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

Vietnam Airlines, XiamenAir, and China Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Malaysia to California

What airlines fly to California?

China Airlines, Cathay Pacific and EVA Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Malaysia according to our data. China Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Malaysia to California?

Flight times from Malaysia to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Kuala Lumpur and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 18h 15m on average. Another popular route from Malaysia to California is flying from Penang to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 20h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Prices for flights from Malaysia to California refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Malaysia to California.

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

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 Malaysia to California.

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

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

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1:10 am - 7:05 pm

PEN

LAX

33h 55m1 stop

9:30 pm - 12:10 am

LAX

PEN

34h 40m1 stop

$656Sichuan Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 27

1:10 am - 7:05 pm

PEN

LAX

33h 55m1 stop

3:45 pm - 10:15 am

LAX

PEN

26h 30m2 stops

$720Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 27

12:20 am - 7:05 pm

KUL

LAX

34h 45m1 stop

11:30 am - 12:15 am

LAX

KUL

20h 45m1 stop

$733Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 4

2:40 pm - 7:50 am

KUL

SFO

33h 10m1 stop

9:40 am - 10:20 am

SFO

KUL

32h 40m1 stop

$769Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 25

1:00 pm - 4:05 pm

PEN

SFO

19h 05m1 stop

10:55 pm - 7:05 pm

SFO

PEN

28h 10m1 stop

$871Cathay Pacific

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

1:35 pm - 9:00 pm

KUL

SFO

23h 25m1 stop

11:25 am - 4:50 pm

SFO

KUL

37h 25m1 stop

$871Cathay Pacific

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

9:25 pm - 9:40 am

PEN

SFO

27h 15m1 stop

11:30 am - 9:25 am

SFO

PEN

30h 55m1 stop

$883Singapore Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, May 12

3:20 pm - 7:45 pm

PEN

SFO

19h 25m1 stop

11:40 pm - 2:20 pm

SFO

PEN

23h 40m1 stop

$889China Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

3:20 pm - 7:45 pm

PEN

SFO

19h 25m1 stop

11:40 pm - 2:20 pm

SFO

PEN

23h 40m1 stop

$890China Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16

3:30 pm - 5:08 pm

KUL

LAS

40h 38m2 stops

6:00 pm - 2:15 pm

LAS

KUL

29h 15m2 stops

$1,102EVA Air

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, May 5

Sichuan Airlines flights from Malaysia to California

Our best Sichuan Airlines deals on Malaysia to California flight tickets

Sichuan Airlines

Jan 19

PEN1:10 amPenang Intl

33h 55m

1 stop

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

Jan 27

LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles

34h 40m

1 stop

PEN12:10 amPenang Intl

$656

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Sichuan Airlines

Feb 26

KUL12:20 amKuala Lumpur Intl

34h 45m

1 stop

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

Mar 1

LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles

33h 50m

1 stop

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

$768

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Sichuan Airlines

Feb 28

KUL12:20 amKuala Lumpur Intl

34h 45m

1 stop

LAX7:05 pmLos Angeles

Mar 1

LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles

33h 50m

1 stop

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

$772

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XiamenAir flights from Malaysia to California

Our best XiamenAir deals on Malaysia to California flight tickets

XiamenAir

Jan 24

KUL2:30 amKuala Lumpur Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

Feb 10

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

34h 45m

1 stop

KUL1:30 amKuala Lumpur Intl

$787

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XiamenAir

Dec 23

KUL2:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles

Jan 8

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

22h 40m

1 stop

KUL1:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

$941

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PenangLos Angeles

PEN - LAX

PENLAX

Penang Intl

Mon 1/19

1:10 am-7:05 pm

1 stop33h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

9:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop34h 40m

$656

PenangLos Angeles

PEN - LAX

PENLAX

Penang Intl

Mon 1/19

1:10 am-7:05 pm

1 stop33h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

3:45 pm-10:15 am

2 stops26h 30m

$720

Kuala LumpurLos Angeles

KUL - LAX

KULLAX

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 2/26

12:20 am-7:05 pm

1 stop34h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

11:30 am-12:15 am

1 stop20h 45m

$733

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/9

2:40 pm-7:50 am

1 stop33h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

9:40 am-10:20 am

1 stop32h 40m

$769

PenangSan Francisco

PEN - SFO

PENSFO

Penang Intl

Thu 1/29

1:00 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop19h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

10:55 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$871

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 1/31

1:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop23h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

11:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$871

PenangSan Francisco

PEN - SFO

PENSFO

Penang Intl

Wed 4/22

9:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop27h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

11:30 am-9:25 am

1 stop30h 55m

$883

PenangSan Francisco

PEN - SFO

PENSFO

Penang Intl

Thu 3/12

3:20 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop19h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

11:40 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$889

PenangSan Francisco

PEN - SFO

PENSFO

Penang Intl

Thu 3/12

3:20 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop19h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

11:40 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$890

Kuala LumpurLas Vegas

KUL - LAS

KULLAS

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 4/7

3:30 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops40h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/5

6:00 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$1,102

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of November is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Malaysia averaging around $839.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Malaysia to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $927. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Thursday is $1,002.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $917. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,071 on average. Flights to California from Malaysia in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Malaysia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $896 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Malaysia for as low as $839 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Malaysia to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 52% on your flight if you consider stops on a Malaysia to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	18h 15m
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The fastest flight from Malaysia to California takes 18h 15m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Malaysia to California?
Prices for flights from Malaysia to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Malaysia to California?
As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Malaysia to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Malaysia to California?
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 Malaysia to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California 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 California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Malaysia to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $591	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 943 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $741	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,413 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $761	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 792 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $784	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,295 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,095 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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