Flights from Malaysia
Planning a trip from Malaysia? Rest assured, all the flight information you need is here. With 33 airports across the country, traveling from Malaysia is easy and accessible. With international flights currently operated from 14 airports, while intercontinental flights are solely served by Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL). In addition, 32 airports handle domestic routes as well, 19 of those airports only operate domestic flights.
As of May 2026, Malaysia has 32,379 flights to 164 airports in 41 different countries. Those flights are operated by 84 different airlines — including 24 low-cost airlines — which give you a wide range of options to suit your travel preferences and budget. Cabin classes that are available on flights from Malaysia are: Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.
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Airports in Malaysia Airlines flying from Malaysia Low-cost airlines Points & Miles information Destinations by flight duration Best time to travel from Malaysia Countries with direct flights All direct flights from Malaysia First Class flights Business Class flights Domestic flights International destinations Intercontinental destinations Popular routes Routes with a stopover FAQFlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from Malaysia. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.
Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from Malaysia? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.
To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class and First Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by Oneworld, SkyTeam or Star Alliance.
All airports in Malaysia
Travel from Malaysia!
Explore all 33 airports across the country, ranked by popularity based on flight traffic at each airport. The biggest airports are located in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Kota Kinabalu, and together, the top 3 airports in these cities account for over 66% of all departing flights this month.
Below is the full list of departure airports across the country. To find flights from any of those locations, simply select an airport to view all routes, airlines, and detailed flight schedules.










Airlines flying from Malaysia
You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 84 airlines operate flights from Malaysia, including 24 low-cost carriers.
Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in Malaysia. If you're specifically looking for low-cost options, check the dedicated section further down the page.
Low-cost Airlines flying from Malaysia
For budget-friendly airfare, consider booking with one of the 24 low-cost airlines departing from Malaysia. AirAsia offers the widest range of options, as they operate 60% of all low-cost flights from a total of 16 airports around the country. Explore your options below and find affordable routes that fit your travel plans!
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Malaysia. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).
For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!
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Which destinations lie within 1,000 miles of Malaysia?



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Destinations from Malaysia by flight duration
Have a look at all destinations from Malaysia arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.
From Malaysia, where can I fly in 1 hour?



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Long-haul flights from Malaysia
Explore all long-haul destinations from Malaysia with a flight duration of more than 7 hours.










Best time to travel from Malaysia
When planning a trip from Malaysia, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types. This way, you can easily organize your trip from Malaysia, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of May, you can fly non-stop to 86 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.





🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
The tropical spots in the Southern Hemisphere have their dry season from May to October, making it the best time to explore these beautiful destinations. During this dry period, you can expect mostly clear skies. Although the temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), the wet season can bring days of rain.





🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Malaysia, you have the option to take a direct flight to 43 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October





🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
The ideal period to visit these destinations is from April to June and again from August to October, although they can be enjoyed year-round.


🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Malaysia, consider these 11 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.





☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Malaysia currently offers non-stop flights to 10 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails here with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).





🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy the Mediterranean areas in the Southern Hemisphere any time of the year, but spring (September-November) and fall (March-May) are the best times to visit, as hot summer days with temperatures above 30°C (86°F) are frequent.

🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
You can find direct flights from Malaysia to 6 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.




🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
As you plan your trip, keep in mind that on the Southern Hemisphere the autumn and winter months in this type of destinations tend to be rainier, from March to August. So, if you prefer sunny skies and outdoor activities, it's best to visit during the summer season, from November to February. During this period, temperatures typically range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).


🥵 Hot Continental destinations
At the moment, 2 Hot Continental destinations are accessible with a direct flight from Malaysia. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.


🌺 Subtropical destinations
Travelers from Malaysia can fly directly to 2 subtropical locations. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.


🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Check out the 2 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Malaysia. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.


🌿 🍇 Warm Mediterranean destinations
As of now, there's only one Warm Mediterranean destination that you can reach with a direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and historic sites, these areas are perfect for a visit on one of the many sunny days.
🌐 In the Southern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy pleasantly warm weather during late spring and summer in the Warm Mediterranean destinations in the Southern Hemisphere, from October to March with temperatures close to 30°C (86°F). This makes it the perfect time for a visit!

