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Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

September 9 - September 22

Cheapest

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,111

$906

Round trip

September 8 - September 22

Cheapest

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,112

$906

Round trip

September 1 - September 27

Earliest

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,086

$908

Round trip

September 15 - September 30

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,117

$920

Round trip

September 9 - September 30

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,106

$923

Round trip

September 1 - September 22

Earliest

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,086

$923

Round trip

September 1 - September 15

Earliest

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,092

$924

Round trip

September 1 - September 8

Earliest

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,131

$942

Round trip

October 6 - October 19

Best

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,180

$947

Round trip

September 1 - September 24

Earliest

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

$1,086

$949

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

Fares for cheap flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur typically range from $1337–$1761, with a median price of $1524. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a favorable time for booking. However, only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur, August stands out with a median fare of $616. Following closely are March, with a median of $629, and November, where the median fare is $643. These months offer the most competitive pricing for this route.
A typical journey from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur takes approximately 58h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a substantial distance. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, and the median number of stopovers for connecting flights is 2, the total travel time reflects the need for multiple legs to reach the destination.
The distance between Chicago and Kuala Lumpur is approximately 14948 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route. Due to the significant distance, there are no direct flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur; all itineraries require at least one connection. New deals for this route are infrequent, appearing only occasionally, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: $960 - $1,744

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur is $960 to $1744. The current lowest deal is $905 with Cathay Pacific, for travel from Sep 9-Sep 22.

now $905

Low $960

High $1,744

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur is August, with a median price of $616. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1704. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $616

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,704

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Direct flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

All Nippon Airways

Chicago (ORD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

All Nippon Airways

$1,421

$1,396

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

United Airlines

Chicago (ORD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

United Airlines

$1,296

$1,519

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

Japan Airlines

Chicago (ORD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Japan Airlines

$1,277

$1,504

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

Korean Air

Chicago (ORD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Korean Air

$1,201

$1,594

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

All Nippon Airways

Chicago (ORD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

All Nippon Airways

$1,152

$1,706

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Kuala Lumpur

Japan Airlines

Chicago (ORD) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Japan Airlines

$1,172

$1,312

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,446  →  $1,071

26%

15 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 16

$1,451  →  $1,120

23%

13 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 19

$1,180  →  $947

20%

14 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 22

$1,112  →  $906

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

Chicago - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur are below the typical level, starting at $905.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August offers the lowest median prices at $616 for Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul journey

Flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur typically take 58h 10m with two or more stops.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

This route is connecting dominant; direct flights are not available from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.

🏆 Airline highlight

Cathay Pacific offers competitive deals

Cathay Pacific has offered deals for connecting flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur are rare, appearing about 0.13 times daily.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers flights to Kuala Lumpur, with prices from $906, making it a good value option.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$906

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport is an alternative for flights to Kuala Lumpur, with prices from $1127.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$1127

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport is another option for flights to Kuala Lumpur, with prices from $1636.

📍 ~120 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1636

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$905

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport offers an alternative arrival point for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1257

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Singapore Changi (SIN)

Cheapest

Consider Singapore Changi for its extensive global flight network, despite requiring an international border crossing.

📍 ~300 km from Kuala Lumpur (reachable by bus or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~$882

Penang International (PEN)

Penang International is a major regional hub in northern Malaysia with good domestic and Asian routes.

📍 ~290 km from Kuala Lumpur (approximately 4 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$1111

Senai International (JHB)

Senai International is the primary airport for southern Malaysia, offering domestic and some regional flights.

📍 ~290 km from Kuala Lumpur

💸 Flights from ~$1104

Sultan Azlan Shah (IPH)

Sultan Azlan Shah is geographically closer than Penang and convenient for domestic connections.

📍 ~180 km from Kuala Lumpur

💸 Flights from ~$1187

Malacca International (MKZ)

Malacca International is the closest geographic candidate, but has a very limited commercial flight schedule.

📍 ~120 km from Kuala Lumpur

💸 Flights from ~$1288

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites. Setting up price alerts can also help you monitor fare changes. Looking into flights with layovers may also present more economical options.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might sometimes be more favorable than weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options and prices. While it may add to travel time, flying into or out of a smaller airport could potentially offer savings. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation.