How long is the flight from Malaysia to United States?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Malaysia you fly out of and what airport in United States you fly into. For example, flying from Kuala Lumpur to Los Angeles takes 18h 15m on average. On the other hand, flying from Penang to Los Angeles takes 20h 05m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Malaysia to United States?

Vietnam Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Malaysia to United States

What airlines fly to United States?

Emirates, Cathay Pacific and EVA Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from Malaysia according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Malaysia to United States refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Malaysia to United States.

How old do you have to be to fly from Malaysia to United States?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Malaysia to United States.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

The required travel and health documents for your United States trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at United States. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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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

4:50 pm - 7:05 pm

KUL

LAX

18h 15m1 stop

10:45 pm - 11:50 pm

LAX

KUL

33h 05m1 stop

$755Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 3

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

8:15 am - 9:30 am

KUL

SFO

17h 15m1 stop

11:25 am - 4:50 pm

SFO

KUL

37h 25m1 stop

$877Cathay Pacific

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

1:25 am - 6:55 pm

KUL

JFK

30h 30m2 stops

10:20 pm - 8:30 am

JFK

KUL

45h 10m2 stops

$887Emirates

Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8

2:35 pm - 4:50 pm

KUL

ONT

18h 15m1 stop

10:50 pm - 1:25 pm

ONT

KUL

22h 35m1 stop

$938China Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Feb 4

2:35 pm - 4:50 pm

KUL

ONT

18h 15m1 stop

10:50 pm - 1:25 pm

ONT

KUL

22h 35m1 stop

$952China Airlines

Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Feb 7

9:50 pm - 6:55 pm

PEN

JFK

34h 05m2 stops

10:20 pm - 3:00 pm

JFK

PEN

28h 40m2 stops

$987Emirates

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

9:15 pm - 6:06 pm

KUL

HOU

34h 51m2 stops

12:49 pm - 8:40 pm

HOU

KUL

41h 51m2 stops

$1,877Qatar Airways

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

7:55 pm - 6:06 pm

KUL

HOU

36h 11m2 stops

12:47 pm - 1:55 pm

HOU

KUL

35h 08m2 stops

$7,951Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 22

Sichuan Airlines flights from Malaysia to United States

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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 United States

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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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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

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 3/1

4:50 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop18h 15m

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Tue 3/3

10:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$755

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

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 1/30

8:15 am-9:30 am

1 stop17h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

11:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$877

Kuala LumpurNew York

KUL - JFK

KULJFK

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 1/31

1:25 am-6:55 pm

2 stops30h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

10:20 pm-8:30 am

2 stops45h 10m

$887

Kuala LumpurOntario

KUL - ONT

KULONT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 1/22

2:35 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Ontario

Wed 2/4

10:50 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$938

Kuala LumpurOntario

KUL - ONT

KULONT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 1/15

2:35 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Ontario

Sat 2/7

10:50 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$952

PenangNew York

PEN - JFK

PENJFK

Penang Intl

Mon 3/2

9:50 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops34h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/9

10:20 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$987

Kuala LumpurHouston

KUL - HOU

KULHOU

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 1/31

9:15 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops34h 51m

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/7

12:49 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops41h 51m

$1,877

Kuala LumpurHouston

KUL - HOU

KULHOU

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/11

7:55 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops36h 11m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/22

12:47 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops35h 08m

$7,951

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Malaysia to United States. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $898. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to United States from Malaysia during November instead. Flights to United States in November, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $904.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to United States from Malaysia. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $958. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,096. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to United States.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to United States is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $772. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,101. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United States from Malaysia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United States for around $983 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United States from Malaysia for as low as $904 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Malaysia to United States flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Malaysia to United States flight.

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Fastest flight time	17h 00m
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The fastest flight from Malaysia to United States takes 17h 00m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Malaysia to United States?
Prices for flights from Malaysia to United States refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Malaysia to United States?
As of December 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Malaysia to United States.
How old do you have to be to fly from Malaysia to United States?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Malaysia to United States.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?
The required travel and health documents for your United States trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at United States. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Malaysia to United States

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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 1,414 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $761	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 792 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $779	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,103 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $784	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,297 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,095 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $899	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,440 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,006	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,186 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,686 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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