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$511+ Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco (SFO)

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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SFO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$834
(China Airlines)

One-way from

$511
(Vietnam Airlines)

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July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$896
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/72:45 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop20h 10mChina Airlines
Sat 11/2211:40 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop21h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/30$834
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/292:15 amKUL - SFO
1 stop33h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Sun 9/1411:55 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop24h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 4/30$840
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/139:20 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/2610:35 pmSFO - KUL
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$842
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2010:00 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop26h 40mSingapore Airlines
Fri 10/1011:30 amSFO - KUL
1 stop18h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/1$870
This Mayflower deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mayflower is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2712:50 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop32h 55mEVA Air
Sun 7/61:00 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop34h 15mEVA Air
Deal found 4/30$880
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/202:15 pmKUL - SFO
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/1010:40 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop24h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$882
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/166:35 amSZB - SFO
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/191:05 amSFO - SZB
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$899
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/297:50 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop37h 10mVietnam Airlines
Wed 12/109:10 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop29h 40mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 5/1$918
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/245:10 pmKUL - SFO
1 stop18h 20mSTARLUX Airlines
Fri 5/3012:50 amSFO - KUL
1 stop24h 20mSTARLUX Airlines
Deal found 4/30$932
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2511:10 pmKUL - SFO
2 stops35h 15mDelta
Thu 11/68:00 pmSFO - KUL
2 stops34h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/1$989
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/318:10 amKUL - SFO
1 stop29h 45mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/211:40 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop36h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$994
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/211:55 amKUL - SFO
1 stop22h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 6/212:00 pmSFO - KUL
1 stop26h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/30$1,009

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Kuala Lumpur

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Price

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 6/7

2:45 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop20h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 11/22

11:40 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$834

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 8/29

2:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop33h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 9/14

11:55 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$840

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/13

9:20 pm-9:15 am

1 stop26h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

10:35 pm-6:00 am

2 stops40h 25m

$842

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/20

10:00 pm-9:40 am

1 stop26h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

11:30 am-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$870

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 6/27

12:50 pm-6:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

1:00 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$880

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/20

2:15 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops23h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

10:40 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$882

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

SZB - SFO

SZBSFO

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Wed 7/16

6:35 am-8:30 pm

2 stops28h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

1:05 am-8:20 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$899

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 7/19

7:25 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop38h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

10:50 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$929

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 5/24

5:10 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop18h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 5/30

12:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$932

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 10/25

11:10 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops35h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

8:00 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$989

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 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 Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KUL to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air and Korean Air from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
162 reviews

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Reviews

1 / 6
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

KIX - TPE

Very pleasant experience overall, while the main course of the meal could have been better and the movies could have been more recent and with more variety. They offer blindfolds and earplugs, which are a plus.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from Kuala Lumpur; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Kuala Lumpur per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from Kuala Lumpur. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Flying on China Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $834. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Philippine Airlines and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $840 and $870, respectively. China Airlines is currently priced 7% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $511 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vietnam Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Airlines and Korean Air, with prices starting from $525 and $563, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 5 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$679Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$746Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China AirlinesCheapest$785Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EVA AirCheapest$789Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Cathay PacificCheapest$812Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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