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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.RM840 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM840, select.
Kuala Lumpur.RM884 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM884, select.
Kuala Lumpur.RM968 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Peach and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Peach, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM968, select.
Kuala Lumpur.RM1,016 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with China Southern and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,016, select.
Kuala Lumpur.RM1,045 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,045, select.
Kuala Lumpur.RM1,055 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,055, select.
Kuala Lumpur.RM1,064 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,064, select.
Kuala Lumpur.RM1,078 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,078, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Osaka to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
from RM840
Jul
from RM968
Aug
from RM1,064
Sep
from RM1,087
Oct
from RM1,163
Nov
from RM1,204
Dec
from RM1,362
Jan
from RM1,163
Feb
from RM1,202
Mar
from RM1,370
Apr
from RM1,564
May
from RM1,237

Direct flights from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur

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Osaka to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM840
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time6 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week68

Finding cheap flights from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur is RM840. 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.
6 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur.
Japan Airlines, Firefly and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur.
As of June 2025, there are 68 flights per week flying from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur.
The cheapest month to fly from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Osaka, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.8 km away from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights into this airport from RM840.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, 21 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 58 minutes.
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 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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kuala Lumpur is China Southern. And the cheapest airline that flies to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is AirAsia X.

Flying from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur jetting off from here.

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's major gateways.

  • Take a direct Osaka to Kuala Lumpur flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours.

  • Kuala Lumpur is one hour behind Osaka and observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur with Malaysia Airlines at 09:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from KIX to KUL is with AirAsia X at 10:50.

  • To ensure you get on your Osaka to Kuala Lumpur flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur

  • RM474 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur. Return flights start from RM840. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap Osaka to Kuala Lumpur flights, reserve your journey two months before your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Osaka to Kuala Lumpur flights.

Flying from Osaka

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • Jet off from Kansai International Airport (KIX) on a nonstop flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur. From KIX, you can fly directly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).

  • AirAsia X is a popular carrier that offers direct Osaka to Kuala Lumpur plane tickets leaving from KIX.

  • We make it a breeze to find an Osaka to Kuala Lumpur flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Kansai International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

  • KIX is around 40 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to Kansai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • 67.95% of flights that depart Kansai International Airport reach their destination on time.

  • You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

Arriving in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

  • Reserve a hotel close to KUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and find adventure across Kuala Lumpur and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is roughly 16 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. After your flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur, it takes approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • After your flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur, rest your head at a hotel near SZB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran make collecting a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at SZB will help you save.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur. August is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • Book an Osaka to Kuala Lumpur ticket departing in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap flights from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Kuala Lumpur, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are popular attractions which should be on every Kuala Lumpur itinerary.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've visited Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Travel around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its leading sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Another well-known destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Simflightkl.

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