How long does it take to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

On average, it takes 19h to fly from United States to Kuala Lumpur if you fly out of San Francisco (the most popular airport in United States) and into Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Kuala Lumpur). If you’re flying out of Los Angeles and into Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 19h 55m.

What airlines fly to Kuala Lumpur?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and ANA are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur from United States according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kuala Lumpur. Keep in mind that there are 22 different airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Philippine Airlines, China Eastern, and Korean Air are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Kuala Lumpur

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As of May 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Kuala Lumpur.

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

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 United States to Kuala Lumpur.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

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

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11:30 pm - 7:45 pm

LAX

KUL

29h 15m

1 stop

8:55 am - 9:50 pm

KUL

LAX

27h 55m

1 stop

$681Singapore Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 5

11:30 pm - 5:35 pm

LAX

KUL

27h 05m

1 stop

8:55 am - 9:50 pm

KUL

LAX

27h 55m

1 stop

$682Singapore Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 5

12:25 pm - 8:35 pm

SFO

KUL

41h 10m

1 stop

8:15 am - 9:45 am

KUL

SFO

17h 30m

1 stop

$952Cathay Pacific

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

2:00 pm - 12:05 pm

SFO

KUL

31h 05m

1 stop

2:45 am - 10:55 am

KUL

SFO

23h 10m

1 stop

$961Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 21

12:25 am - 8:10 am

EWR

KUL

43h 45m

1 stop

11:45 pm - 11:30 pm

KUL

EWR

35h 45m

1 stop

$1,024Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Oct 28

11:10 am - 12:05 am

EWR

KUL

24h 55m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 5:40 pm

KUL

EWR

39h 25m

1 stop

$1,028ANA

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29

11:10 am - 12:05 am

EWR

KUL

24h 55m

1 stop

7:15 am - 8:45 pm

KUL

EWR

25h 30m

2 stops

$1,041ANA

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29

12:25 am - 8:10 am

EWR

KUL

43h 45m

1 stop

10:05 am - 11:30 pm

KUL

EWR

25h 25m

1 stop

$1,047Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Oct 28

10:00 am - 6:00 am

EWR

KUL

32h 00m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 7:36 am

KUL

EWR

29h 21m

2 stops

$1,055United Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29

6:45 pm - 6:00 am

EWR

KUL

47h 15m

2 stops

8:05 am - 5:10 am

KUL

EWR

34h 05m

2 stops

$1,067United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Nov 26

China Eastern flights from United States to Kuala Lumpur

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China Eastern

Aug 24

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

21h 25m

1 stop

KUL12:55 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 10

KUL1:55 amKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$700

China Eastern

Aug 24

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

39h 45m

1 stop

KUL7:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 10

KUL8:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

28h 50m

1 stop

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$701

China Eastern

Aug 28

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

35h 10m

2 stops

KUL2:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 15

KUL3:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

33h 25m

2 stops

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$723

Turkish Airlines flights from United States to Kuala Lumpur

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Turkish Airlines

Sep 7

EWR12:25 amNewark

43h 45m

1 stop

KUL8:10 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 28

KUL11:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

35h 45m

1 stop

EWR11:30 pmNewark

$1,024

Turkish Airlines

Sep 7

EWR12:25 amNewark

43h 45m

1 stop

KUL8:10 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 28

KUL10:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

25h 25m

1 stop

EWR11:30 pmNewark

$1,047

Turkish Airlines

Nov 2

IAD10:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 15m

1 stop

KUL8:25 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Nov 6

KUL10:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

39h 40m

1 stop

IAD12:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,095

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11:30 pm-7:45 pm

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Mon 10/5

8:55 am-9:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

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11:30 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop27h 05m

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1 stop31h 05m

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1 stop23h 10m

$961

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Newark

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12:25 am-8:10 am

1 stop43h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

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11:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 45m

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EWRKUL

Newark

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11:10 am-12:05 am

1 stop24h 55m

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Tue 9/29

2:15 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop39h 25m

$1,028

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EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Tue 9/15

11:10 am-12:05 am

1 stop24h 55m

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Tue 9/29

7:15 am-8:45 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$1,041

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Mon 9/7

12:25 am-8:10 am

1 stop43h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 10/28

10:05 am-11:30 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,047

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Tue 9/15

10:00 am-6:00 am

2 stops32h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/29

2:15 pm-7:36 am

2 stops29h 21m

$1,055

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Wed 10/14

6:45 pm-6:00 am

2 stops47h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/26

8:05 am-5:10 am

2 stops34h 05m

$1,067

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Kuala Lumpur. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $867. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from United States during March instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in March, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $879.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kuala Lumpur for around $1,102 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kuala Lumpur from United States for as low as $946 on momondo.

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How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Kuala Lumpur?
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 United States to Kuala Lumpur.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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