185
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

When to book flights from Houston to Kuala Lumpur

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to Kuala Lumpur based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston to Kuala Lumpur flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Houston to Kuala Lumpur may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), with arrivals available at airports in Kuala Lumpur such as Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and Kuala Lumpur Subang (SZB).

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Houston to Kuala Lumpur.

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

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

    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 15% of one-stop connections

    Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Houston to Kuala Lumpur route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 4,744 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at RM 6,449, a difference of RM 1,705. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 Suria KLCC. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 36% above the route average of RM 5,330. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Houston to Kuala Lumpur takes 0h 00m, covering 25,621 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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.

  • Have flight prices from Houston to Kuala Lumpur changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 4,520 to RM 42,757. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston to Kuala Lumpur looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston to Kuala Lumpur are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 2,387, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 24m, compared to 23h 27m via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) and 26h 07m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

    Kuala Lumpur is 13 hours ahead of Houston (Malaysia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Intl Airport (KUL) – daily rates from around RM 44:

    • Paradise
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • SEIYON Rent a Car
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION

    Near Kuala Lumpur Subang Airport (SZB) – daily rates from around RM 84:

    • Suria Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Agtran
    • WAHDAH

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

    Return flights from Houston to Kuala Lumpur range from RM 4,669 to RM 6,579, with an average of RM 5,330 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 4,669 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Houston 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average RM 4,744 – about RM 1,705 less than Sunday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Kuala Lumpur trip for March. Fares historically average RM 4,353 return in that month – typically RM 2,742 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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