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Cheap Flights to Malaysia

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stop$746
Penang
Penang1 stop$617
Langkawi
Langkawi2 stops$885
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu1 stop$694
Kuching
Kuching2 stops$786
Sandakan
Sandakan2 stops$999
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu2 stops$1,384
Tawau
Tawau2 stops$1,631
Miri
Miri2 stops$1,556
Ipoh
Ipoh1 stop$1,400
Kuala Terengganu
Kuala Terengganu2 stops$1,392
Sibu
Sibu2 stops$1,532
Kuantan
Kuantan2 stops$1,234
Alor Setar
Alor Setar3 stops$1,497
Labuan
Labuan2 stops$1,404
Bintulu
Bintulu2 stops$1,422
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stop$746
Penang
Penang1 stop$617
Langkawi
Langkawi2 stops$885
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu1 stop$694
Kuching
Kuching2 stops$786
Sandakan
Sandakan2 stops$999
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu2 stops$1,384
Tawau
Tawau2 stops$1,631
Miri
Miri2 stops$1,556
Ipoh
Ipoh1 stop$1,400
Kuala Terengganu
Kuala Terengganu2 stops$1,392
Sibu
Sibu2 stops$1,532
Kuantan
Kuantan2 stops$1,234
Alor Setar
Alor Setar3 stops$1,497
Labuan
Labuan2 stops$1,404
Bintulu
Bintulu2 stops$1,422

Book Cheap Malaysia Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Malaysia 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 to Malaysia

Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
Air China Logo
11:25 pm - 11:00 pm
LAX
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KUL
32h 35m
1 stop
Air China Logo
12:15 am - 11:00 am
KUL
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LAX
25h 45m
1 stop
$746Air China
Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Sep 10
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 12:55 am
LAX
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KUL
21h 25m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:15 pm - 10:05 am
KUL
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LAX
28h 50m
1 stop
$747China Eastern
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 3:30 am
LAX
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KUL
48h 00m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
8:15 pm - 10:05 am
KUL
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LAX
28h 50m
1 stop
$748China Eastern
Thu, Aug 20 - Fri, Aug 28
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 3:45 pm
LAX
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KUL
24h 40m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 10:10 pm
KUL
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LAX
20h 40m
1 stop
$750Singapore Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 14
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:55 pm - 8:55 pm
JFK
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KUL
42h 00m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 am - 6:00 am
KUL
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JFK
33h 50m
1 stop
$1,050Cathay Pacific
Sat, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 22
ANA Logo
2:25 pm - 6:00 am
LGA
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KUL
27h 35m
2 stops
ANA Logo
7:15 am - 8:25 pm
KUL
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LGA
25h 10m
2 stops
$1,051ANA
Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Sep 18
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:55 am - 12:05 pm
JFK
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KUL
22h 10m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 am - 8:35 pm
KUL
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JFK
24h 25m
1 stop
$1,065Cathay Pacific
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Oct 1
ANA Logo
9:10 am - 12:05 am
LGA
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KUL
26h 55m
2 stops
ANA Logo
7:15 am - 8:25 pm
KUL
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LGA
25h 10m
2 stops
$1,074ANA
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 8:10 am
IAD
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KUL
22h 25m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 8:25 pm
KUL
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IAD
33h 40m
1 stop
$1,089Turkish Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, May 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 5:15 pm
ORD
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KUL
32h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 9:40 am
KUL
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ORD
36h 50m
1 stop
$1,154Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Malaysia

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Malaysia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from the United States to Malaysia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United States to Malaysia, 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 the United States to Malaysia is September, when tickets cost $260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and May, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,343 and $1,281 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United States to Malaysia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Malaysia, 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 the United States to Malaysia, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$353
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport

FAQs - booking Malaysia flights

  • Which is the best airport to access Malaysia from the USA?

    Malaysia boasts of a number of top-tier international airports. Therefore, the choice you make on the airport to use will depend on several factors.

  • First of all, where in Malaysia are you planning to visit?

    For example, if going on a hike on Mount Kinabalu is among your top priorities, then it would be best to use the Sandakan (SDK) airport. If you choose the wrong airport, you might have to connect to your desired destination through another flight, a ferry, etc.

  • How do I get from the Airport to the city center?

    Malaysia has a well-functioning transport system that not only connects the two parts of the country but also makes it easy to access different areas of each part. In the Kuala Lumpur International Airport, for example, there are quite a number of taxis to help you navigate. There are two types of taxis here, the airport taxis and the metered taxis. Airport taxis run their operations through a coupon system accessible through the respective counters. On the other hand, metered taxis will charge you according to the distance you are traveling. Additionally, you can get from airports to city centers using public transport such as buses.

  • I am traveling to Malaysia to visit the Perhentian Islands, where should I fly to?

