RM 1,652 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Malaysia – Compare and Save

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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stopRM 3,816
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu2 stopsRM 3,702
Kuching
Kuching1 stopRM 3,487
Penang
Penang1 stopRM 2,789
Langkawi
Langkawi2 stopsRM 4,469
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu2 stopsRM 5,894
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru2 stopsRM 5,651
Tawau
Tawau2 stopsRM 5,289
Miri
Miri2 stopsRM 5,975
Sandakan
Sandakan2 stopsRM 4,782
Kuala Terengganu
Kuala Terengganu2 stopsRM 5,894
Alor Setar
Alor Setar2 stopsRM 5,651
Bintulu
Bintulu2 stopsRM 6,645
Labuan
Labuan2 stopsRM 5,772
Kuantan
Kuantan2 stopsRM 5,651
Ipoh
Ipoh1 stopRM 6,272
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stopRM 3,816
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu2 stopsRM 3,702
Kuching
Kuching1 stopRM 3,487
Penang
Penang1 stopRM 2,789
Langkawi
Langkawi2 stopsRM 4,469
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu2 stopsRM 5,894
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru2 stopsRM 5,651
Tawau
Tawau2 stopsRM 5,289
Miri
Miri2 stopsRM 5,975
Sandakan
Sandakan2 stopsRM 4,782
Kuala Terengganu
Kuala Terengganu2 stopsRM 5,894
Alor Setar
Alor Setar2 stopsRM 5,651
Bintulu
Bintulu2 stopsRM 6,645
Labuan
Labuan2 stopsRM 5,772
Kuantan
Kuantan2 stopsRM 5,651
Ipoh
Ipoh1 stopRM 6,272

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Malaysia

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco 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.
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Malaysia

Tue, 15 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 - 09:25
SFO
-
PEN
30h 40m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
15:15 - 09:50
PEN
-
SFO
33h 35m
1 stop
RM 2,789Singapore Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 - 11:00
SFO
-
PEN
32h 15m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:05 - 07:50
PEN
-
SFO
35h 45m
1 stop
RM 2,793Singapore Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
09:40 - 14:45
SFO
-
PEN
37h 05m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
17:45 - 07:50
PEN
-
SFO
30h 05m
1 stop
RM 3,020Singapore Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 07:30
SFO
-
PEN
28h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
08:30 - 09:05
PEN
-
SFO
39h 35m
1 stop
RM 3,191China Eastern
Fri, 28 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:45 - 07:35
SFO
-
KCH
28h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:15 - 09:50
KCH
-
SFO
26h 35m
1 stop
RM 3,487Multiple Airlines
Fri, 28 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:45 - 13:10
SFO
-
KCH
34h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 09:50
KCH
-
SFO
33h 10m
2 stops
RM 3,702Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
United Airlines Logo
01:10 - 06:00
SFO
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KUL
37h 50m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
07:15 - 10:30
KUL
-
SFO
18h 15m
1 stop
RM 3,816United Airlines
Mon, 28 Sep - Thu, 22 Oct
China Eastern Logo
09:30 - 06:05
SFO
-
KUL
29h 35m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
15:40 - 09:05
KUL
-
SFO
56h 25m
2 stops
RM 3,824China Eastern
Wed, 2 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
United Airlines Logo
08:45 - 06:45
SFO
-
KUL
30h 00m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
08:05 - 09:20
KUL
-
SFO
17h 15m
1 stop
RM 3,836United Airlines
Sun, 30 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:00 - 01:30
SFO
-
KUL
20h 30m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:10 - 11:25
KUL
-
SFO
18h 15m
1 stop
RM 3,877Cathay Pacific
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Malaysia flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Malaysia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Malaysia is September, when tickets cost RM 1,912 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of return tickets is RM 3,398 and RM 2,570 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Malaysia?

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 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 a flight from San Francisco to Malaysia, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonApril
Cheapest flightRM 1,652
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (32% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur Airport

FAQs - booking Malaysia flights

  • Do I need to get a visa before I fly from San Francisco to Malaysia?

    If you plan on traveling to Malaysia for either business or tourism purposes, there is no need to get a visa so long as you do not intend to stay in the country for more than 90 days. When you arrive in the country, immigration officials will put a stamp, which is also known as a social visit pass, inside of your passport, verifying your stay for 90 days.

  • Are there other airports in the San Francisco area I could use for a flight to Malaysia?

