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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stopRM 2,720
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu1 stopRM 3,285
Kuching
Kuching2 stopsRM 4,025
Penang
Penang1 stopRM 2,497
Langkawi
Langkawi2 stopsRM 4,546
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu2 stopsRM 5,469
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru2 stopsRM 5,660
Tawau
Tawau2 stopsRM 6,311
Miri
Miri1 stopRM 5,640
Sandakan
Sandakan2 stopsRM 8,120
Kuala Terengganu
Kuala Terengganu2 stopsRM 5,619
Alor Setar
Alor Setar2 stopsRM 5,558
Bintulu
Bintulu2 stopsRM 6,847
Labuan
Labuan2 stopsRM 7,380
Ipoh
Ipoh1 stopRM 8,478
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stopRM 2,720
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu1 stopRM 3,285
Kuching
Kuching2 stopsRM 4,025
Penang
Penang1 stopRM 2,497
Langkawi
Langkawi2 stopsRM 4,546
Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu2 stopsRM 5,469
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru2 stopsRM 5,660
Tawau
Tawau2 stopsRM 6,311
Miri
Miri1 stopRM 5,640
Sandakan
Sandakan2 stopsRM 8,120
Kuala Terengganu
Kuala Terengganu2 stopsRM 5,619
Alor Setar
Alor Setar2 stopsRM 5,558
Bintulu
Bintulu2 stopsRM 6,847
Labuan
Labuan2 stopsRM 7,380
Ipoh
Ipoh1 stopRM 8,478
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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?

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Malaysia is February, when tickets cost RM 3,379 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of return tickets is RM 6,555 and RM 6,091 respectively.

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

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 20% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

RM 1,509
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (40% 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 airlines 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.
8.4
Korean AirOverall score based on 1221 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.5Boarding
8.3Comfort
8.7Crew
8.1Food
Airline reviews

AAAAHHHH... It was shocking in a very positive way, the attention to detail, the courtesy, the manners of all personnel on board, the constant honest smiling. You can see and feel they take pride in all they do no matter how trivial. The plane in general was very comfortable. I can't wait to do it again

8.0 ExcellentCarlos J, Apr 2026
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AAAAHHHH... It was shocking in a very positive way, the attention to detail, the courtesy, the manners of all personnel on board, the constant honest smiling. You can see and feel they take pride in all they do no matter how trivial. The plane in general was very comfortable. I can't wait to do it again

The boarding process was efficient and quick. The seats were comfortable. The food was good. The service was excellent. We had a lovely flight from Seattle on Korean air

Flight crew was fantastic. The aircraft was meticulously cleaned at all times. The crew was continuously checking to see if the passengers were ok.

They were trying to get people to check luggage because the over head compartments were full but when we boarded there were lots of empty places that people could have put the luggage.

It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

Friendly flight attendants and gate agents. Very clean plane and food was good!

I was unable to select decent seats, and so I was stuck in the middle seat because it was selected for me

long flights are difficult but the crew and amenities made it a very good experience

Good. Obviously there is a slightly condescending attitude of all American workers towards their customers but other than that all good.

They destroyed my Michael Kors Carryon luggage, they didn’t announce that only check in the carry on and when we get inside a couple of room to put the carry on bag. I was disappointed and sad because of the damaged of my luggage. They should replace it or fixed it.

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.

The flight from Hong Kong to Hyderabad didn’t have any power points to charge my mobile. Given we are no longer allowed to use power banks, giving customers the ability to charge even on short flights is critical part of the overall experience.

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

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.

Horrible airline. Missed my baggage and don’t want to reimburse for the basis items. Pathetic customer service

Bathroom was not cleaned as often as other airlines does. It was gross for a less than full flight capacity.

While I was in great pain, the seat was sufficiently comfortable to allow me to rest and not be in so much pain.

Flight crew was especially thoughtful and attentive, made sure our seats were comfortable so we could rest on the long flight

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