Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Malaysia and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 13,634 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 18 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include KUL and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 13,634 km
- Typical duration
- about 18 hours
- Origin codes
- KUL
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco
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Route overview
Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between Malaysia and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are KUL and SFO. Related codes: KUL → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 13,634 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 18 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Kuala Lumpur airports and metro codes: KUL.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur, other destinations from Kuala Lumpur, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco typically take about 18 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Kuala Lumpur and San Francisco is approximately 13,634 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?
Kuala Lumpur is commonly searched with code KUL (related: KUL). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Kuala Lumpur. Distance is the same great-circle measure (13,634 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Kuala Lumpur to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur) with United States (San Francisco).
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