🌲 ❄️ Subarctic or Alpine destinations
Only one Subarctic / Alpine destination is reachable by a non-stop flight from Malaysia at this time. Enjoy the natural beauty of the destinations with the Subarctic / Alpine climate, including dense forests and tundra landscapes, which make them perfect for hiking, spotting wildlife, and winter activities.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The most favorable time to visit these subarctic spots (on the Northern Hemisphere) is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March. With a variety of winter sports available in the higher elevations, you’re bound to have a wonderful time. If winter is not your vibe though, consider visiting in mid-summer (May - August), when the temperatures are mild and often pleasantly warm, between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F).

Countries with direct flights from Malaysia
Which countries are easy to visit when flying from Malaysia?
Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from Malaysia. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 40 countries, across 4 continents.










Non-stop flights from Malaysia
The list below shows all airports with direct flights from Malaysia, organized by popularity. Currently, 132 destination airports located in 40 countries, and 4 continents are accessible by direct flight (from 33 airports in Malaysia). So whether you're planning a vacation or business trip, you'll have plenty of options to choose from!










Flying First Class from Malaysia
Where to start your First Class flight journey?
For a First Class flight from Malaysia, start your trip from one of the 2 major airports listed here, connecting you to 11 First Class destinations across 9 countries.
The leading departure airports in Malaysia are Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Kuching (KCH), while popular First Class destinations include London Heathrow (LHR), Melbourne (MEL), Islamabad (ISB), Dubai (DXB) and Tokyo (NRT).
Explore the full list of First Class options below.
First Class airports in Malaysia


Destinations offering First Class flights




















Business Class flights from Malaysia
Flying Business Class from Malaysia
Did you know that you can fly business class from 18 airports in Malaysia? Together, those airports connect to 123 destinations in 40 countries globally.
The most popular airports for business class travelers include Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Penang (PEN), Kota Kinabalu (BKI), Kuching (KCH) and Langkawi (LGK).
Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from Malaysia!
Business Class airports in Malaysia










Destinations with Business Class flights




















Domestic flights within Malaysia
If you're looking to travel across Malaysia by plane, it's highly likely that you'll fly with AirAsia, AirBorneo or Malaysia Airlines, as they operate the majority of domestic flights, accounting for an impressive 77% of all domestic flights this month. Malaysia has 19 airports that exclusively serve domestic flights. Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Penang and Miri Airport is the favored choice for domestic flights. In May, 11,072 of all departing domestic flights are being handled by these airports.
Check out the section below for detailed statistics and a full overview of all domestic routes in Malaysia.





International flights from Malaysia to Asia
In total there are 120 cities in 32 countries across Asia that you can reach by direct flight. Those flights depart from one of 14 international airports in Malaysia.
As of today, Indonesia, China, Singapore, Thailand and India offer the most direct connections for destinations within Asia. Kuala Lumpur Airport stands out as the primary international airport in Malaysia with 10,670 flights scheduled this month, representing 80% of flights to destinations within Asia.
The most popular destinations are Singapore (SIN), Jakarta (CGK), Guangzhou (CAN), Medan (KNO) and Bangkok (Don Muang) (DMK).
A total of 79 airlines, including 24 budget airlines, connect Malaysia with 194 international routes to 32 countries in Asia. Of the various airlines, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, AirAsia - QZ, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, AirAsia X and China Southern operate the majority of international flights.
In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.
Flights to Indonesia from Malaysia

7 Airports in Malaysia offer direct flights to 17 destinations in Indonesia. In total there are 28 non-stop routes to Indonesia, operated by 13 airlines, 8 of which are low-cost carriers.





Malaysia to Indonesia with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 13 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 74 more destinations in Indonesia:





Flights to China from Malaysia

7 Airports in Malaysia offer direct flights to 33 destinations in China. In total there are 58 non-stop routes to China, operated by 21 airlines, 8 of which are low-cost carriers.





Malaysia to China with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 14 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 207 more destinations in China that require only 1 stop:





Flights to Singapore from Malaysia

12 Airports in Malaysia offer direct flights to 2 destinations in Singapore. Altogether, there are 13 direct routes to Singapore, operated by 7 airlines, 3 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia, Batik Air and Firefly.


Flights to Thailand from Malaysia

4 Airports in Malaysia offer direct flights to 6 destinations in Thailand. Altogether, there are 11 direct routes to Thailand, operated by 8 airlines, 5 of which are low-cost carriers.





