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Cheap flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu from $1,395

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4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
ORD
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BKI
35h 45m
2 stops
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10:20 pm - 1:55 pm
BKI
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ORD
28h 35m
2 stops
$1,395Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Oct 4
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4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
ORD
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BKI
35h 45m
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10:20 pm - 1:55 pm
BKI
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ORD
28h 35m
2 stops
$1,430Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Oct 4
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12:30 am - 11:40 pm
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BKI
34h 10m
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4:50 pm - 8:45 pm
BKI
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ORD
64h 55m
2 stops
$1,433Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Oct 4
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8:10 pm - 4:00 pm
ORD
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BKI
30h 50m
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4:50 pm - 9:40 am
BKI
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ORD
53h 50m
2 stops
$1,580Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 29 - Mon, Jul 13
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8:35 pm - 10:15 pm
ORD
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BKI
36h 40m
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11:00 am - 3:45 pm
BKI
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ORD
41h 45m
2 stops
$1,590Emirates
Fri, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 22
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4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
ORD
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BKI
35h 45m
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1:15 am - 1:55 pm
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ORD
25h 40m
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$1,710Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3
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BKI
35h 45m
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1:15 am - 1:55 pm
BKI
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ORD
25h 40m
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$1,728Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3
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4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
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BKI
35h 45m
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1:15 am - 1:55 pm
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ORD
25h 40m
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$1,733Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3
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26h 30m
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46h 40m
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$1,753Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 29 - Tue, Jul 7
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1:15 am - 1:55 pm
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ORD
25h 40m
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$1,792Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3

Emirates flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu

Our best Emirates deals on Chicago to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
Emirates
Sep 18
ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
36h 40m
2 stops
BKI10:15 pmKota Kinabalu
Sep 22
BKI11:00 amKota Kinabalu
41h 45m
2 stops
ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,590
Emirates
May 27
ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
60h 40m
2 stops
BKI10:15 pmKota Kinabalu
Jun 11
BKI1:00 pmKota Kinabalu
39h 45m
2 stops
ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$2,334
Emirates
May 23
ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
36h 40m
2 stops
BKI10:15 pmKota Kinabalu
Jun 11
BKI11:00 amKota Kinabalu
41h 45m
2 stops
ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$2,412

China Southern flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu

Our best China Southern deals on Chicago to Kota Kinabalu flight tickets
China Southern
Sep 20
ORD5:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 37m
2 stops
BKI6:20 pmKota Kinabalu
Oct 4
BKI7:20 pmKota Kinabalu
47h 45m
3 stops
ORD6:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,968
China Southern
Sep 20
ORD5:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 37m
2 stops
BKI6:20 pmKota Kinabalu
Oct 4
BKI7:20 pmKota Kinabalu
47h 45m
3 stops
ORD6:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,980

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ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

4:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

10:20 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,395

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

4:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

10:20 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,430

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

12:30 am-11:40 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/4

4:50 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops64h 55m

$1,433

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/29

8:10 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/13

4:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops53h 50m

$1,580

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/18

8:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops36h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 9/22

11:00 am-3:45 pm

2 stops41h 45m

$1,590
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

4:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/3

1:15 am-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,710

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

4:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/3

1:15 am-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,728

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

4:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/3

1:15 am-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,733

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/29

12:30 am-4:00 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 7/7

11:30 am-9:10 pm

2 stops46h 40m

$1,753

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

4:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/3

1:15 am-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,792

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Fastest flight time

35h 45m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu takes 35h 45m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu

  • How far is Chicago to Kota Kinabalu by plane?

    Kota Kinabalu is 8802.5 mi away from Chicago. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 35h 45m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu Airport were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kota Kinabalu Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kota Kinabalu Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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