Flights from San Francisco to Malaysia from USD745*

Passengers flying from San Francisco (SFO) to Malaysia (KUL) can only choose connecting flights with a transit at Ho Chi Minh City. The lowest ticket prices start from USD 309 (**) with flight times over 25 hours (*). Please refer to the detailed information in the article below!

1. Detailed Information on The San Francisco to Malaysia

Detailed information about departure point, destination, transit point, distance, flight time, and frequency for flights from San Francisco to Malaysia:

• Distance: 13,646km (8,479 miles).
• Flight time (*): 28 hours and 35 minutes
• Flight frequency (*): 4 flights/week

Departure Airport

Transit Information

Arrival Airport

Notes:

(*) Flight times may vary due to external factors such as weather, airport conditions, and unforeseen circumstances.

(**) Ticket prices may vary depending on seasonal demand, fuel prices, operating costs, and economic conditions.

2. Transportation Instructions Before and After Your Flight From San Francisco to Malaysia

Before departing from San Francisco to Malaysia, preparing reasonable transportation plans to the departure airport and from the destination airport to the city center will make your journey more convenient, economical, and comfortable. Below are some transportation suggestions you can refer to.

2.1. How to Get to the San Francisco Airport?

2.2. Instructions to Reach the City Center from Kuala Lumpur Airport

3. 04 Tips for Flying From San Francisco to Malaysia

To make your flight from San Francisco to Malaysia smooth and cost-effective, you can refer to these four tips below.

3.1. Find The Best Deal on the Vietnam Airlines Website

You can apply some of the following methods to find good flight deals on Vietnam Airlines' website:

• Book your tickets 2 to 3 months early: This increases your chances of getting lower fares and choosing your preferred seats, especially during peak travel periods or holidays.
• Group booking: If booking for groups of 4 or more people, you can receive up to a 10% discount on ticket prices.
• Follow Website and Fanpage: This helps you quickly update exclusive promotional programs such as: discount codes, flash sales, "book early, get good prices" programs, holiday promotions, so you don't miss cheap tickets and have more time to prepare your journey.
• Become a Lotusmiles member: You can receive privileges according to card level, such as: check-in and baggage collection through SkyPriority lanes (Silver level and above), free additional baggage and business lounge access (Gold level and above), additional 50% reward miles and Platinum card gift for relatives (Million Miler level) and many other privileges.

You receive many attractive privileges when becoming a Golden Lotus member of Vietnam Airlines (Source: Internet)

3.2. Arrive at San Francisco Airport Early

Arrive at San Francisco Airport at least 3 hours before your flight to ensure a smooth departure. This extra time allows you to complete check-in, security checks, and passport procedures without stress. It also gives room to handle unexpected delays or issues, ensuring you board your flight on time and start your journey without unnecessary pressure.

3.3. Familiarize Yourself with Transit Regulations

Familiarize yourself with transit rules: For flights from San Francisco to Malaysia transiting at Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN), no visa is needed if you stay within the airport for under 24 hours. However, if your layover exceeds 24 hours or you leave the transit area, a transit visa is required.

3.4. Prepare for In-Flight Comfort

To have a comfortable experience on the long flight from San Francisco to Malaysia, you can bring items such as neck pillows, thin blankets, eye masks, earplugs, or noise-canceling headphones to help you rest better. Additionally, you should wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a light jacket to keep warm on the plane.

4. Must-See Destinations to Explore After Landing in Malaysia

Below is a comprehensive table of 8 outstanding tourist destinations in Malaysia, each with a brief introduction. The table helps you easily grasp basic information and typical characteristics of each destination.

The Petronas Towers are the symbol of Kuala Lumpur (Source: Internet)

5. Frequently Asked Questions about The Flight From San Francisco to Malaysia

Below are answers to some questions related to flights from San Francisco to Malaysia with Vietnam Airlines.

5.1. Are There Direct Flights From San Francisco to Malaysia?

Currently, Vietnam Airlines does not have direct flights from San Francisco to Malaysia; all flights transit at Ho Chi Minh City. You should update information about transit regulations in Vietnam for a smooth flight.

5.2. What Is The Best Time to Visit Malaysia?

Malaysia has a tropical climate year-round; however, the ideal time to visit is from May to September, when the weather is drier and cooler. The rainy season from October to March has fewer tourists, so you can choose to fly during this time for better prices compared to peak tourist season flights.

5.3. How Long Does It Take to Fly From San Francisco to Malaysia?

Minimum flight time is 28 hours and 35 minutes, including transit time. You should prepare some necessary personal items such as eye masks, neck pillows, etc., and wear comfortable clothing to avoid fatigue during the long flight.

The above is all the information you need about flights from San Francisco to Malaysia, including schedules and ticket prices. If you are ready to book tickets or need additional support, please contact us for detailed guidance. Start your next journey with Vietnam Airlines and enjoy top-class comfort from takeoff to landing. For global support, you can call the hotline (+84-24) 3832 0320.