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Flight deals from Riyadh Airport to Kuala Lumpur

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Kuala Lumpur? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $491. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.$284 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$285 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$286 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$322 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$336 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $336, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$340 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$342 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $342, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$355 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $355, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$358 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $358, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$454 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $454, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$461 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$670 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from Riyadh on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $670, select.
Kuala Lumpur.$714 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from Riyadh on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $714, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from $284
May
from $286
Jun
from $285
Jul
from $340
Aug
from $322
Sep
from $336
Oct
from $358
Nov
from $355
Dec
from $461
Jan
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Feb
from $342
Mar
from $454

Direct flights from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur

Alternative Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah

18km from central Kuala Lumpur
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Kuala Lumpur International

46km from central Kuala Lumpur
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Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$284
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time8 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineSaudia
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur is $491. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur.
Saudia flies direct from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur.
As of April 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur is usually May.
If you're flying from Riyadh Airport, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.8 km away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from $491.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, 17 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kuala Lumpur but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Etihad Airways and Saudia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur.

Travelling from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • Kuala Lumpur is five hours ahead of Riyadh, where Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located. Kuala Lumpur runs on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to make your RUH to Kuala Lumpur flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a popular month like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from RUH to Kuala Lumpur. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)

  • RUH is about 27 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur? Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are close to RUH. They're an especially good choice if you're catching an early flight.

  • Riyadh King Khalid International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Kuala Lumpur

  • $284 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight. A return plane ticket right now is $491. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap flights from RUH to Kuala Lumpur, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from RUH to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • The distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from RUH to Kuala Lumpur.

Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 19 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. After your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SZB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your RUH to Kuala Lumpur flight:

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SZB one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • Search for cheap tickets from RUH to Kuala Lumpur in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Kuala Lumpur:

  • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Sky Terrace KL Tower, Petronas Twin Towers and Warisan Merdeka Tower are must-visits when exploring Kuala Lumpur.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kuala Lumpur has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.

  • Johor Bahru is another favourite destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres southeast of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without experiencing Raja Maha Mariamman Temple, Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar) and Zaharah Botanic Gardens.

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