Malaysia to Thailand with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 13 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 23 more destinations in Thailand that require only 1 stop:





Flights to India from Malaysia

There are 3 airports in Malaysia directly connected to 14 destinations in India. Altogether, there are 17 direct routes to India, operated by 7 airlines, 4 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia, IndiGo Airlines, Batik Air and AirAsia X.





Malaysia to India with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 13 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 106 more destinations in India:





Flights to Vietnam from Malaysia

4 Airports in Malaysia offer direct flights to 6 destinations in Vietnam. Altogether, there are 9 direct routes to Vietnam, operated by 5 airlines, 3 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia, VietJet Air and Batik Air.





Malaysia to Vietnam with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 7 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 15 more destinations in Vietnam that require only 1 stop:





Flights to Hong Kong from Malaysia

4 Airports in Malaysia offer direct flights to only one airport in Hong Kong: Hong Kong Airport. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to Hong Kong, operated by 5 airlines, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia and Batik Air.

Flights to Philippines from Malaysia

There are 2 airports in Malaysia directly connected to 2 destinations in Philippines. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Philippines, operated by 6 airlines, 4 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia - Z2, Firefly, AirAsia and Cebu Pacific.


Malaysia to Philippines with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 13 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 34 more destinations in Philippines:





Flights to Japan from Malaysia

There is only one airport in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Airport directly connected to 5 destinations in Japan. Altogether, there are 5 direct routes to Japan, operated by 5 airlines, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia X and Batik Air.





Malaysia to Japan with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 13 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 60 more destinations in Japan:





Flights to Cambodia from Malaysia

There is only one airport in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Airport directly connected to 3 destinations in Cambodia. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Cambodia, operated by 6 airlines, 3 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia, AirAsia Cambodia and Cambodia Airways.



Malaysia to Cambodia with a stopover
Looking for more options? If a stopover works for you, Kuala Lumpur Airport offers 1-stop flights to 1 destinations in Cambodia:

Flights to Taiwan from Malaysia

There are 3 airports in Malaysia directly connected to 2 destinations in Taiwan. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to Taiwan, operated by 7 airlines, 3 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia, AirAsia X and Batik Air.


Malaysia to Taiwan with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 6 more destinations in Taiwan:





Flights to Bangladesh from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Bangladesh, with flights to Dhaka Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Bangladesh from Malaysia, operated by 5 airlines, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia and Batik Air.

Malaysia to Bangladesh with a stopover
By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Kuala Lumpur Airport offers flights to 7 more airports in Bangladesh, with just one stop along the way:





Flights to South Korea from Malaysia

There are 2 airports in Malaysia directly connected to 2 destinations in South Korea. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to South Korea, operated by 8 airlines, 5 of which are low-cost carriers.


Malaysia to South Korea with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 14 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 4 more destinations in South Korea:




Flights to Nepal from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Nepal, with flights to Kathmandu Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Nepal from Malaysia, operated by 4 airlines, including one low-cost carrier (Batik Air).

Malaysia to Nepal with a stopover
By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Kuala Lumpur Airport offers flights to 17 more airports in Nepal, with just one stop along the way:





Flights to Sri Lanka from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Sri Lanka, with flights to Colombo Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Sri Lanka from Malaysia, operated by 6 airlines, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia and Batik Air.

Malaysia to Sri Lanka with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 2 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 8 more destinations in Sri Lanka:





Flights to United Arab Emirates from Malaysia

There are 2 airports in Malaysia directly connected to 3 destinations in United Arab Emirates. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to United Arab Emirates, operated by 5 airlines, 3 of which are low-cost airlines: Batik Air, Air Arabia and Flydubai.



Malaysia to United Arab Emirates with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 3 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 4 more destinations in United Arab Emirates:




Flights to Maldives from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Maldives, with flights to Malé Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Maldives from Malaysia, operated by AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia and Batik Air.

Malaysia to Maldives with a stopover
By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Kuala Lumpur Airport offers flights to 19 more airports in Maldives, with just one stop along the way:





Flights to Brunei from Malaysia

There are 3 airports in Malaysia directly connected to only one airport in Brunei: Brunei and Muara Airport. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Brunei, operated by Royal Brunei Airlines and AirAsia, including one low-cost carrier (AirAsia).

