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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 988
Typical prices: C$ 932-C$ 1,432
China Eastern
Sat 10/11Mon 12/11
LAX - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 517
Typical prices: C$ 493-C$ 905
Singapore Airlines
Wed 7/2
LAX - KUL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Los Angeles and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
August
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Top layover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 976 (round-trip)
Tokyo Narita (NRT)
Shortest trip • 20h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl (LAX-KUL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue, 10 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
China Eastern Logo
11:30 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
35h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
12:15 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
C$ 988China Eastern
Tue, 10 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
China Eastern Logo
11:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
35h 15m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
12:15 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
C$ 999China Eastern
Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Korean Air Logo
11:00 a.m. - 10:25 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
43h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:55 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
C$ 1,107Korean Air
Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:30 a.m. - 6:45 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
United Airlines Logo
2:15 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
19h 35m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
C$ 1,110United Airlines
Sun, 24 Jan - Wed, 31 Mar
Korean Air Logo
6:00 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
36h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:20 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
25h 20m1 stop Incheon Intl
C$ 1,111Korean Air
Sun, 24 Jan - Wed, 31 Mar
Korean Air Logo
3:40 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
38h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:20 p.m. - 9:40 a.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
25h 20m1 stop Incheon Intl
C$ 1,113Korean Air
Sat, 3 Oct - Thu, 3 Dec
United Airlines Logo
12:45 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 20m1 stop Tokyo Narita
United Airlines Logo
2:15 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
19h 35m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
C$ 1,114United Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Korean Air Logo
7:10 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
35h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:55 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
24h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
C$ 1,116Korean Air
Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 3 Dec
United Airlines Logo
8:30 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
30h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Haneda
United Airlines Logo
2:15 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
19h 35m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
C$ 1,117United Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
United Airlines Logo
8:15 a.m. - 6:45 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
30h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Tokyo Haneda
United Airlines Logo
8:05 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-LAX Los Angeles
17h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
C$ 1,118United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport start at C$ 988. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 932 to C$ 1,432. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 988 on China Eastern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

  • January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport at C$ 927 round-trip.
  • December (C$ 1,905) and June (C$ 1,563) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 105% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 517
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which nearby towns can I visit after landing at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)?

    Upon landing at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), remember that this establishment serves other towns in the neighborhood. As soon as you land, you can explore destinations such as Jenjarom, Petaling Jaya, Shah Alam, Ampang, Tanjong, and Klang, all within an hour’s drive from KUL.

  • Are there accessible services on flights between Los Angeles and Kuala Lumpur?

    Major airlines flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) provide accessible services to travelers with mobility challenges and disabilities. As you depart from LAX, friendly airport staff can provide cab-to-craft assistance. Upon landing at KUL, dedicated personnel guides you as you deplane. Furthermore, you can request a wheelchair at least 48 hours before traveling.

  • Are pets allowed on flights between Los Angeles and Kuala Lumpur?

    Several airlines, including American Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Philippines Airlines, and China Airlines, allow pets such as cats and dogs into the cabin. You will likely be asked to present their recent medical and health records and restrain them in their cabins throughout the journey.

  • Which airlines offer seat upgrades between Los Angeles and Kuala Lumpur?

    Most airlines operating between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) offer seat upgrades. Therefore, if you want to move from the economy to business or first class, wait for the announcements during booking, checking in, or entering the boarding gate.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 997 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,309, a difference of C$ 311. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are KLCC Park, Petronas Towers, and Bukit Bintang Monorail Station. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 19% above the route average of C$ 1,106. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 22,778 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 573, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 04m, compared with 20h 21m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 21h 24m via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Malaysia Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL)?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Paradise
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • SEIYON Rent a Car
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport range from C$ 932 to C$ 1,432, with an average of C$ 1,106 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 932 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 997 – about C$ 311 less than Saturday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 927 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 978 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • Buses, trams, taxis, and private shuttles are possible transportation options from downtown Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). LAX FlyAway operates buses along this route, departing every 30 minutes and reaching the terminals in about 1 h. However, if you are hurrying to catch a flight, a taxi will arrive in under 22 minutes.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a hub for United, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. The facility is also a focus city for Southwest Airlines, Qantas, Norwegian Airlines, Allegiant Air, and Air New Zealand. Flying aboard these carriers guarantees accelerated services at the security counters and excellent amenities like carpeted floors.
  • Major airlines operating from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) cater to the needs of every family member. For instance, United, American, and Alaska Airlines feature comfortable seats with extra legroom, children’s menus, and kid-friendly entertainment for everyone to enjoy.
  • Flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) entail long-haul journeys, so it might be prudent to travel business or first class. These cabins guarantee exclusive comfort, relaxation, and diverse food and drink menus. Still, the crew will provide bedding, pillows, and blankets for spreading on your lie-flat seat. You can thus enjoy a nap during your voyage.
  • When flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) on one-stop flights, you will transit via various destinations, depending on the carrier. Popular layovers along this route include Tokyo (HND), Doha (DOH), Taipei (TPE), San Francisco, Guangzhou (CAN), Singapore (SIN), Zurich (ZRH), and Bangkok (BKK).

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