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$365+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kuala Lumpur

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SFO — KUL
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$754
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$365
(oojo)

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Average price

$816
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/912:05 pmSFO - KUL
2 stops26h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/167:15 amKUL - SFO
2 stops46h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$752
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2612:20 amSFO - KUL
1 stop25h 20mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/188:10 amKUL - SFO
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/21$759
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/611:25 amSFO - KUL
1 stop21h 30mANA
Tue 5/132:15 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop34h 10mANA
Deal found 4/22$762
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2112:40 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop42h 10mKorean Air
Wed 5/711:10 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop26h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 4/21$763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/229:10 amSFO - KUL
2 stops45h 40mDelta
Mon 5/1211:10 pmKUL - SFO
2 stops39h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/21$774
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2612:20 amSFO - KUL
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1110:00 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$795
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1912:00 pmSFO - KUL
2 stops48h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 5/251:55 amKUL - SFO
1 stop22h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/21$796
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3011:25 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop33h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 11/293:45 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop20h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/21$828
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/81:05 amSFO - KUL
1 stop21h 20mChina Airlines
Sat 10/182:45 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop20h 10mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/22$843
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/512:35 amSFO - KUL
2 stops33h 35mChina Southern
Tue 5/131:25 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop22h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 4/22$965
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:10 amSFO - KUL
1 stop24h 40mSTARLUX Airlines
Sat 11/295:15 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop17h 35mSTARLUX Airlines
Deal found 4/21$982
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/111:30 amSFO - SZB
1 stop34h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/302:00 pmSZB - SFO
1 stop34h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,112

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur that are best for you.

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San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

11:25 am-11:55 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/13

2:15 pm-9:25 am

1 stop34h 10m

$754

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

12:20 am-4:40 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/18

8:10 am-10:40 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$759

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

11:25 am-11:55 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/13

2:15 pm-9:25 am

1 stop34h 10m

$762

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

12:40 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop42h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/7

11:10 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 30m

$763

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

12:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/11

10:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$795

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

12:00 pm-3:15 am

2 stops48h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/25

1:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 10m

$796

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

6:05 am-9:50 pm

2 stops48h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 5/12

11:10 pm-12:04 am

2 stops39h 54m

$800

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

11:55 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/7

12:25 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$853

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

1:05 am-1:25 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/20

2:45 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$903

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

12:35 am-1:10 am

2 stops33h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/13

1:25 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$965

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur (average of $968). Flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to KUL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur ranges from 4.7 - 11.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Kuala Lumpur when rainfall is around 4.7 in.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kuala Lumpur. Reviews last updated April 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air and Korean Air from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
157 reviews

Entertainment

9.0

Crew

9.3

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
157 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
157 reviews

Entertainment

9.0

Crew

9.3

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,180 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
157 reviews

Entertainment

9.0

Crew

9.3

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,062 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
157 reviews

Entertainment

9.0

Crew

9.3

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,450 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
157 reviews

Entertainment

9.0

Crew

9.3

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
727 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
157 reviews

Entertainment

9.0

Crew

9.3

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kuala Lumpur from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kuala Lumpur should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Kuala Lumpur from 11 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $754, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and ANA. United Airlines is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur are Cathay Pacific ($365), United Airlines ($385), and Korean Air ($440).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

    The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur is Singapore. Taipei City sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Geylang Serai New Market are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Those on a layover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Geylang Serai New Market can do so by traveling 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 6.9 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travelers in need of a car in Singapore can rent one for about $91 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are the most popular attractions in Taipei City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market can be accessed by traveling approximately 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Taipei City can rent one for about $69 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur is Tokyo. San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur flights stopping in Hong Kong are the next rarest.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur (average of $968). Flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$602Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$648Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$656Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$709Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Cathay PacificCheapest$753Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$766Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$779Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EVA AirCheapest$906Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
STARLUX AirlinesCheapest$928Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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