Malaysia one of the closest country to Indonesia, only takes around 1-2 hours flight, direct from Jakarta.  There is a lot of similarity between Indonesia and Malaysia, especially in terms of language and culture. Both countries have the most Moslem followers compare to other religions, therefore it is easier for Indonesian Moslem students to find Mosque and Hallal food. Malaysia consist of many ethnics, from Chinese, India, to Malay. The country has a stable economy and comfortable living environment. The time differences with Indonesia is only one hour.