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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kuala Lumpur

SFO — KUL
Nov 23 — Nov 301
Mon 11/23
Mon 11/30
1 adult, Economy
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$898
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur (average of $794). Flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,738). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air,Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,550 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

SEA - TPE

The food on EVA suits my Asian palate and is always of a high standard. The flight was comfortable and the crew very helpful. I lost an ear bud while I slept and they helped me find it at the end of the flight. I was very grateful!
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,550 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,550 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

SEA - TPE

The food on EVA suits my Asian palate and is always of a high standard. The flight was comfortable and the crew very helpful. I lost an ear bud while I slept and they helped me find it at the end of the flight. I was very grateful!
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,627 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,550 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

SEA - TPE

The food on EVA suits my Asian palate and is always of a high standard. The flight was comfortable and the crew very helpful. I lost an ear bud while I slept and they helped me find it at the end of the flight. I was very grateful!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,524 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,550 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

SEA - TPE

The food on EVA suits my Asian palate and is always of a high standard. The flight was comfortable and the crew very helpful. I lost an ear bud while I slept and they helped me find it at the end of the flight. I was very grateful!
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
1,036 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,550 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

SEA - TPE

The food on EVA suits my Asian palate and is always of a high standard. The flight was comfortable and the crew very helpful. I lost an ear bud while I slept and they helped me find it at the end of the flight. I was very grateful!
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,420 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,550 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2026

SEA - TPE

The food on EVA suits my Asian palate and is always of a high standard. The flight was comfortable and the crew very helpful. I lost an ear bud while I slept and they helped me find it at the end of the flight. I was very grateful!

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

    Located just 11.0 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kuala Lumpur from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kuala Lumpur should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Kuala Lumpur from 13 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur round-trip?

    Korean Air, at $579, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Singapore Airlines and Air India. Korean Air is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur are Singapore Airlines ($316), Philippine Airlines ($391), and Cathay Pacific ($425).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

    The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur is Taipei City. Singapore sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are currently the most popular points of interest in Taipei City at the moment. Those on a layover in Taipei City interested in visiting Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, or Raohe Street Night Market can do so by traveling 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Taipei City can rent one for about $74 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Masjid Sultan are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Masjid Sultan can be accessed by traveling approximately 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 9.8 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travelers in need of a car in Singapore can rent one for about $102 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur is Hong Kong.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur (average of $794). Flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,738). 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 San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$579Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$589Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$600Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China EasternCheapest$659Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
ANACheapest$744Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$760Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$769Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$853Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$880Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China AirlinesCheapest$884Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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