What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Malaysia?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Korean Air are the most popular carriers operating from California to Malaysia

How long is the flight from California to Malaysia?

The flight from California to Malaysia depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Francisco (a popular airport in California) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Malaysia), then the flight time is 18h 25m on average. If you fly from Los Angeles (another popular airport in California) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 19h 20m.

What airlines fly to Malaysia?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Malaysia from California according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Malaysia. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Malaysia 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 Malaysia?

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Malaysia?

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

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Malaysia?

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 Malaysia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malaysia?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Malaysia 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 Malaysia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:35 pm - 7:05 pm

LAX

PEN

28h 30m

1 stop

1:00 pm - 10:15 am

PEN

LAX

36h 15m

1 stop

$592Cathay Pacific

Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 24

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

12:15 am - 2:25 pm

LAX

PEN

23h 10m

1 stop

3:15 pm - 7:55 pm

PEN

LAX

19h 40m

1 stop

$612Singapore Airlines

Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 21

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

5:20 pm - 1:55 pm

LAX

KUL

28h 35m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 3:05 pm

KUL

LAX

39h 50m

1 stop

$618United Airlines

Tue, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 9

8:30 am - 10:25 pm

LAX

KUL

45h 55m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 2:35 pm

KUL

LAX

29h 40m

2 stops

$624Korean Air

Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 12

12:15 am - 8:35 pm

LAX

PEN

29h 20m

1 stop

9:25 pm - 12:50 pm

PEN

LAX

30h 25m

2 stops

$625Singapore Airlines

Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 21

11:30 am - 12:15 am

LAX

KUL

20h 45m

1 stop

8:30 pm - 8:00 pm

KUL

LAX

38h 30m

2 stops

$627United Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 10

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 Malaysia

Our best China Airlines deals on California to Malaysia flight tickets

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

Apr 4

ONT12:10 amOntario

22h 15m

1 stop

KUL1:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 1

KUL2:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

18h 15m

1 stop

ONT6:00 pmOntario

$881

China Airlines

May 4

ONT12:10 amOntario

22h 15m

1 stop

KUL1:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jun 23

KUL2:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

18h 15m

1 stop

ONT6:00 pmOntario

$884

Korean Air flights from California to Malaysia

Our best Korean Air deals on California to Malaysia flight tickets

Korean Air

Mar 2

LAX8:30 amLos Angeles

45h 55m

2 stops

KUL10:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Mar 11

KUL11:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

LAX9:30 amLos Angeles

$613

Korean Air

Apr 23

ONT7:00 amOntario

47h 50m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Apr 27

KUL11:10 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

33h 05m

2 stops

ONT5:15 pmOntario

$624

Korean Air

Feb 9

SFO11:40 amSan Francisco

42h 45m

1 stop

KUL10:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Mar 9

KUL11:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

25h 35m

1 stop

SFO10:30 amSan Francisco

$841

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LAX - PEN

LAXPEN

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

10:35 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Penang Intl

Tue 3/24

1:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop36h 15m

$592

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

10:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/16

5:50 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 25m

$610

Los AngelesPenang

LAX - PEN

LAXPEN

Los Angeles

Fri 7/31

12:15 am-2:25 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Penang Intl

Fri 8/21

3:15 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$612

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

6:30 am-10:25 pm

2 stops47h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/10

11:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 35m

$613

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

10:55 am-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/9

8:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$614

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

5:20 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/9

2:15 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$618

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

8:30 am-10:25 pm

2 stops45h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 3/12

11:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$624

Los AngelesPenang

LAX - PEN

LAXPEN

Los Angeles

Fri 7/31

12:15 am-8:35 pm

1 stop29h 20m

Penang Intl

Fri 8/21

9:25 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$625

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

11:30 am-12:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/10

8:30 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$627

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 Malaysia?

The cheapest month to fly to Malaysia from California is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $721, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Malaysia during the month of November, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $727.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Malaysia?

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

Can stopping save me money on California to Malaysia flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Malaysia flight.

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Fastest flight time	18h 25m
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The fastest flight from California to Malaysia takes 18h 25m

There are no direct flights from California to Malaysia. There are no popular flight routes from California to Malaysia.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Malaysia?
Prices for flights from California to Malaysia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Malaysia?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Malaysia is 15 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Malaysia?
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 Malaysia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malaysia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Malaysia 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 Malaysia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from California to Malaysia

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from California to Malaysia with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom $485	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 136 reviews	Search China Southern flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $515	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,235 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,974 reviews	Search Air India flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $581	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 42 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $584	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,188 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $589	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 192 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,443 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $599	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,158 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $602	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,084 reviews	Search ANA flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $616	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 955 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Malaysia?

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Can I find flights from California to Malaysia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from California to Malaysia with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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