Flights to Turkey from Malaysia

There is only one airport in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Airport directly connected to 2 destinations in Turkey. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Turkey, operated by Turkish Airlines and AirAsia X, including one low-cost carrier (AirAsia X).


Malaysia to Turkey with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 4 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 44 more destinations in Turkey:





Flights to Qatar from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Qatar, with flights to Doha Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Qatar from Malaysia, operated by Malaysia Airlines and Qatar Airways, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Flights to Myanmar (Burma) from Malaysia

There are 2 airports in Malaysia directly connected to only one airport in Myanmar (Burma): Yangon Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Myanmar (Burma), operated by Malaysia Airlines and Myanmar Airways, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Malaysia to Myanmar (Burma) with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 4 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 12 more destinations in Myanmar (Burma):





Flights to Pakistan from Malaysia

There is only one airport in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Airport directly connected to 3 destinations in Pakistan. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Pakistan, operated by Pakistan, AirAsia X and Batik Air, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia X and Batik Air.



Malaysia to Pakistan with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 3 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 10 more destinations in Pakistan:





Flights to Saudi Arabia from Malaysia

There are 2 airports in Malaysia directly connected to 3 destinations in Saudi Arabia. Altogether, there are 5 direct routes to Saudi Arabia, operated by 4 airlines, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia X and Batik Air.



Malaysia to Saudi Arabia with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 5 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 25 more destinations in Saudi Arabia that require only 1 stop:





Flights to Uzbekistan from Malaysia

There are 2 airports in Malaysia directly connected to only one airport in Uzbekistan: Tashkent Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Uzbekistan, operated by AirAsia X, Uzbekistan Airways and Batik Air, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: AirAsia X and Batik Air.

Malaysia to Uzbekistan with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 4 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 10 more destinations in Uzbekistan:





Flights to Oman from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Oman, with flights to Muscat Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Oman from Malaysia, operated by Oman Air.

Malaysia to Oman with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 3 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 4 more destinations in Oman:




Flights to Macao from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Macao, with flights to Macau Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Macao from Malaysia, operated by Air Macau and AirAsia, including one low-cost carrier (AirAsia).

Flights to Kazakhstan from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Kazakhstan, with flights to Almaty Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Kazakhstan from Malaysia, operated by AirAsia X, a low-cost airline.

Malaysia to Kazakhstan with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 7 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 16 more destinations in Kazakhstan:





Flights to Timor-Leste from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Timor-Leste, with flights to Dili Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Timor-Leste from Malaysia, operated by Batik Air, a low-cost airline.

Malaysia to Timor-Leste with a stopover
Looking for more options? If a stopover works for you, Kuala Lumpur Airport offers 1-stop flights to 1 destinations in Timor-Leste:

Flights to Laos from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Laos, with flights to Vientiane Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Laos from Malaysia, operated by AirAsia, a low-cost airline.

Malaysia to Laos with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 8 more destinations in Laos:





Flights to Turkmenistan from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Turkmenistan, with flights to Ashgabat Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Turkmenistan from Malaysia, operated by Turkmenistan Airlines.

Malaysia to Turkmenistan with a stopover
By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Kuala Lumpur Airport offers flights to 6 more airports in Turkmenistan, with just one stop along the way:





Flights to Bhutan from Malaysia

There are 2 airports in Malaysia directly connected to only one airport in Bhutan: Paro Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Bhutan, operated by Druk Air.

Malaysia to Bhutan with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 3 more destinations in Bhutan that require only 1 stop:



Flights to Bahrain from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur Airport is the only airport in Malaysia that is directly connected to Bahrain, with flights to Bahrain Island Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Bahrain from Malaysia, operated by AirAsia X, a low-cost airline.

Intercontinental flights from Malaysia
Non-stop flights from Malaysia are available to 3 continents beyond Asia, with destinations in 8 countries across Africa, Europe and Oceania. The direct connections between those continents make it easy to travel from Malaysia to a multitude of worldwide destinations!
Discover Australia, United Kingdom and New Zealand, which offer the best intercontinental flight connections from Malaysia.
Below, you'll find all 635 intercontinental flights organized by continent, country, and departure airport.
Direct flights from Malaysia to Oceania
Direct flights from Malaysia connect to 2 countries in Oceania. Those non-stop routes are operated by 6 airlines, including 3 low-cost airlines, resulting in a total of 6 direct flight routes to the continent.
Malaysia to Australia Flights

When you fly directly from Malaysia to Australia, this will be from Kuala Lumpur Airport as it's the only airport in Malaysia with direct connections. You will arrive at one of 5 airports in Australia that receive these non-stop flights. Amounting to a total of 5 non-stop flight routes, operated by 6 airlines, including 3 low-cost carriers (AirAsia X, AirAsia and Batik Air).