    One option that is just a short distance to the south of San Francisco International Airport is the Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). From here, you can travel on a one-stop flight that utilizes ZIPAIR and ANA and has a layover at Narita International Airport (NRT) before arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. You could also travel from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport using a two-stop flight that utilizes Alaska Air and Eva here and has layovers at Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).

  • What should I know about child car seat laws before I leave my arrival airport in Malaysia?

    Children up to the age of 18 months old must travel in a rear-facing car seat, and then until the age of four, they must travel in any forward-facing car seat. After that, children up to seven years old need to travel in a booster seat, and then until the age of 12 years old or a height of 53 in. need to travel with a booster cushion.

  • What are the benefits of upgrading to first class on Singapore Airlines?

    Upgrading to first class with Singapore Airlines offers an unparalleled travel experience. Passengers enjoy luxurious, spacious cabins, gourmet dining curated by renowned chefs, and exceptional personalized service. With priority boarding and exclusive lounge access, the journey becomes seamless. The amenity kit, fine wines, and a lay-flat bed enhance comfort, ensuring a restful and indulgent flight.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Malaysia.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Malaysia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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

  • One of the most popular airport destinations in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). From San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you can travel here on a one-stop flight utilizing Singapore Airlines with a layover at Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN).
  • If your final destination in Malaysia is the Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), one of the quickest ways you could get here from San Francisco International Airport is to travel on a one-stop flight utilizing United Airlines and Air Asia with a layover at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).
  • If you are traveling early in the morning to Malaysia from San Francisco International Airport, you might want to stay at the Grand Hyatt at SFO, which offers a direct connection to all of the terminal buildings at the airport.
  • Passengers looking to make their way to Penang International Airport (PEN) from San Francisco International Airport can easily do so on a one-stop flight offered by Cathy Pacific that has a layover at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).
  • When flying aboard Cathay Pacific to Malaysia from San Francisco International Airport, you should know that this airport offers one of its lounge locations inside the International Terminal.

Reviews of the top airline flying from San Francisco to Malaysia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Malaysia? 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.
7.6
Cathay PacificOverall score based on 1370 reviews
7.6Comfort
8.1Crew
7.8Entertainment
7.3Food
7.9Boarding
Airline reviews

The plane was dirty, the seats were torn and broken, the service was the most terrible ever, the bathroom dirty, they will not even serve water you had to request it, the meals were terrible, overall less than Zero, I will never fly Cathay Pacific again.

2.0 MediocreFadi, Jun 2026
DFW - HKG
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The plane was dirty, the seats were torn and broken, the service was the most terrible ever, the bathroom dirty, they will not even serve water you had to request it, the meals were terrible, overall less than Zero, I will never fly Cathay Pacific again.

Cathay has always been great. Even allowed some leniency on my baggage weight. I believe they are also on the more leg room side of airlines.

Despite the crew's rough day, they were all very focused and friendly. The flight was too short for a meal, so no rating on that. Re. the AA app. It still isn't ready for prime time. AA works with Cathy Pacific for international flights to LA and the Aa jump to PHX. But the AA app can't find my trip and this can be problematic with flight delays and regatings at LAX.

Was not able to board flight because boarding pass name did not match passport name and no one caught it.

Had a bad experience with crew member coming back Hong Kong to la the person next to me one of the passenger have taken video and picture of crew member the person that served meal young kid late 20' s 6 5'10 had attitude at his peak anything I asked for I don't know if it was bad day or racial I felt humiliated as people could see difference towards me I no problem with Cathy and my whole family never had one was very disappointed

Frequently flyer number should and could have been put on at the time of booking as I gave the number when booking.

Very attentive crews Flight was very smooth and safe Only little disappointment was the slight delay of departure (~30 minutes ) which rarely happen with CX flights

Not at all satisfactory. I had stomach upsets after taking food. Quality of Asian vegetarian meal was awful. Further there was no snacks/ fruits/ biscuits available as in between snacks.. only peanuts and pitzels.. except courteous staff rest of my experience was far from satisfactory

Staff was very courteous. Plane was clean and quite spacious even in the last rows. Veg food could have been better.

Later on, when there was no more bottled water, the water we received had a strong chlorine/disinfectant odor. On my flight from Hong Kong to Los Angeles, there was a male flight attendant who had a mean attitude throughout the whole trip, and he was very impatient during meal service “Furthermore, we purchased a Hong Kong SIM card as part of our flight package, but we received no instructions—neither by email nor SMS—on how to activate or use it. Consequently, we were unable to use the service at all. We request a full refund, as this appears to be a deceptive charge

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