SFO - KUL

$315 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl departing on 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur.
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur.
Travelers love KAYAK
41,299,237 searches in the past 7 days on KAYAK

Save 23% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search.

Track pricesNot ready to book? Create a price alert for when prices drop.

Bundle and saveSave money when you bundle your flight + hotel.

Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$746
Typical prices: $1,123-$786
China Eastern
Sat 5/2Sun 5/10
SFO - KUL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$315
Typical prices: $365-$440
Singapore Airlines
Mon 9/7
SFO - KUL • 1 stop
Top airlines
Cheapest • from $746 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.5 score
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
+1
+1
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
+1
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Kuala Lumpur Intl. You'll need at least 1 connection.
Insights
Insights
Insights
Insights
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $611 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 32m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Insights
Insights
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
Good to know
+1
+1
Good to know
Good to know
+1
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl (SFO-KUL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 10
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 2:40 pm
SFO
-
KUL
35h 40m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
3:40 pm - 9:05 am
KUL
-
SFO
32h 25m
2 stops
$746China Eastern
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 10
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 7:15 pm
SFO
-
KUL
40h 15m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
3:40 pm - 9:05 am
KUL
-
SFO
32h 25m
2 stops
$754China Eastern
Sat, May 2 - Fri, May 8
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 am
SFO
-
KUL
21h 55m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:15 pm - 9:05 am
KUL
-
SFO
27h 50m
1 stop
$756China Eastern
Sat, May 2 - Fri, May 8
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 2:40 pm
SFO
-
KUL
35h 40m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
8:15 pm - 9:05 am
KUL
-
SFO
27h 50m
1 stop
$757China Eastern
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 10
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 6:05 am
SFO
-
KUL
27h 05m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:55 am - 9:05 am
KUL
-
SFO
22h 10m
1 stop
$761China Eastern
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 10
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 am
SFO
-
KUL
21h 55m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
3:40 pm - 9:05 am
KUL
-
SFO
32h 25m
3 stops
$768China Eastern
Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 24
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 2:40 pm
SFO
-
KUL
59h 40m
3 stops
China Eastern Logo
1:55 am - 9:05 am
KUL
-
SFO
22h 10m
1 stop
$769China Eastern
Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 24
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 6:05 am
SFO
-
KUL
27h 05m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:55 am - 9:05 am
KUL
-
SFO
22h 10m
1 stop
$770China Eastern
Wed, May 13 - Tue, Jun 9
Air India Logo
10:30 am - 9:40 pm
SFO
-
KUL
44h 10m
2 stops
Air India Logo
10:40 pm - 7:00 am
KUL
-
SFO
47h 20m
2 stops
$773Air India
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Air India Logo
8:45 pm - 9:40 pm
SFO
-
KUL
33h 55m
2 stops
Air India Logo
8:05 am - 7:00 am
KUL
-
SFO
37h 55m
2 stops
$774Air India
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport departing in May.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $672 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,598 and $1,223 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$315
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport flights

  • Can I rent a car after deplaning from my San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport flight?

    Yes, renting a car after your flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) is a practical and flexible travel method. Vehicle rental desks are usually located inside airport terminals and are easily accessible. You can use the complimentary shuttle or walk to the automobile rental location. Avis, Budget, and Hertz are just a handful of the rental companies regularly found on-site at KUL.

  • Which eco-friendly airline should I consider for my San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport flight?

    Turkish Airlines is a green airline you should consider for your flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL). The airline has implemented several environmentally responsible steps, such as using fuel-efficient aircraft, investing in sustainable aviation fuels, and implementing recycling and waste reduction programs while flying.

  • Which cities can I visit after deplaning from my San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport flight?

    After deplaning from your flight at Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL), you can visit nearby cities like Kuala Lumpur itself, Putrajaya, and Cyberjaya. These cities are close to the airport, making it convenient to reach them via various transportation options such as car rentals, taxis, or public transportation.

  • How can I connect from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) to the city after getting off my flight?

    Upon arriving at Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), you can reach the city by various means of transport. The Express Rail Link (ERL), which operates high-speed trains to KL Sentral, the primary transportation hub, is one of the most efficient and dependable choices. The ERL departs every 15-20 minutes, ensuring a swift and consistent connection.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport was $315 for a one-way ticket and $746 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    San Francisco and Kuala Lumpur Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Kuala Lumpur Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Kuala Lumpur Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Kuala Lumpur Airport from San Francisco?