Malaysia to Australia with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 14 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 86 more destinations in Australia:





Malaysia to New Zealand Flights

Direct flights from Malaysia to New Zealand are all departing from Kuala Lumpur, which is the only city in Malaysia that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering New Zealand, you will arrive at Auckland Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Malaysia. Flights are operated by Malaysia Airlines.

Malaysia to New Zealand with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 14 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 21 more destinations in New Zealand that require only 1 stop:





Direct flights from Malaysia to Europe
Direct flights from Malaysia connect to 4 countries in Europe. Those non-stop routes are operated by 4 airlines, resulting in a total of 4 direct flight routes to the continent.
Malaysia to United Kingdom Flights

When you fly directly from Malaysia to United Kingdom, this will be from Kuala Lumpur Airport as it's the only airport in Malaysia with direct connections. Upon entering United Kingdom, you will arrive at London Heathrow Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Malaysia. Flights are operated by British Airways and Malaysia Airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Malaysia to United Kingdom with a stopover
If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 14 airports in Malaysia that have 1-stop flights to 26 more destinations in United Kingdom:





Malaysia to France Flights

Direct flights from Malaysia to France are all departing from Kuala Lumpur, which is the only city in Malaysia that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering France, you will arrive at Paris Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Malaysia. Flights are operated by Malaysia Airlines.

Malaysia to France with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 4 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 21 more destinations in France that require only 1 stop:





Malaysia to Netherlands Flights

Direct flights from Malaysia to Netherlands are all departing from Kuala Lumpur, which is the only city in Malaysia that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Netherlands, you will arrive at Amsterdam Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Malaysia. Flights are operated by KLM.

Malaysia to Netherlands with a stopover
By considering a stopover, you'll have additional airports to choose from. Kuala Lumpur Airport offers flights to 3 more airports in Netherlands, with just one stop along the way:



Malaysia to Germany Flights

Direct flights from Malaysia to Germany are all departing from Kuala Lumpur, which is the only city in Malaysia that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Germany, you will arrive at Frankfurt Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Malaysia. Flights are operated by Lufthansa.

Malaysia to Germany with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 13 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 13 more destinations in Germany that require only 1 stop:





Direct flights from Malaysia to Africa
Direct flights from Malaysia connect to 2 countries in Africa. Those non-stop routes are operated by 2 airlines, resulting in a total of 2 direct flight routes to the continent.
Malaysia to Algeria Flights

Direct flights from Malaysia to Algeria are all departing from Kuala Lumpur, which is the only city in Malaysia that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Algeria, you will arrive at Algiers Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Malaysia. Flights are operated by Air Algerie.

Malaysia to Algeria with a stopover
Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 2 airports in Malaysia offer flights to 31 more destinations in Algeria that require only 1 stop:





Malaysia to Mauritius Flights

Direct flights from Malaysia to Mauritius are all departing from Kuala Lumpur, which is the only city in Malaysia that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Mauritius, you will arrive at Mauritius Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Malaysia. Flights are operated by Air Mauritius.

Malaysia to Mauritius with a stopover
Looking for more options? If a stopover works for you, Kuala Lumpur Airport offers 1-stop flights to 1 destinations in Mauritius:

Most popular routes from Malaysia
Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from Malaysia. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!










