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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns from $401

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns departing on 24/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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14:30 - 22:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
29h 55m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:10 - 15:40CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 30m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$993Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
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08:40 - 09:20KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
22h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:00 - 08:35CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
15h 35m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi
$1,007Multiple Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
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08:40 - 09:20KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
22h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:00 - 15:35CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 35m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$1,043Multiple Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
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18:25 - 22:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
26h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:10 - 21:45CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
52h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi
$1,054Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
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08:40 - 09:20KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
22h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:00 - 15:35CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 35m1 stop Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$1,113Multiple Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
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08:40 - 09:20KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
22h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:00 - 08:20CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
15h 20m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
$1,125Multiple Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
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14:30 - 13:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
21h 10m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Sydney Kingsford Smith
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12:50 - 05:05CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
18h 15m2 stops Alice Springs Perth
$1,261Multiple Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
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08:40 - 09:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
22h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Coolangatta Gold Coast
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12:50 - 05:05CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
18h 15m2 stops Alice Springs Perth
$1,285Multiple Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
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12:50 - 05:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
14h 40m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
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19:00 - 11:50CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
42h 50m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
$1,346Multiple Airlines
Fri, 25 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
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14:30 - 13:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CNS Cairns
21h 10m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Sydney Kingsford Smith
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19:15 - 16:55CNS  Cairns-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 40m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,435Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

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Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 5/9

14:30-22:25

2 stops29h 55m

Cairns

Fri 11/9

19:10-15:40

1 stop22h 30m

$993

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

08:40-09:20

1 stop22h 40m

Cairns

Fri 18/9

19:00-08:35

2 stops15h 35m

$1,007

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

08:40-09:20

1 stop22h 40m

Cairns

Fri 18/9

19:00-15:35

1 stop22h 35m

$1,043

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 5/9

18:25-22:25

2 stops26h 00m

Cairns

Fri 11/9

19:10-21:45

2 stops52h 35m

$1,054

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

08:40-09:20

1 stop22h 40m

Cairns

Fri 18/9

19:00-15:35

1 stop22h 35m

$1,113
Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

08:40-09:20

1 stop22h 40m

Cairns

Fri 18/9

19:00-08:20

2 stops15h 20m

$1,125

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

14:30-13:40

2 stops21h 10m

Cairns

Fri 18/9

12:50-05:05

2 stops18h 15m

$1,261

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

08:40-09:05

2 stops22h 25m

Cairns

Fri 18/9

12:50-05:05

2 stops18h 15m

$1,285

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 25/9

12:50-05:30

2 stops14h 40m

Cairns

Fri 2/10

19:00-11:50

2 stops42h 50m

$1,346

Kuala LumpurCairns

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - CNS Cairns

KULCNS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 24/9

14:30-13:40

2 stops21h 10m

Cairns

Thu 1/10

19:15-16:55

1 stop23h 40m

$1,435

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How often are flights from Kuala Lumpur to Cairns delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between Kuala Lumpur and Cairns have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kuala Lumpur to Cairns flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kuala Lumpur to Cairns flights?

According to our data, Juneyao Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns

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Fastest flight time

18h 05m

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The fastest flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns takes 18h 05m
There are no direct flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns

  • How far is Kuala Lumpur Intl to Cairns by plane?

    There are 5303.1 km between Kuala Lumpur Intl and Cairns. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 05m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns Airport were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cairns Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cairns Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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