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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur International flights are currently cheapest in April.

Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kuala Lumpur International.

Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 686
Cheapest month to flyApril

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur International is ر.ق.‏ 1,289. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur International. But we found flights with one or more stops from ر.ق.‏ 1,289.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur International.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Kuala Lumpur International is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Thursday, 15 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport and Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 International 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.
Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur International.

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

  • Around 8 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

  • Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur five hours ahead of Riyadh.

  • To ensure you get on your RUH to KUL flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Saudia is your gateway to exploring Kuala Lumpur (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Saudia.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between RUH and KUL:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Bandaranaike International Airport

    • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is ر.ق.‏ 686. A return fare right now is ر.ق.‏ 1,289. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RUH to KUL.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from RUH to KUL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • 86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from RUH.

  • Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 4 hours 30 minutes.

When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Kuala Lumpur. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you want to explore Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RUH to KUL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've visited Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Journey around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its top attractions. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Another major destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is roughly 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Be sure to visit highlights including Simflightkl.

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