How long is the flight from USA to Malaysia?

Korean Air, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from USA to Malaysia in just under 26h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 05m. USA and Malaysia are separated by a distance of 14154 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Malaysia one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at RM 1,259. Korean Air flights start at RM 1,297 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at RM 1,366 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malaysia ranges from 120.0 - 280.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 280.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Malaysia when rainfall is around 120.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malaysia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to MY?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Malaysia as you normally would.

Can I find deals for flights from USA to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on USA to Malaysia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from USA to Malaysia?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Malaysia.

Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Malaysia?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA to Malaysia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Deal found 30/9RM 3,237

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Deal found 30/9RM 3,286

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Deal found 4/10RM 3,254

Find flight deals from USA to Malaysia

Round-trip from	RM 2,878
One-way from	RM 1,462
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	January
Average price	RM 3,895

China Eastern
29/10-4/11
2 total stops
60h 00m total
USA to Malaysia

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Singapore Airlines
20/3-31/12
1 total stop
19h 25m total
USA to Malaysia

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 21/1

13:05-06:45

1 stop28h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-11:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,621

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/11

15:00-08:05

1 stop28h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-11:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,633

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX Los Angeles - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Tue 13/10

11:38-21:50

2 stops43h 12m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,637

New YorkKuala Lumpur

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JFKKUL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 19/1

08:35-22:25

2 stops48h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-11:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,645

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX Los Angeles - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Wed 17/3

10:00-22:25

1 stop21h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,662

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX Los Angeles - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Sun 8/11

22:00-22:25

1 stop32h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,674

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX Los Angeles - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Thu 22/10

16:50-06:00

1 stop22h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,674

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX Los Angeles - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Sun 25/10

12:00-22:25

1 stop43h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,674

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX Los Angeles - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Sun 15/11

08:27-06:45

2 stops30h 18m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,674

Los AngelesKuala Lumpur

LAX Los Angeles - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

LAXKUL

Los Angeles

Fri 27/11

22:00-22:25

1 stop32h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 1,674

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Malaysia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Malaysia (average of RM 3,833). Flying from USA to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 6,148). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to Malaysia?

The price you pay for your flight from USA to Malaysia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air and Cathay Pacific from the United States to Malaysia 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.

Korean Air

8.4

Very Good

1,218 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Korean Air

8.4

Very Good

1,218 reviews

Korean Air

8.4

Very Good

1,218 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,507 reviews

Korean Air

8.4

Very Good

1,218 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from USA to Malaysia?
Korean Air, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from USA to Malaysia in just under 26h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 05m. USA and Malaysia are separated by a distance of 14154 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Malaysia one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at RM 1,259. Korean Air flights start at RM 1,297 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at RM 1,366 one-way.
Can I find deals for flights from USA to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on USA to Malaysia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from USA to Malaysia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Malaysia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Malaysia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA to Malaysia 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 USA to Malaysia?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Malaysia (average of RM 3,833). Flying from USA to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 6,148). 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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The price you pay for your flight from USA to Malaysia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air and Cathay Pacific from the United States to Malaysia 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.

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How long is the flight from USA to Malaysia?

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