    Singapore is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur, STARLUX Airlines or EVA Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur are STARLUX Airlines and EVA Air. With an average price for the route of $1,186 and an overall rating of 9.0, STARLUX Airlines is the most popular choice. EVA Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,265 and an overall rating of 8.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kuala Lumpur Airport from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kuala Lumpur Airport with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and KUL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kuala Lumpur Airport from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

  • Although many airlines accommodate people with limited mobility (PRMs), you should prioritize China Airlines when booking your flight. The Airline prioritizes PRMs, provides free wheelchair access at ticket counters from San Francisco (SFO) to Kuala Lumpur International (KUL), and has a team of well-trained personnel to attend to PRMs' needs to provide comfort and enhanced access.
  • Families with young children should consider ANA when booking a ticket from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport. To keep your children entertained during the journey, the airline may supply special meals on request, kid-friendly entertainment options, and toys or coloring pages.
  • When planning to fly from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport, include at least one layover. Most airlines that cover this route would make at least one stop before arriving at Kuala Lumpur International (KUL). This route includes frequent stops in Singapore Changi (SIN), Tokyo Narita (NRT), and Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE).
  • Ticket upgrade advantages are some of the incentives to consider flying with Turkish Airlines from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport. During your first layover, the airline may send you an email asking you to upgrade your ticket and take advantage of the first-class perks at a discounted charge.
  • If you want to fly with your pet from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport, you should prioritize booking your flight with Delta Airlines. The airline's pet policy permits you to travel with your caged dog or cat inside the cabin if they fit under the chair. Larger animals would be transported in a cargo hold. However, you should know that owning a pet will incur additional expenses. A valid veterinary health certificate will also be required.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.5
EVA AirOverall score based on 1398 reviews
8.4Boarding
8.1Food
8.3Comfort
8.7Crew
8.0Entertainment
Airline reviews

I always preferred EVA air every time I visit Philippines. It’s just this time that I have to be very early to make sure that I don’t miss my flight due to TSA problem. There’s only one choice of food serve which you use to have 2 on our flight from Taiwan to Philippines . Otherwise I will still use EVA air in my future flight.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2026
IAH - TPE
Read more EVA Air reviews

I always preferred EVA air every time I visit Philippines. It’s just this time that I have to be very early to make sure that I don’t miss my flight due to TSA problem. There’s only one choice of food serve which you use to have 2 on our flight from Taiwan to Philippines . Otherwise I will still use EVA air in my future flight.

Service was great. Flight schedule was on time. Staffs are friendly.

Overall was good but it would be good if the airline is providing snack such as sandwich or instant noodle between meals for LA to Taipei

Amazing customer service. BUT!! It would be nice if the flight attendants SMILE a little more, I know they are doing their job, but it is importantly to smile back and be warm to passengers. Nobody is trying to hit on them, it’s just being polite. So, please Taiwanese flight attendants: SMILE MORE WHEN YOU INTERACT WITH PAYING CUSTOMERS

It was easy going check in was easy and pretty fast entertainment was up to date on movies and food was ok

Premium Economy seats were more comfortable than other airlines I have recently been on. Great staff. Food was unremarkable.

From checking at the airport to end of flights, attentive and caring personnel, comfortable seating, great food. I plan on using EVA again. Thank you, all.

Very nice, I feel I got good value for the price.

It was a pleasure to fly with EVA airlines from Taipei to San Francisco.

Amazing one of the best airlines i have ever traveled with. I live with medical issues called psoriatic arthritis and was in pain on the flight. The flight crew made sure I had fresh ice pack ever hour. Going above an beyond with service and care ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.

Everything was fine except the seats were quite compressed and hard for the 12 hour flight

The crew are amazing. Very professional, polite, kind, and accommodating.

Well, we upgraded and on a 14 hour flight not sure how we would tolerate it otherwise. The upgrades are ridiculously expensive and even with empty seats even in first class it was difficult to upgrade. Probably won’t fly China Air again due to this. The attendants tho were much better than the airlines in the states and there attentiveness and care for your comfort far exceeds other airlines in the states.

