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$280+ Cheap flights from California to Kuala Lumpur

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — KUL
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kuala Lumpur

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Kuala Lumpur flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$619
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$280
(China Southern)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$766
From California to Kuala Lumpur
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Cheapest flights from California to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/610:25 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop32h 35mAir China
Wed 11/1212:20 amKUL - LAX
1 stop34h 40mAir China
Deal found 9/16$640
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/231:20 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop41h 40mAir China
Sat 4/2512:10 amKUL - LAX
1 stop25h 50mAir China
Deal found 9/16$641
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1411:55 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop24h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 10/214:15 pmKUL - LAX
1 stop19h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/16$642
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/49:00 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/104:20 amKUL - LAX
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$646
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/198:40 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop20h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/2211:00 amKUL - LAX
1 stop25h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/15$647
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1911:55 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop24h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 10/234:15 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop19h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/15$651
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3011:10 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop20h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 11/1111:45 amKUL - LAX
1 stop23h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/17$651
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/410:10 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop20h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 11/1111:45 amKUL - LAX
1 stop36h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/15$653
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2711:45 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/612:20 amKUL - LAX
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$658
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:55 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/174:20 amKUL - LAX
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$659
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2312:50 pmLAX - KUL
1 stop35h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Mon 9/2912:25 pmKUL - LAX
1 stop23h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/15$665
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2111:55 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop24h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 10/512:25 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop23h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/16$666

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Kuala Lumpur that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Kuala Lumpur that are best for you.

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California

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Return

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San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Tue 11/25

11:40 am-10:25 pm

1 stop42h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 12/7

11:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

$695

San FranciscoKuala Lumpur

SFO - KUL

SFOKUL

San Francisco

Tue 11/25

3:30 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 12/8

11:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

$700

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

10:50 am-1:25 am

1 stop22h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 3/26

11:45 am-8:05 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$701

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/4

10:50 am-10:45 am

1 stop31h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 11/11

11:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$705

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

10:45 pm-12:15 am

2 stops34h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 3/11

2:15 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$710

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX - KUL

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/4

10:50 am-10:25 pm

1 stop43h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 11/11

11:55 pm-2:02 pm

2 stops30h 07m

$710

OntarioKuala Lumpur

ONT - KUL

ONTKUL

Ontario

Thu 11/13

6:45 am-10:25 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 12/1

11:55 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$711

BurbankKuala Lumpur

BUR - KUL

BURKUL

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 10/31

7:00 am-10:20 am

2 stops36h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 11/7

8:30 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$720

OntarioKuala Lumpur

ONT - KUL

ONTKUL

Ontario

Thu 1/22

6:39 pm-10:20 am

2 stops23h 41m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 2/8

2:15 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops43h 28m

$721

BurbankKuala Lumpur

BUR - KUL

BURKUL

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 10/30

8:18 pm-10:20 am

2 stops47h 02m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/6

8:30 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$725

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Kuala Lumpur?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kuala Lumpur (average of $969). Flying from California to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,416). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Find hourly flight availability from California to Kuala Lumpur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Kuala Lumpur as you normally would.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Kuala Lumpur. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Kuala Lumpur?

    For as low as $701, Korean Air can have you in Kuala Lumpur from California in 22h 35m. The distance between California and Kuala Lumpur is about 8795 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Kuala Lumpur one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $280 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $327 and Philippine Airlines from $332 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Kuala Lumpur?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Kuala Lumpur Intl, Los Angeles - Kuala Lumpur Intl or Ontario - Kuala Lumpur Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Kuala Lumpur that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Kuala Lumpur flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Kuala Lumpur?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Kuala Lumpur by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Kuala Lumpur (average of $969). Flying from California to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,416). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Kuala Lumpur. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$507Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air IndiaCheapest$562Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$608Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$615Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
XiamenAirCheapest$618Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
China EasternCheapest$636Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$687Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$710Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$726Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Korean AirCheapest$733Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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