Cheap Flights from Jakarta to Kuala Lumpur — $36

The Jakarta — Kuala Lumpur route is served by a wide range of airlines: 5 in total, including Business Air Co Ltd, Citilink Airlines, AirAsia, Indonesia AirAsia, and Malindo Air. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $36. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Jakarta is served primarily by Soekarno–Hatta International (CGK), the city’s main international and domestic gateway handling full-service carriers and many low-cost airlines; it typically functions as Indonesia’s busiest hub. CGK sits about 20–25 km northwest of central Jakarta, with travel times of roughly 45–90 minutes depending on traffic; options include the airport rail link (around 35–45 minutes, modest fares), taxis and ride-hailing (30–90 minutes, fares vary by service), and airport buses (longer but cheaper). Pros: extensive international connectivity and modern terminals; cons: can be crowded and subject to heavy road congestion. For domestic and budget-focused travelers, Halim Perdanakusuma (HLP) east of the city is often used for regional flights and some business-charter services. Located closer to central Jakarta (about 10–12 km, typically 20–45 minutes), HLP can be quicker for time-sensitive trips and normally less busy, though it has fewer international options and limited public-transport links beyond taxis and ride-hailing.

Fly direct from Jakarta to Kuala Lumpur for the quickest, most convenient way to reach Malaysia’s vibrant capital — shorter travel time, less hassle with luggage, and more comfort from takeoff to arrival. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop flight saves hours and makes business trips or weekend getaways far more relaxing, so book a direct seat to maximize your time in KL.

Kuala Lumpur is served primarily by Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), a major regional hub that handles long-haul, full-service carriers as well as many budget airlines; it typically offers a wide range of international connections and can be pricier for premium services. KUL sits about 45–55 km south of the city center in Sepang; travel times vary from roughly 40–60 minutes by express train (KLIA Ekspres) or 45–90 minutes by taxi depending on traffic, with train fares commonly perceived as mid-range and taxi or ride-hail fares rising with distance and time of day. Public buses and shuttle services are cheaper alternatives but take longer. Pros: modern facilities and frequent connections; cons: distance from downtown and transfer time during peak traffic. Kuala Lumpur also has Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (Subang, SZB), which is typically positioned as a domestic and regional airport catering largely to turboprop and short-haul carriers and some turboprop business aviation. Subang is situated about 20–25 km west of downtown Kuala Lumpur; journey times are usually around 20–40 minutes by car or taxi, with fares generally lower than transfers to KUL. Limited rail links mean surface transport options are mainly taxis, ride-hailing and dedicated shuttles, making it convenient for short domestic hops but with fewer international services. Pros: closer to the city and quicker transfers; cons: smaller terminal and fewer long-haul options.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Jakarta to Kuala Lumpur is $37 (May 2026), while the maximum is $59 (January 2027). On average, a ticket costs $43–$81.