Flight attendants. Food, entertainment and most of all, be on time.

Hour late but understandable under the conditions. Taoyuan airport could have clearer signs language wise and more staff to help direct people.

Delayed. Not a full flight and whole rows left open with the paid seating. Food was ok. My beef meal only had one cube of beef the rest carrot cubes. Entertainment on personal device but didn’t know about it until the flight was almost done.

We are glad to have used China Airlines for our trip. Continue the good service! Thank you!

The flat bed full lying position is not comfortable at all, this could be improved, it is at an awkward position which i dont have the same issues with other airlines business class.

The flight was uneventful and the crew was kind and professional. Really appreciate the option to order a vegan meal for the flight!

I love my Delta crew, they were so welcoming and helpful.

Crew is excellent Wifi needs to be improved in order to connect to the internet.

They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

Food was served to different people at different times and it wasn't clear why. The crew apologized for the wait. But it felt odd and inconsistent. They could use charging ports on each of the seats. Mine didn't have any. Also, they could've offered more snacks. It was a 12+ hour flight and no snacks were ever offered. Everything else was OK.

I wish there was a little more leg room between the seats. The recline was good and seats overall were comfortable. I also didn’t like the 2-4-2 configuration.

toilets could be cleaned more frequently, everything else was pretty good.

The flight crew was phenominal! We couldn't have asked for any better. They were experienced professionals.

Wish the seat don’t have restrictions, can’t fully insert backpack all the way inside.

Wish the underseat compartment don’t have a restriction, can fit a personal item such as backpack fully like most Boeing

I have difficulties to book wheelchair for my parents returned flight

Airline should consider adding a small meal at the last leg of the flight, right now there is 7 hours of no meal break.

when i ask for help all the crew members had a look like why are you calling me? very terse and rude.

Good service and food. However, we paid over $400 for aisle seats for my disabled husband and me, and we were given window and middle seats. This was dangerous for our health condition on such a long flight. We needed to stand up and walk around frequently, but we were stuck in our seats. Please give us a refund of our seat payment since you chose not to honor our request.

Very bad Instead 22 hour it take me more that 35 hour to arrive from Los Angeles to Phuket and they changed my flight in Hong Kong to Shanghai china and in order to get my bag I was forced to vet china visa entrry

There could have been more options on the entertainment section Nothing was available for non English speaking passengers

I didn't have much experience with Cathay Pacific airlines because of delay and missed connections, the bulk of the trip was on Japan Airlines.

Flight delayed first from bad weather, then after boarding there was a problem with the plane. We had to get off and onto another plane...connections were missed and the trip took an additional 10 hours!! Pre-paid seatting was not honored due ro last minute carrier changes. Most of the trip was on Japan Airline.

Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

I wish there were more bathrooms available on these larger carriers.

My flight was suppose to be at 7:45pm to fly but it didnt fly out until 8:55 to dallas so then all of my other flights was late and delay ihad to wait at the airport for extra 14 hours to be able to get on a different plane

There were delays at boarding and landing. These events resulted in a tight transfer time in HK. Poor signage for transfers. Finally, lost luggage at final destination.

the entire flight felt off. The crew seemed uninterested and disengaged. The food service was really bad - overcooked, bland, weird food service. They actually woke us up to serve chicken wraps in the middle of the night, after dinner and before breakfast. Made no sense. Ultimately, I was glad they did though, because the breakfast had been held for so long it was inedible. Eggs, potatoes, sausage - all disgusting. We were asked to "honor" the lavatories for premium customers and stay in our own cabin: this was also strange. So people in economy didn't pay enough to use the closest toilet to them??? It's a toilet. All in all, not the experience I have come to expect from United Airlines. The return flight from Paris to SFO was better, btw.

They delayed the flight from 9:00 to 11:55 At 11:45 they canceled the flight. I paid a premium price for the tickets with poor service

The 777’s economy seat’s legroom was more tolerable than expected. I appreciate the reclining mechanism which slides the seat forward to minimize cannibalizing the space behind. The food was terrible: very salty.

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

We had turbulence ever 1/2 hr or so and the captains announcements were SOOOO LOUD

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Entertainment kept turning itself off. Gave up on watching a movie.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Information on your arrival and departure airports