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Cheap flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur from $738

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — KUL
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Kuala Lumpur (MY1). 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 20 February 2025.

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$738

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$723
19/4-21/4
  • 19/4-21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • Cairns to Kuala Lumpur
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Best flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

Sat 19/419:05CNS - KUL
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 21/417:50KUL - CNS
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$738
Sat 19/413:40CNS - KUL
2 stops24h 45mChina Southern
Sun 20/402:20KUL - CNS
2 stops32h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2$3,989

Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur

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

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur 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 by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur 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 when rainfall is around 120.0 mm.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur. 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. Reviews last updated 20 February 2025.
China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

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

    Cairns (CNS), located 4.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur. 1 airline have flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Kuala Lumpur per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur round-trip from $3,989.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur that include hotel bookings?

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur (average of $345). Flying from Cairns to Kuala Lumpur 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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