$155 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur (MEL-KUL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $155 for one-way flights and $287 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scoot
Fri, May 16 - Fri, May 23
MEL
Melbourne
SZB
Subang
$287 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Fri, May 16 from Melbourne to Subang, returning Fri, May 23, priced at $287 found 6 days ago
Scoot
Fri, May 2 - Wed, May 14
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$294 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scoot flight, departing Fri, May 2 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $294 found 3 days ago
Batik air
Fri, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 25
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$415 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$415
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Batik air flight, departing Fri, Oct 17 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $415 found 6 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Tue, Jun 10
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$458 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$458
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $458 found 2 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Wed, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 20
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$524 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$524
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 30 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $524 found 8 hours ago
Vietnam Airlines
Tue, May 27 - Thu, Jun 5
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$544 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$544
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Thu, Jun 5, priced at $544 found 2 days ago
Garuda Indonesia
Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 10
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$558 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$558
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Garuda Indonesia flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $558 found 7 hours ago
Philippine Airlines
Tue, May 27 - Mon, Jun 9
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$559 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$559
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Mon, Jun 9, priced at $559 found 1 hour ago
Royal Brunei Airlines
Sun, May 11 - Sun, May 18
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$583 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$583
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 11 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Sun, May 18, priced at $583 found 3 hours ago
Malaysia Airlines
Wed, May 28 - Wed, Jun 11
MEL
Melbourne
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
$599 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$599
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 28 from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $599 found 16 hours ago
Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Subang (SZB)
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
Airlines serving
APG Distribution System, Batik air , British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Garuda Indonesia, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways International, Vietjet Air, Vietnam Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Roundtrip price
$287
Distance
3950 mi

Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $155 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Melbourne to Kuala Lumpur airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) cost?
Snag cheap return tickets starting from $504 from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Malindo Air flight leaving MEL on May 5 2025 and touching down at KUL. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MEL to KUL?
The cheapest flights from MEL to KUL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL)?
Skip the stopovers and fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) with 3 carriers, including:

  • Malaysia Airlines
  • AirAsia X
  • Malindo Air

What is the cheapest airline that flies from MEL to KUL?
With fares starting at $173 for a one-way journey from MEL to KUL, Malindo Air is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MEL on April 25 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL)?
With an average of 4 direct flights departing from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) each day, you’ll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL)?
The 3 PM departures from MEL to KUL are the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEL to KUL?
If you fly on a Sunday, you’ll get the biggest range of options for flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL).
What is the earliest flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL)?
Tullamarine Airport (MEL)’s earliest flight to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) leaves at approximately 12:30AM UTC+11. With a travel time of 8h 15m, you’ll touch down at around 5:45AM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL)?
Flights from MEL to KUL have an average travel time of 8 hours and 16 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 3,900 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MEL to KUL?
With 85% of journeys usually arriving on time, Oman Air has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL)?
To avoid possible delays on the Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Kuala Lumpur from Tullamarine Airport (MEL)?
Check out your flight options from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL). This is the only airport in Kuala Lumpur you can land at if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a ticket from MEL to KUL often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute deals, there’s no guarantee. Be flexible with your itinerary for a better chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MEL to KUL flight and hotel package?
Booking a MEL to KUL flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Choose from our extensive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL)?
Usually, it’s possible to reschedule or cancel your MEL to KUL flight. However, if it’s been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You’ll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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