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Cheapest round-trip
$850
Typical prices: $939-$1,462
Turkish Airlines
Thu 2/1Thu 2/22
ORD - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$440
Typical prices: $533-$947
Cathay Pacific
Thu 1/18
ORD - KUL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Kuala Lumpur. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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ORD - KUL
Cheapest • 27% average savings
ORD - SZB
Most popular
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 24% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,056 (round-trip)
Tokyo Narita (NRT)
Shortest trip • 22h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur (CHI-KUL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 22
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11:45 am - 6:35 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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11:45 pm - 6:20 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$850Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Mar 1
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11:45 am - 6:35 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
28h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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8:15 am - 10:00 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 45m1 stop Istanbul
$850Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 21
ANA Logo
4:25 pm - 6:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
24h 20m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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8:05 am - 1:50 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$850ANA
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Mar 2
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4:25 pm - 6:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
24h 20m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
2:15 pm - 3:10 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 55m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$860ANA
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Korean Air Logo
11:10 am - 10:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
45h 15m1 stop Incheon Intl
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11:55 pm - 8:30 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
$860Korean Air
Mon, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 28
Korean Air Logo
11:10 am - 10:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
45h 15m1 stop Incheon Intl
Korean Air Logo
11:55 pm - 8:30 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
$870Korean Air
Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 24
United Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 6:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
24h 20m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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2:15 pm - 3:10 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 55m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$871United Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 24
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4:25 pm - 6:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
24h 20m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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2:15 pm - 7:20 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$871United Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Mar 1
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
49h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Incheon Intl
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11:55 pm - 9:53 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 58m2 stops Incheon Intl Salt Lake City
$881Delta
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 24
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7:59 pm - 10:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
36h 26m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Incheon Intl
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11:55 pm - 11:46 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 51m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$881Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Kuala Lumpur flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur typically range from $939 to $1,462. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $850, on Turkish Airlines.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Kuala Lumpur flight route?

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) is the cheapest Chicago to Kuala Lumpur route, averaging $1,177 round-trip. Other Chicago to Kuala Lumpur routes average $2,053, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur at $890 round-trip.
•December ($1,712) and June ($1,529) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chicago to Kuala Lumpur flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$440
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

When to book flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur takes 00m, covering 9,265 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

    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 much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Kuala Lumpur flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur range from $939 to $1,462, with an average of $1,178 over the past 12 months. Anything below $939 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $1,178 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $450, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Kuala Lumpur?

    Since Kuala Lumpur is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Kuala Lumpur Subang Airport (SZB) — daily rates averaging $44:

    • Suria Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Agtran
    • Thrifty

    Near Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) — daily rates averaging $34:

    • Paradise
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • Europcar
    • SEIYON Rent a Car
    • R&R Rent A Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

    Flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD), with arrivals available at Kuala Lumpur area airports such as Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and Kuala Lumpur Subang (SZB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,047 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,325, a difference of $278.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

    Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 17m, compared with 22h 50m via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) and 24h 49m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and Kuala Lumpur?

    Kuala Lumpur is 13 hours ahead of Chicago (Malaysia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kuala Lumpur are KLCC Park, Petronas Towers and Sunway Lagoon Theme Park. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Kuala Lumpur 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,047, about $278 less than Friday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Kuala Lumpur trip for February. Fares historically average $890 round-trip in that month - typically $822 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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