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Cheap flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport from $482

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — KUL
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$519

One-way from

$482

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$961
26/5-28/5
  • 26/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 05m total
  • Cairns to Kuala Lumpur
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3/7
  • 3/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Cairns to Kuala Lumpur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($701 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 26/507:15CNS - KUL
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/515:35KUL - CNS
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$519
Sat 21/609:55CNS - KUL
2 stops24h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 9/708:50KUL - CNS
2 stops22h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,231
Sun 22/618:15CNS - KUL
1 stop13h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sun 13/722:50KUL - CNS
1 stop16h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,338
Tue 9/912:15CNS - KUL
2 stops54h 45mChina Southern
Mon 22/902:20KUL - CNS
2 stops32h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 24/3$1,743
Mon 26/506:00CNS - KUL
2 stops16h 40mEmirates
Tue 27/502:00KUL - CNS
2 stops42h 50mEmirates
Deal found 24/3$2,550

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

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Return

Price

CairnsKuala Lumpur

CNS - KUL

CNSKUL

Cairns

Mon 26/5

07:15-22:20

1 stop17h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 28/5

15:35-06:35

1 stop13h 00m

$519

CairnsKuala Lumpur

CNS - KUL

CNSKUL

Cairns

Sat 21/6

09:55-08:10

2 stops24h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 9/7

08:50-09:15

2 stops22h 25m

$1,231

CairnsKuala Lumpur

CNS - KUL

CNSKUL

Cairns

Sun 22/6

18:15-06:00

1 stop13h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/7

22:50-17:00

1 stop16h 10m

$1,338

CairnsKuala Lumpur

CNS - KUL

CNSKUL

Cairns

Tue 9/9

12:15-17:00

2 stops54h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 22/9

02:20-12:55

2 stops32h 35m

$1,743

CairnsKuala Lumpur

CNS - KUL

CNSKUL

Cairns

Mon 26/5

06:00-20:40

2 stops16h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 27/5

02:00-22:50

2 stops42h 50m

$2,550

CairnsKuala Lumpur

CNS - KUL

CNSKUL

Cairns

Thu 3/7

09:00-00:30

1 stop17h 30m

$482

CairnsKuala Lumpur

CNS - KUL

CNSKUL

Cairns

Wed 2/7

18:15-18:15

1 stop26h 00m

$708

CairnsKuala Lumpur

CNS - KUL

CNSKUL

Cairns

Thu 3/7

12:15-17:00

2 stops54h 45m

$1,425

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Deals found on 25/3

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CNS to KUL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 58% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Kuala Lumpur Intl by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport ranges from 120.0 - 280.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 280.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport when rainfall is around 120.0 mm.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur Intl by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
China Southern
7.4
Good
91 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl?

    Most people fly from Cairns (CNS) if they book a flight from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl. On average, Cairns has 0 outbound flights to Kuala Lumpur Intl per day from 1 airline. Cairns is conveniently located just 4.4 km from Cairns’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,231 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and China Southern, starting at $1,338 and $1,743 round-trip.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (average of $345). Flying from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $693). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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