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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco from RM 1,978

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SFO
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Tue 8/919:25
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop37h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/900:35
SFO
-
KUL
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7RM 3,637
Fri 4/902:15
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Philippine Airlines
Fri 11/900:30
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop19h 40m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 21/7RM 3,674
Wed 16/919:25
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop37h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/900:30
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7RM 3,715
Fri 4/919:25
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop37h 30m
Vietnam Airlines
Wed 16/922:50
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop28h 35m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 21/7RM 3,731
Sat 5/914:15
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop34h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 12/921:15
SFO
-
KUL
2 stops35h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7RM 3,735
Fri 25/912:20
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop23h 50m
Philippine Airlines
Sat 26/900:30
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop19h 40m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 21/7RM 3,756
Wed 19/814:45
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop20h 45m
China Airlines
Fri 28/801:05
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop21h 20m
China Airlines
Deal found 20/7RM 3,780
Fri 2/1012:20
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop23h 50m
Philippine Airlines
Fri 16/1000:30
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop19h 40m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 19/7RM 3,784
Sat 19/914:45
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
China Airlines
Sun 11/1001:05
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop21h 20m
China Airlines
Deal found 18/7RM 3,788
Thu 24/914:45
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
China Airlines
Sun 27/901:05
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop21h 20m
China Airlines
Deal found 19/7RM 3,792
Thu 10/914:45
KUL
-
SFO
1 stop20h 45m
China Airlines
Tue 22/901:05
SFO
-
KUL
1 stop21h 20m
China Airlines
Deal found 20/7RM 3,796
Tue 17/1113:00
SZB
-
SFO
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1122:55
SFO
-
SZB
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7RM 5,672

Find flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 3,637

One-way from

RM 1,978

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 4,508
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 8/9-21/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 15m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (RM 1,005 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 229 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 19/9

14:45-19:55

1 stop20h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 11/10

01:05-13:25

1 stop21h 20m

RM 3,788

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 24/9

14:45-19:55

1 stop20h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 27/9

01:05-13:25

1 stop21h 20m

RM 3,792

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 10/9

23:20-10:40

1 stop26h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 23/9

12:50-21:50

1 stop42h 00m

RM 3,968

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 24/9

23:20-10:40

1 stop26h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 28/9

12:50-21:50

1 stop42h 00m

RM 3,980

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 2/9

14:15-14:52

2 stops39h 37m

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

12:05-06:00

2 stops26h 55m

RM 3,997

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 19/8

14:15-19:42

2 stops44h 27m

San Francisco

Sat 29/8

08:45-06:00

2 stops30h 15m

RM 4,005

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 2/10

14:15-22:52

2 stops23h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 17/10

10:05-06:00

2 stops28h 55m

RM 4,038

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 19/8

14:45-20:30

1 stop20h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 24/8

14:36-13:25

2 stops31h 49m

RM 4,226

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 19/9

10:30-16:10

2 stops20h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 11/10

01:10-14:15

1 stop22h 05m

RM 4,377

Kuala LumpurSan Francisco

KUL - SFO

KULSFO

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 2/9

17:20-20:30

1 stop18h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 8/9

00:50-16:10

1 stop24h 20m

RM 4,548

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Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco (average of RM 3,523). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 4,508). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco flights typically cost between RM 3,978 and RM 4,875 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 3,637 on Multiple Airlines (8 Sept–21 Sept).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with STARLUX Airlines,EVA Air, andChina Airlines from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
STARLUX Airlines
8.8
Very Good
Check prices

Comfort

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

8.6

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

8.7

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 14
8.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jun 2026

SEA - TPE

Great value for a coach ticket. Fantastic leg room for a 6’3”” man.
STARLUX Airlines
8.8
Very Good
STARLUX Airlines
8.8
Very Good
Check prices

Comfort

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

8.6

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

8.7

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 14
8.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jun 2026

SEA - TPE

Great value for a coach ticket. Fantastic leg room for a 6’3”” man.
EVA Air
8.5
Very Good
1,502 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
8.8
Very Good
Check prices

Comfort

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

8.6

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

8.7

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 14
8.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jun 2026

SEA - TPE

Great value for a coach ticket. Fantastic leg room for a 6’3”” man.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
838 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
8.8
Very Good
Check prices

Comfort

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

8.6

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

8.7

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 14
8.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jun 2026

SEA - TPE

Great value for a coach ticket. Fantastic leg room for a 6’3”” man.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,578 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
8.8
Very Good
Check prices

Comfort

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

8.6

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

8.7

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 14
8.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jun 2026

SEA - TPE

Great value for a coach ticket. Fantastic leg room for a 6’3”” man.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,425 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
8.8
Very Good
Check prices

Comfort

8.8

Crew

9.1

Food

8.6

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

8.7

Boarding

8.9

Reviews

1 / 14
8.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jun 2026

SEA - TPE

Great value for a coach ticket. Fantastic leg room for a 6’3”” man.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Kuala Lumpur?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 17.7 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco. 7 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Kuala Lumpur on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Kuala Lumpur per day.

  • How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

    Departing from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco will take you 20h 10m. The distance between Kuala Lumpur and San Francisco is about 13626 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 flying from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco is China Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as RM 2,620 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Vietnam Airlines and Singapore Airlines, starting at RM 2,896 and RM 2,910 round-trip. Users have found that China Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco one-way?

    RM 1,557 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on STARLUX Airlines and EVA Air, with prices starting from RM 2,211 and RM 2,313, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco is Singapore.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Masjid Sultan, and Istana are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Masjid Sultan, and Istana can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 15.7 km, and 17.2 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can rent one for about RM 433 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco flights?

    Of the flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Taipei City.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco 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 Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco (average of RM 3,523). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 4,508). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China AirlinesCheapestRM 2,620AverageRM 3,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 2,896AverageRM 3,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 2,910AverageRM 3,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EVA AirCheapestRM 3,320AverageRM 3,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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STARLUX AirlinesCheapestRM 3,534AverageRM 3,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ANACheapestRM 3,539AverageRM 4,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 3,648AverageRM 4,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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