What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Malaysia?

Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Malaysia

What airlines fly to Malaysia?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Malaysia from San Francisco according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Malaysia. Keep in mind that there are 13 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 San Francisco Airport to Malaysia?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia?

The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia is 13 as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport 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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11:45 am - 2:25 pm

SFO

PEN

35h 40m

1 stop

5:45 pm - 8:50 am

PEN

SFO

30h 05m

1 stop

$697Singapore Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 29

11:45 am - 9:25 am

SFO

PEN

30h 40m

1 stop

3:35 pm - 8:50 am

PEN

SFO

32h 15m

1 stop

$723Singapore Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 31

12:30 am - 1:15 am

SFO

KUL

33h 45m

1 stop

2:15 am - 9:10 pm

KUL

SFO

33h 55m

1 stop

$795Philippine Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Mon, Jun 22

10:30 am - 7:00 am

SFO

KUL

29h 30m

2 stops

10:40 pm - 7:00 am

KUL

SFO

47h 20m

2 stops

$797Air India

Wed, Jul 8 - Sat, Jul 18

8:45 pm - 7:00 am

SFO

KUL

43h 15m

2 stops

10:40 pm - 5:45 pm

KUL

SFO

34h 05m

2 stops

$800Air India

Sat, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 21

12:00 pm - 7:15 pm

SFO

KUL

40h 15m

1 stop

1:55 am - 9:05 am

KUL

SFO

22h 10m

1 stop

$818China Eastern

Mon, May 4 - Sun, May 17

12:00 pm - 12:30 am

SFO

BKI

21h 30m

1 stop

1:30 am - 9:05 am

BKI

SFO

22h 35m

1 stop

$901China Eastern

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13

12:30 am - 9:10 am

SFO

KCH

41h 40m

2 stops

9:00 pm - 9:10 pm

KCH

SFO

39h 10m

2 stops

$1,536Philippine Airlines

Sun, Jun 21 - Tue, Jun 30

2:00 pm - 4:55 pm

SFO

LGK

35h 55m

2 stops

8:25 pm - 11:15 pm

LGK

SFO

41h 50m

2 stops

$1,566Malaysia Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 10

2:00 pm - 7:25 pm

SFO

TWU

38h 25m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 11:25 am

TWU

SFO

30h 20m

2 stops

$1,595Malaysia Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

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China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Malaysia

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China Eastern

May 4

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

40h 15m

1 stop

KUL7:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 17

KUL1:55 amKuala Lumpur Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

SFO9:05 amSan Francisco

$818

China Eastern

May 4

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

21h 55m

1 stop

KUL12:55 amKuala Lumpur Intl

May 17

KUL1:55 amKuala Lumpur Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

SFO9:05 amSan Francisco

$842

China Eastern

May 4

SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco

35h 40m

3 stops

KUL2:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 17

KUL1:55 amKuala Lumpur Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

SFO9:05 amSan Francisco

$849

Air India flights from San Francisco to Malaysia

Our best Air India deals on San Francisco to Malaysia flight tickets

Air India

Jul 8

SFO10:30 amSan Francisco

29h 30m

2 stops

KUL7:00 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Jul 18

KUL10:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

47h 20m

2 stops

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

$797

Air India

Aug 1

SFO8:45 pmSan Francisco

43h 15m

2 stops

KUL7:00 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Aug 21

KUL10:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

34h 05m

2 stops

SFO5:45 pmSan Francisco

$800

Air India

Jul 6

SFO10:30 amSan Francisco

44h 10m

2 stops

KUL9:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jul 28

KUL8:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

37h 55m

2 stops

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

$804

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SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

Thu 10/1

11:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop35h 40m

Penang Intl

Thu 10/29

5:45 pm-8:50 am

1 stop30h 05m

$697

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

Wed 10/7

11:45 am-9:25 am

1 stop30h 40m

Penang Intl

Sat 10/31

3:35 pm-8:50 am

1 stop32h 15m

$723

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

12:30 am-1:15 am

1 stop33h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 6/22

2:15 am-9:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$795

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Wed 7/8

10:30 am-7:00 am

2 stops29h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 7/18

10:40 pm-7:00 am

2 stops47h 20m

$797

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Sat 8/1

8:45 pm-7:00 am

2 stops43h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 8/21

10:40 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$800

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

12:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop40h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/17

1:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 10m

$818

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San FranciscoKota Kinabalu

SFO - BKI

SFOBKI

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

12:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/13

1:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$901

San FranciscoKuching

SFO - KCH

SFOKCH

San Francisco

Sun 6/21

12:30 am-9:10 am

2 stops41h 40m

Kuching

Tue 6/30

9:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$1,536

San FranciscoLangkawi

SFO - LGK

SFOLGK

San Francisco

Tue 9/8

2:00 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Langkawi

Thu 9/10

8:25 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$1,566

San FranciscoTawau

SFO - TWU

SFOTWU

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

2:00 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Tawau

Mon 9/14

8:05 pm-11:25 am

2 stops30h 20m

$1,595

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Malaysia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Malaysia?

The cheapest month to fly to Malaysia from San Francisco is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $681, 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 September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $724.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Malaysia from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Malaysia for around $940 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Malaysia from San Francisco for as low as $795 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Malaysia flights?

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

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Malaysia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia?
The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia is 13 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Malaysia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco to Malaysia

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $515	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,605 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,969 reviews	Search Air India flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $589	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,497 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $616	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 986 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $654	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 207 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $683	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,276 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $738	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,179 reviews	Search ANA flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $749	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,208 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $855	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 817 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
STARLUX Airlines	PriceFrom $904	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.9 297 reviews	Search STARLUX Airlines flights

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for San Francisco to Malaysia flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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