How long does it take to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

On average, it takes 18h 25m to fly from California to Kuala Lumpur if you fly out of San Francisco (the most popular airport in California) and into Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Kuala Lumpur). If you’re flying out of Los Angeles and into Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 19h 45m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Kuala Lumpur?

Singapore Airlines, Philippine Airlines, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from California to Kuala Lumpur

What airlines fly to Kuala Lumpur?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur from California according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kuala Lumpur. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Kuala Lumpur?

Prices for flights from California to Kuala Lumpur are refreshed on a daily basis.

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The number of operators available for flights from California to Kuala Lumpur is 15 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Kuala Lumpur?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kuala Lumpur.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kuala Lumpur 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kuala Lumpur. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:15 pm - 4:50 pm

LAX

KUL

27h 35m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 10:15 am

KUL

LAX

31h 25m

1 stop

$610Cathay Pacific

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16

6:30 am - 10:25 pm

LAX

KUL

47h 55m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 9:30 am

KUL

LAX

24h 35m

1 stop

$613Korean Air

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10

10:55 am - 12:35 pm

LAX

KUL

33h 40m

1 stop

8:15 am - 5:20 pm

KUL

LAX

24h 05m

1 stop

$614Cathay Pacific

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

9:15 pm - 12:35 pm

LAX

KUL

23h 20m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 5:20 pm

KUL

LAX

18h 45m

1 stop

$615Cathay Pacific

Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 10

4:10 pm - 1:55 pm

LAX

KUL

29h 45m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 3:05 pm

KUL

LAX

39h 50m

1 stop

$618United Airlines

Tue, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 9

12:00 pm - 2:40 pm

SFO

KUL

35h 40m

2 stops

3:40 pm - 9:05 am

KUL

SFO

32h 25m

2 stops

$727China Eastern

Thu, Apr 2 - Sun, Apr 12

1:27 pm - 1:35 pm

ONT

KUL

33h 08m

2 stops

8:40 pm - 5:47 pm

KUL

ONT

36h 07m

2 stops

$728United Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Tue, Apr 28

2:25 pm - 10:00 pm

SFO

KUL

39h 35m

2 stops

8:05 am - 8:00 am

KUL

SFO

38h 55m

1 stop

$729Air India

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

3:25 pm - 10:00 pm

SFO

KUL

39h 35m

1 stop

10:40 pm - 3:35 pm

KUL

SFO

31h 55m

1 stop

$734Air India

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Apr 1

12:35 am - 12:25 pm

SFO

KUL

20h 50m

1 stop

5:15 pm - 8:30 pm

KUL

SFO

42h 15m

2 stops

$742China Southern

Sat, May 9 - Sun, May 24

China Airlines flights from California to Kuala Lumpur

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May 2

ONT12:10 amOntario

22h 15m

1 stop

KUL1:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 30

KUL2:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

18h 15m

1 stop

ONT6:00 pmOntario

$873

China Airlines

May 1

ONT12:10 amOntario

22h 15m

1 stop

KUL1:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 12

KUL2:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

18h 15m

1 stop

ONT6:00 pmOntario

$875

China Airlines

Feb 8

ONT10:50 pmOntario

22h 35m

1 stop

KUL1:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Mar 10

KUL2:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

18h 15m

1 stop

ONT5:50 pmOntario

$1,122

Cathay Pacific flights from California to Kuala Lumpur

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 9

LAX10:15 pmLos Angeles

27h 35m

1 stop

KUL4:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Mar 16

KUL5:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

31h 25m

1 stop

LAX10:15 amLos Angeles

$610

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Mar 2

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

33h 40m

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KUL12:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Mar 9

KUL8:15 amKuala Lumpur Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

LAX5:20 pmLos Angeles

$614

Cathay Pacific

Mar 10

LAX10:15 pmLos Angeles

23h 20m

1 stop

KUL12:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Mar 18

KUL8:15 amKuala Lumpur Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

LAX5:20 pmLos Angeles

$616

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1 stop31h 25m

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LAXKUL

Los Angeles

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2 stops47h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/10

11:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 35m

$613

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LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

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10:55 am-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

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8:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop24h 05m

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LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

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9:15 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/10

1:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$615

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LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

4:10 pm-1:55 pm

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/9

2:15 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$618

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SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Thu 4/2

12:00 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 4/12

3:40 pm-9:05 am

2 stops32h 25m

$727

OntarioKuala Lumpur

ONT - KUL

ONTKUL

Ontario

Mon 4/20

1:27 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops33h 08m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 4/28

8:40 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops36h 07m

$728

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SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

2:25 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops39h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/9

8:05 am-8:00 am

1 stop38h 55m

$729

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SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

3:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop39h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 4/1

10:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$734

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

12:35 am-12:25 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/24

5:15 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops42h 15m

$742

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from California to Kuala Lumpur. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $721. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from California during August instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in August, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $727.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kuala Lumpur?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kuala Lumpur for around $882 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kuala Lumpur from California for as low as $752 on momondo.

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The number of operators available for flights from California to Kuala Lumpur is 15 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Kuala Lumpur?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kuala Lumpur.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kuala Lumpur 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kuala Lumpur. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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China Southern	PriceFrom $485	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 137 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air India	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,972 reviews	Search Air India flights
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