Popular routes from Malaysia with a stopover
If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.
To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!
If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from Malaysia:










Frequently Asked Questions — FAQ
Which airports in Malaysia are the most popular to fly from?
Most flights in Malaysia are departing from one of the following airports:
- Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
- Penang (PEN)
- Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
- Kuching (KCH)
- Miri (MYY)
- Johor Bahru (JHB)
- Kuala Lumpur (SZB)
Which alliances are flying from Malaysia?
All alliances offer flights from Malaysia:
- Oneworld (7 airlines, 16 airports)
- SkyTeam (8 airlines, 3 airports)
- Star Alliance (10 airlines, 2 airports)
Which airlines offer flights from Malaysia?
Currently, there are 84 airlines offering flights from Malaysia, which are:
- AirAsia
- Malaysia Airlines
- Batik Air
- AirBorneo
- Firefly
- AirAsia - QZ
- Scoot
- AirAsia X
- Singapore Airlines
- China Southern
- Shanghai Airlines
- Xiamen Airlines
- TransNusa
- Cathay Pacific
- Thai AirAsia
- China Eastern
- AirAsia Cambodia
- Hong Kong Express
- Royal Brunei Airlines
- IndiGo Airlines
- Turkish Airlines
- Thai Airways
- Sichuan Airlines
- Spring Airlines
- Shenzhen Airlines
- Emirates
- AirAsia - Z2
- Qatar Airways
- Lion Air
- ANA
- China Airlines
- Vietnam Airlines
- Etihad Airways
- Myanmar Airways
- British Airways
- VietJet Air
- Qingdao Airlines
- Hainan Airlines
- Juneyao Airlines
- Air China
- Philippine Airlines
- SriLankan Airlines
- KLM
- Air India
- 9 Air
- Himalaya Airlines
- Biman Airlines
- Oman Air
- US-Bangla Airlines
- Korean Air
- Garuda Indonesia
- EVA Air
- Batik Air - ID
- Cambodia Airways
- Saudi Arabian
- Japan Airlines
- Berjaya Air
- Shandong Airlines
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Chongqing Airlines
- Starlux Airlines
- Cebu Pacific
- Jin Air
- Jeju Air
- Citilink
- Super Air Jet
- Jiangxi Air
- Air Algerie
- Nepal Airlines
- Sky Angkor Airlines
- FlexFlight
- FitsAir
- Air Mauritius
- Turkmenistan Airlines
- Uzbekistan Airways
- Air Arabia
- Air Changan
- Druk Air
- Flydubai
- Lufthansa
- Air Busan
- Thai Lion Air
- Pakistan
- Air Macau
Which budget airlines operate from Malaysia?
There are 24 low-cost airlines that offer flights from Malaysia. As listed below:
- AirAsia
- Batik Air
- Firefly
- AirAsia - QZ
- AirAsia X
- Thai AirAsia
- AirAsia Cambodia
- IndiGo Airlines
- Spring Airlines
- AirAsia - Z2
- Lion Air
- VietJet Air
- Juneyao Airlines
- 9 Air
- Cambodia Airways
- Cebu Pacific
- Jin Air
- Jeju Air
- Citilink
- Super Air Jet
- Jiangxi Air
- Air Arabia
- Flydubai
- Thai Lion Air
To which countries can you fly nonstop from Malaysia?
There are 40 countries with direct flights from Malaysia, including:
- Singapore
- Indonesia
- China
- Thailand
- Vietnam
- Hong Kong
- India
- Taiwan
- Brunei
- Philippines
- South Korea
- United Arab Emirates
- Myanmar (Burma)
- Saudi Arabia
- Uzbekistan
- Bhutan
- Australia
- Japan
- Cambodia
- Bangladesh
- Nepal
- Sri Lanka
- Maldives
- Turkey
- United Kingdom
- Qatar
- Pakistan
- New Zealand
- Oman
- Macao
- France
- Kazakhstan
- Netherlands
- Timor-Leste
- Laos
- Algeria
- Mauritius
- Turkmenistan
- Bahrain
- Germany
Which countries have the best direct connections from Malaysia?
If you are departing from Malaysia, the countries with the best flight connections are:
- Singapore
- Indonesia
- China
- Thailand
- Vietnam
- Hong Kong
- India
What are the best hubs for intercontinental flights from Malaysia?
The leading intercontinental airport hubs for flights from Malaysia are:
-  Singapore (SIN)

-  Jakarta (CGK)

-  Guangzhou (CAN)

-  Shanghai (PVG)

-  Hong Kong (HKG)

-  Denpasar (DPS)

-  Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

-  Phuket (HKT)

-  Bangkok (BKK)

-  Shenzhen (SZX)

-  Manila (MNL)

-  Taipei (TPE)

-  Dhaka (DAC)

-  Seoul (ICN)

-  Chennai (MAA)

-  Hanoi (HAN)

