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

Singapore Airlines, Air India, and Cathay Pacific 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 March 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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6:45 pm - 7:00 am

SFO

KUL

45h 15m

2 stops

8:05 am - 7:00 am

KUL

SFO

37h 55m

1 stop

$681Air India

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

12:00 pm - 6:05 am

SFO

KUL

27h 05m

1 stop

8:15 pm - 9:05 am

KUL

SFO

27h 50m

1 stop

$683China Eastern

Mon, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 5

1:00 pm - 7:10 pm

SFO

PEN

39h 10m

1 stop

1:00 pm - 10:55 am

PEN

SFO

36h 55m

1 stop

$697Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 10

1:00 pm - 7:10 pm

SFO

PEN

39h 10m

1 stop

1:00 pm - 10:40 pm

PEN

SFO

24h 40m

1 stop

$698Cathay Pacific

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23

10:40 pm - 5:25 pm

SFO

PEN

27h 45m

1 stop

11:55 am - 8:45 pm

PEN

SFO

23h 50m

1 stop

$735United Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Fri, Apr 24

11:00 am - 9:25 am

SFO

PEN

31h 25m

1 stop

9:25 pm - 9:10 am

PEN

SFO

26h 45m

1 stop

$751Singapore Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 26

11:45 am - 9:25 am

SFO

PEN

30h 40m

1 stop

9:25 pm - 9:50 am

PEN

SFO

27h 25m

1 stop

$752Singapore Airlines

Sat, Aug 1 - Sun, Aug 16

11:40 am - 5:25 pm

SFO

PEN

38h 45m

2 stops

11:55 am - 8:45 pm

PEN

SFO

23h 50m

1 stop

$754United Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Fri, Apr 24

1:05 am - 5:15 pm

SFO

KCH

25h 10m

2 stops

9:55 am - 7:55 pm

KCH

SFO

25h 00m

2 stops

$1,294China Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 23

1:05 am - 5:15 pm

SFO

KCH

25h 10m

2 stops

9:55 am - 7:55 pm

KCH

SFO

25h 00m

2 stops

$1,295China Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 23

Air India flights from San Francisco to Malaysia

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Air India

Apr 18

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

45h 15m

2 stops

KUL7:00 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Apr 25

KUL8:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

37h 55m

1 stop

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

$681

Air India

May 11

SFO10:00 amSan Francisco

44h 40m

2 stops

KUL9:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

May 17

KUL8:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

37h 55m

1 stop

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

$687

Air India

Mar 25

SFO3:25 pmSan Francisco

48h 35m

2 stops

KUL7:00 amKuala Lumpur Intl

May 27

KUL10:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

34h 05m

2 stops

SFO5:45 pmSan Francisco

$692

China Southern flights from San Francisco to Malaysia

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China Southern

May 9

SFO12:35 amSan Francisco

33h 35m

1 stop

KUL1:10 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Jun 21

KUL6:00 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

41h 40m

2 stops

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

$742

China Southern

Apr 18

SFO12:35 amSan Francisco

31h 20m

1 stop

PEN10:55 pmPenang Intl

Apr 26

PEN7:05 pmPenang Intl

40h 35m

2 stops

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

$907

China Southern

Mar 17

SFO12:35 amSan Francisco

32h 40m

1 stop

KUL12:15 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Mar 29

KUL6:00 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

41h 40m

2 stops

SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco

$915

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Sat 4/18

6:45 pm-7:00 am

2 stops45h 15m

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Sat 4/25

8:05 am-7:00 am

1 stop37h 55m

$681

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SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Mon 3/30

12:00 pm-6:05 am

1 stop27h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 4/5

8:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 50m

$683

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

1:00 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop39h 10m

Penang Intl

Sun 5/10

1:00 pm-10:55 am

1 stop36h 55m

$697

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

1:00 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop39h 10m

Penang Intl

Thu 4/23

1:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$698

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

10:40 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Penang Intl

Fri 4/24

11:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$735

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

11:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop31h 25m

Penang Intl

Sun 4/26

9:25 pm-9:10 am

1 stop26h 45m

$751

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

Sat 8/1

11:45 am-9:25 am

1 stop30h 40m

Penang Intl

Sun 8/16

9:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

$752

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

11:40 am-5:25 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Penang Intl

Fri 4/24

11:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$754

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SFO - KCH

SFOKCH

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

1:05 am-5:15 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Kuching

Thu 4/23

9:55 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,294

San FranciscoKuching

SFO - KCH

SFOKCH

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

1:05 am-5:15 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Kuching

Thu 4/23

9:55 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,295

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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 $680, 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 $734.

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 $934 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 $816 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Malaysia flight.

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Fastest flight time	18h 25m
Direct flights	None

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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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 March 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 9,404 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,972 reviews	Search Air India flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,470 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $616	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 965 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $654	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $693	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,195 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $738	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,112 reviews	Search ANA flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $749	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,200 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $855	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 809 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
STARLUX Airlines	PriceFrom $904	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.9 279 reviews	Search STARLUX Airlines flights

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

Finding the right flight to Malaysia from San Francisco is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Malaysia quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Malaysia?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Malaysia from San Francisco. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Malaysia right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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