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

Delta, United Airlines, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Kuala Lumpur

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 20m.

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 51% 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 March 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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9:50 pm - 8:10 am

LAX

KUL

19h 20m

1 stop

8:55 am - 10:10 pm

KUL

LAX

28h 15m

1 stop

$555Singapore Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31

11:30 pm - 10:15 am

LAX

KUL

19h 45m

1 stop

8:40 pm - 12:50 pm

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LAX

31h 10m

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$557Singapore Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 8

11:50 pm - 1:25 pm

LAX

KUL

22h 35m

1 stop

2:45 pm - 7:30 pm

KUL

LAX

19h 45m

1 stop

$605China Southern

Mon, Aug 3 - Mon, Oct 26

8:45 pm - 7:00 am

SFO

KUL

43h 15m

2 stops

10:40 pm - 5:45 pm

KUL

SFO

34h 05m

2 stops

$736Air India

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 16

10:30 am - 9:40 pm

SFO

KUL

44h 10m

2 stops

10:40 pm - 7:00 am

KUL

SFO

47h 20m

2 stops

$740Air India

Wed, May 13 - Wed, Aug 19

12:40 pm - 9:50 pm

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KUL

42h 10m

1 stop

11:20 pm - 10:40 am

KUL

SFO

26h 20m

1 stop

$743Korean Air

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

12:40 pm - 9:50 pm

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KUL

42h 10m

1 stop

11:20 pm - 10:40 am

KUL

SFO

26h 20m

1 stop

$744Korean Air

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 27

12:00 pm - 2:50 pm

SFO

KUL

35h 50m

1 stop

1:55 am - 9:05 am

KUL

SFO

22h 10m

1 stop

$756China Eastern

Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Sep 4

12:35 am - 12:45 pm

SFO

KUL

21h 10m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 8:40 pm

KUL

SFO

41h 40m

2 stops

$762China Southern

Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 30

12:00 pm - 2:40 pm

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KUL

35h 40m

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1:55 am - 9:05 am

KUL

SFO

22h 10m

1 stop

$769China Eastern

Sat, May 16 - Sun, May 24

China Southern flights from California to Kuala Lumpur

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China Southern

Aug 3

LAX11:50 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

22h 35m

1 stop

KUL1:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 26

KUL2:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

19h 45m

1 stop

LAX7:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$605

China Southern

Sep 12

SFO12:35 amSan Francisco

21h 10m

1 stop

KUL12:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 27

KUL6:00 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

41h 40m

2 stops

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

$762

China Southern

Aug 15

SFO12:35 amSan Francisco

21h 50m

1 stop

KUL1:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Aug 31

KUL8:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

27h 35m

2 stops

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

$838

Korean Air flights from California to Kuala Lumpur

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Korean Air

May 11

LAX10:00 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 50m

1 stop

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 19

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

LAX7:35 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

$657

Korean Air

May 6

LAX11:50 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

31h 00m

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KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 13

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

LAX2:50 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$709

Korean Air

Apr 24

LAX10:00 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

20h 50m

1 stop

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 8

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

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$710

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1 stop28h 15m

$555

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8:40 pm-12:50 pm

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San Francisco

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10:30 am-9:40 pm

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10:40 pm-7:00 am

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$740

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San Francisco

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12:00 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop35h 50m

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1:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 10m

$756

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SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

12:35 am-12:45 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

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6:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$762

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SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Sat 5/16

12:00 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/24

1:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 10m

$769

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, January 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 $655. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from California during February instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $676.

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 $856 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 $719 on momondo.

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The number of operators available for flights from California to Kuala Lumpur is 15 as of March 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 $507	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 145 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $542	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,484 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,972 reviews	Search Air India flights
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Korean Air	PriceFrom $584	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,202 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
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ANA	PriceFrom $602	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,141 reviews	Search ANA flights
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United Airlines	PriceFrom $632	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,478 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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