-  Chengdu (TFU)

-  Tokyo (NRT)

-  Colombo (CMB)

-  Perth (PER)

-  Malé (MLE)

-  New Delhi (DEL)

-  Sydney (SYD)

-  Xiamen (XMN)

-  Bengaluru (BLR)

To which continents can you fly non-stop from Malaysia?
There are direct flights to 4 continents:
- Africa
- Asia
- Europe
- Oceania
Is Business Class available on flights from Malaysia?
Yes, you have the option to travel in Business Class from 18 airports in Malaysia. Those airports are:
- Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
- Penang (PEN)
- Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
- Kuching (KCH)
- Langkawi (LGK)
- Kota Bharu (KBR)
- Johor Bahru (JHB)
- Kuala Lumpur (SZB)
- Tawau (TWU)
- Miri (MYY)
- Alor Setar, Kedah (AOR)
- Sibu (SBW)
- Labuan (LBU)
- Sandakan (SDK)
- Kuala Terengganu (TGG)
- Bintulu Division (BTU)
- Kuantan (KUA)
- Ipoh (IPH)
Are there any First Class flights from Malaysia?
Yes, you can fly First Class from 2 airports (as of May 2026), which are:
- Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
- Kuching (KCH)
What is the longest flight from Malaysia?
The longest non-stop flight from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and arrives at London Heathrow (LHR), United Kingdom. This journey takes 13 hours and 25 minutes and spans 6,586 miles (10,599 km). Other notable long-haul flights from Malaysia include:
- Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow - GB 6,586 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Algiers - DZ 6,571 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Paris - FR 6,485 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Amsterdam - NL 6,357 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Frankfurt - DE 6,209 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Auckland - NZ 5,405 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul - TR 5,209 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul (Sabiha) - TR 5,176 miles
- Johor Bahru to Jeddah - SA 4,542 miles
- Johor Bahru to Medina - SA 4,539 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Jeddah - SA 4,388 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Medina - SA 4,384 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Sydney - AU 4,089 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Brisbane - AU 3,999 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Riyadh - SA 3,960 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Melbourne - AU 3,921 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain Island - BH 3,748 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo - JP 3,696 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Doha - QA 3,670 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Ashgabat - TM 3,659 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide - AU 3,528 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi - AE 3,471 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Dubai - AE 3,446 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Dubai (Sharjah) - AE 3,439 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Mauritius - MU 3,382 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo - JP 3,359 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Tashkent - UZ 3,334 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo - JP 3,322 miles
- Penang to Dubai - AE 3,271 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Muscat - OM 3,235 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Almaty - KZ 3,186 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Osaka - JP 3,069 miles
- Langkawi to Tashkent - UZ 3,052 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Seoul - KR 2,864 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Busan - KR 2,838 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad - PK 2,827 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Fukuoka - JP 2,822 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Karachi - PK 2,760 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Beijing - CN 2,740 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Beijing Daxing - CN 2,701 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Lahore - PK 2,665 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Amritsar, Punjab - IN 2,657 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Dunhuang - CN 2,619 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Qingdao - CN 2,600 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Ordos City - CN 2,588 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Perth - AU 2,571 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Jinan - CN 2,553 miles
- Penang to Qingdao - CN 2,485 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to New Delhi - IN 2,408 miles
- Kuala Lumpur to Ahmedabad - IN 2,398 miles
What are the biggest airports in Malaysia?
Malaysia has 3 major airports, in order of significance:
- Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Kuala Lumpur International
- Penang (PEN) - Penang International
- Kota Kinabalu (BKI) - Kota Kinabalu International Airpo
How many airports are there in Malaysia?
As of today, there are 33 airports in Malaysia (that handle scheduled passenger flights).
What are popular airports with direct flights from Malaysia?
Popular airports with direct flights from Malaysia include:
-  London Heathrow (LHR)

-  Singapore (SIN)

-  New Delhi (DEL)

-  Hong Kong (HKG)

-  Mumbai (BOM)

-  Bengaluru (BLR)

-  Sydney (SYD)

-  Hyderabad (HYD)

-  Manila (MNL)

-  Brisbane (BNE)

-  Melbourne (MEL)

-  Kolkata (CCU)

-  Chennai (MAA)

-  Auckland (AKL)

-  Ahmedabad (AMD)