    Located in Besut district in Terengganu, Malaysia, the islands are a top tourist attraction. If this is your destination, the closest airport to the islands is Khota Bharu. The airport is close to Kuala Besut jetty, a place where you will get a ferry to the islands. The best thing about traveling with the ferry from here is that the prices are affordable; you won’t have to break your budget.

  • Is it possible for travelers to shop before boarding a trip from Salt Lake City International Airport to Malaysia?

    Yes. Visitors arriving in Malaysia from the USA might consider flying out of SLC Airport in case they intend to shop before continuing to Malaysia. The close proximity of several upscale malls to this airport will improve your ability to shop. One of the most appealing shopping areas close to SLC Airport is The Gateway Shopping Center, which offers reasonably priced goods and services.

  • Which nearby Malaysian cities does BKI Airport serve?

    Visitors arriving in Malaysia through BKI Airport can quickly get to a number of nearby cities. Donggongon, Kota Kinabalu, Putatan, and Kinarut are a few of the nearby cities that BKI Airport serves. The centers of these cities are roughly 109 miles from BKI. To travel to these locations from BKI Airport, you can use a taxi, a rental car, or a bus.

  • Are there any nearby hotels that provide complimentary airport shuttle service to travelers arriving at BKI Airport?

    You shouldn't worry if you intend to stay at a hotel that offers a free airport shuttle after arriving at BKI Airport. Near the BKI Airport, many hotels offer complimentary airport services. Consider reserving a room in a hotel that features a free airport shuttle if you'd like to avoid the hassle of paying for taxis to get to your preferred hotel.

  • Which airport is most frequently chosen by passengers going from the USA to Malaysia?

    SLC Airport is the favored departure airport for the majority of passengers flying to Malaysia from the USA. Although other airports, such as Denver (DEN) and Las Vegas (LAS) Airports, also provide equivalent flights from the USA to Malaysia, the majority of tourists prefer departing from the SLC Airport due to its ease of access to public transportation services, which lowers their travel expenditures.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United States to Malaysia?

    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 the United States to Malaysia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United States to Malaysia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United States to Malaysia 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 the United States to Malaysia?

    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 from the United States to Malaysia with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United States to Malaysia?

    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 from the United States to Malaysia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Malaysia

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Malaysia flight deals.
  • Malaysia is a country split into two distinct parts, Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo. It is important for you to first do extra research of where you are visiting since the two parts aren't connected by land.Those visiting Peninsular Malaysia can use airports such as Kuala Lumpur International Airport, while those visiting Malaysian Borneo can use Kota Kinabalu.
  • There are easy immigration processes for travelers visiting Malaysia compared to other Southeast Asian countries. You won't need a visa to travel to Malaysia for a stay of fewer than 90 days.
  • Malaysia has an array of international airports. They include Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kota Kinabalu International Airport, and Penang International Airport. The main airport here is the Kuala Lumpur International Airport, a major aviation hub in the region. It is approximately 30 miles from the capital, Kuala Lumpur.
  • More than half of the population here is Muslim, and therefore Ramadan is widely observed. Even though there is no strict observation of Muslim rules (Malaysia is not very conservative), traveling to Malaysia around this time might cost you more.
  • It is possible to find direct flights from Washington to Malaysia. However, flying to an airport such as Kota Kinabalu might require two or more stops. You can weigh your options and book a flight through KAYAK.
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) provides a range of handicapped-accessible amenities for passengers flying from the USA to Malaysia. Each of the parking garages at this airport's terminals has spots and amenities specifically for those with disabilities.
  • Anyone looking to unwind while waiting for a trip from the USA to Malaysia should stop by any of the Salt Lake City International Airport’s lounges. Delta Sky Club is one of the lounges that is highly appreciated by travelers traveling in economy classes from Salt Lake City International Airport to Malaysia. Distinctive class passengers can consider making a stop in the Centurion lounge.
  • Travelers who enjoy going on shopping excursions should consider flying into Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) when they visit Malaysia. This airport is close to several high-end shopping centers that frequently have discounted sales offers, which makes shopping in Malaysia simple.
  • Consider booking a hotel near BKI Airport if your flight from the US to Malaysia is scheduled to arrive late at night. The Napzone KKIA by Sovotel Hotels is one of the highly convenient lodging options for travelers from BKI Airport. You may conveniently reach this hotel within three minutes on foot.
  • Malaysia Airlines is the airline of choice for the majority of passengers traveling with their children from the USA to Malaysia. Kids may stream live versions of their favorite movies, songs, or TV shows from the USA to Malaysia with this airline's free in-flight Wi-Fi.

Everything you need to know for your flight to Malaysia

Cabin class types available on flights to Malaysia

Cabin classes available on flights to Malaysia. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.