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

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Kuala Lumpur

What airlines fly to Kuala Lumpur?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Turkish Airlines 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 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kuala Lumpur. Keep in mind that there are 23 different airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

On average, it takes 18h 25m 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 20h 40m.

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Prices for flights from United States to Kuala Lumpur refresh daily.

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As of March 2026, there are 21 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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10:15 am - 1:35 pm

SEA

KUL

36h 20m

1 stop

10:00 pm - 8:45 am

KUL

SEA

25h 45m

1 stop

$545Singapore Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 17

9:50 pm - 9:35 am

LAX

KUL

20h 45m

1 stop

11:00 am - 10:10 pm

KUL

LAX

26h 10m

1 stop

$555Singapore Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31

9:50 pm - 5:15 pm

BOS

KUL

31h 25m

1 stop

11:25 pm - 7:55 pm

KUL

BOS

56h 30m

1 stop

$829Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 29

9:30 pm - 5:15 pm

DFW

KUL

30h 45m

1 stop

9:50 am - 12:45 pm

KUL

DFW

39h 55m

1 stop

$865Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10

11:40 am - 12:05 am

EWR

KUL

24h 25m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 5:40 pm

KUL

EWR

39h 25m

1 stop

$924ANA

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 15

7:15 am - 12:05 am

EWR

KUL

28h 50m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 5:40 pm

KUL

EWR

39h 25m

1 stop

$928ANA

Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 15

6:00 am - 6:00 am

LGA

KUL

36h 00m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 11:27 pm

KUL

LGA

45h 12m

2 stops

$1,058United Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 2

10:29 am - 6:00 am

LGA

KUL

31h 31m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 6:32 pm

KUL

LGA

40h 17m

2 stops

$1,134United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 20

12:42 pm - 7:55 am

HOU

KUL

30h 13m

2 stops

7:00 pm - 3:49 pm

KUL

HOU

33h 49m

2 stops

$1,149Qatar Airways

Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 12

8:21 pm - 4:15 pm

HOU

KUL

30h 54m

2 stops

7:00 pm - 3:49 pm

KUL

HOU

33h 49m

2 stops

$1,150Qatar Airways

Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13

China Eastern flights from United States to Kuala Lumpur

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China Eastern

Sep 1

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

26h 35m

1 stop

KUL6:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 14

KUL1:55 amKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$663

China Eastern

Aug 28

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

39h 45m

1 stop

KUL7:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 15

KUL3:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

33h 25m

2 stops

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$694

China Eastern

Aug 31

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

35h 20m

1 stop

KUL2:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 9

KUL8:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

28h 50m

1 stop

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$697

United Airlines flights from United States to Kuala Lumpur

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United Airlines

Aug 31

DFW5:17 amDallas/Fort Worth

35h 43m

2 stops

KUL6:00 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 9

KUL2:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

38h 51m

2 stops

DFW4:06 pmDallas/Fort Worth

$956

United Airlines

Apr 7

SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco

34h 20m

2 stops

KUL12:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Apr 22

KUL2:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

46h 20m

2 stops

SFO9:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,130

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Fri 9/4

10:15 am-1:35 pm

1 stop36h 20m

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Thu 9/17

10:00 pm-8:45 am

1 stop25h 45m

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Sun 8/16

9:50 pm-9:35 am

1 stop20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 8/31

11:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$555

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BOS - KUL

BOSKUL

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Wed 9/9

9:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop31h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/29

11:25 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop56h 30m

$829

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9:30 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/10

9:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop39h 55m

$865

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Wed 9/2

11:40 am-12:05 am

1 stop24h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/15

2:15 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop39h 25m

$924

NewarkKuala Lumpur

EWR - KUL

EWRKUL

Newark

Wed 9/2

7:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops28h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/15

2:15 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop39h 25m

$928

New YorkKuala Lumpur

LGA - KUL

LGAKUL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/18

6:00 am-6:00 am

2 stops36h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 9/2

2:15 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops45h 12m

$1,058

New YorkKuala Lumpur

LGA - KUL

LGAKUL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/31

10:29 am-6:00 am

2 stops31h 31m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 9/20

2:15 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops40h 17m

$1,134

HoustonKuala Lumpur

HOU - KUL

HOUKUL

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/4

12:42 pm-7:55 am

2 stops30h 13m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/12

7:00 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$1,149

HoustonKuala Lumpur

HOU - KUL

HOUKUL

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/4

8:21 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops30h 54m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/13

7:00 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$1,150

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, January 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 $873. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from United States during November instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in November, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $888.

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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 $1,109 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 $964 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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