-  Colombo (CMB)

-  Perth (PER)

-  Cebu (CEB)

-  Islamabad (ISB)

-  Adelaide (ADL)

What are the best international destinations in Asia for flights from Malaysia?
Top international destinations in Asia with direct flight from Malaysia include:
-  Singapore (SIN)

-  Jakarta (CGK)

-  Guangzhou (CAN)

-  Medan (KNO)

-  Bangkok (Don Muang) (DMK)

-  Shanghai (PVG)

-  Hong Kong (HKG)

-  Denpasar (DPS)

-  Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

-  Phuket (HKT)

-  Bangkok (BKK)

-  Shenzhen (SZX)

-  Manila (MNL)

-  Taipei (TPE)

-  Surabaya (SUB)

-  Dhaka (DAC)

-  Seoul (ICN)

-  Singapore (Seletar) (XSP)

-  Chennai (MAA)

-  Phnom Penh (KTI)

-  Hanoi (HAN)

-  Kathmandu (KTM)

-  Da Nang (DAD)

-  Chengdu (TFU)

-  Kunming (KMG)

-  Tokyo (NRT)

-  Colombo (CMB)

-  Malé (MLE)

-  Brunei and Muara (BWN)

-  New Delhi (DEL)

Are all airports in Malaysia operating year-round?
All 33 airports in Malaysia operate year-round.
For a clearer overview adjusted to your travel dates, we recommend using the date filter on the map to refine your options!
What are the most popular flights from Malaysia?
Domestic:
- Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu
- Kuala Lumpur to Penang
- Penang to Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur to Kuching
- Kuching to Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi
- Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur
- Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu
- Kuala Lumpur to Johor Bahru
- Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur
- Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
- Tawau to Kota Kinabalu
- Kuala Lumpur to Tawau
- Tawau to Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur to Penang
- Penang to Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu
- Kuala Terengganu to Kuala Lumpur
International:
- Kuala Lumpur to Singapore
- Penang to Singapore
- Kuala Lumpur to Manila
- Kuala Lumpur to Hong Kong
- Kuala Lumpur to Singapore (Seletar)
- Kuala Lumpur to Chennai
- Kuala Lumpur to Colombo
- Kuala Lumpur to Perth
- Kuala Lumpur to New Delhi
- Kuala Lumpur to Sydney
- Kuala Lumpur to Bengaluru
- Kuala Lumpur to Melbourne
- Kuala Lumpur to Kochi
- Kuala Lumpur to Tiruchirappalli
- Kuching to Singapore
- Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow
- Ipoh to Singapore
- Penang to Hong Kong
- Kuala Lumpur to Mumbai
- Kuala Lumpur to Hyderabad
- Kuala Lumpur to Singapore
- Langkawi to Singapore
- Kuala Lumpur to Cebu
- Kota Kinabalu to Hong Kong
- Kota Kinabalu to Singapore
- Kuala Lumpur to Ahmedabad
- Kuala Lumpur to Kolkata
- Kuala Lumpur to Amritsar, Punjab
- Kuala Lumpur to Auckland
- Kuala Lumpur to Thiruvananthapuram
- Kuala Lumpur to Lahore
- Kuala Lumpur to Hong Kong
- Penang to Chennai
- Kuala Lumpur to Adelaide
- Kuala Lumpur to Brisbane
- Kota Kinabalu to Manila
- Kuala Lumpur to Karachi
- Sibu to Singapore
- Miri to Singapore
- Kuantan to Singapore
- Langkawi to Bengaluru
- Malacca to Singapore
- Kota Bharu to Singapore
- Kuala Lumpur to Mauritius
- Kuala Lumpur to Lucknow
- Kuala Lumpur to Kozhikode
- Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad
- Penang to Guwahati
- Kuala Lumpur to Guwahati
- Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta
Which airports in Malaysia handle domestic flights only?
In Malaysia, 19 airports serve exclusively domestic flights, which are listed here:
- Sandakan
- Labuan
- Bintulu Division
- Kuala Terengganu
- Alor Setar, Kedah
- Lawas
- Lahad Datu
- Bario
- Mukah
- Marudi
- Limbang
- Gunung Mulu National Park
- Tanjung Manis
- Long Banga
- Long Seridan
- Long Lellang
- Bakelalan
- Redang
- Long Akah









