About This Route
Sydney to Kuala Lumpur is served by British Airways, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and 4 more, offering multiple options for award travelers. Compare 10 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 8,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award Pricing Comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| KrisFlyer | 8,000 | 22,000 | -- |
| Asia Miles | 15,000 | 38,500 | 65,000 |
| ANA Mileage Club | 15,000 | 40,000 | 57,500 |
| Emirates Skywards | 22,500 | 45,000 | 80,000 |
| Qatar Avios | 25,000 | 60,000 | 100,000 |
| Etihad Guest | 40,000 | 80,000 | 140,000 |
| Avios (BA) | 44,000 | 121,000 | 131,000 |
| Turkish Miles | 45,000 | 90,000 | -- |
| Flying Blue | 50,000 | 95,000 | -- |
| Aeroplan | 75,000 | 115,000 | -- |
Points shown are approximate one-way prices. Actual pricing may vary based on dates, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines Flying This Route
British Airways
BA
Qatar Airways
QR
Cathay Pacific
CX
Iberia
IB
Etihad Airways
EY
Japan Airlines
JL
Emirates
EK
Best Programs for This Route
KrisFlyer
Biz: 22,000 ptsAsia Miles
Biz: 38,500 ptsANA Mileage Club
Biz: 40,000 ptsEmirates Skywards
Biz: 45,000 ptsQatar Avios
Biz: 60,000 ptsEtihad Guest
Biz: 80,000 ptsAvios (BA)
Biz: 121,000 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 90,000 ptsFlying Blue
Biz: 95,000 ptsAeroplan
Biz: 115,000 ptsBooking Tips
- KrisFlyer offers the cheapest economy award at 8,000 points
- Best business class value: KrisFlyer at 22,000 points
- First class available from 57,500 points via ANA Mileage Club
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points to fly from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur?
The cheapest option is KrisFlyer starting at 8,000 points in economy. Compare 10 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur with points?
KrisFlyer offers business class for 22,000 points one-way. Other options include Asia Miles at 38,500 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for SYD to KUL?
You can book this route with KrisFlyer, Asia Miles, ANA Mileage Club, Emirates Skywards, Qatar Avios, Etihad Guest, Avios (BA), Turkish Miles, Flying Blue, Aeroplan. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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