What airlines fly to Kuala Lumpur?

Turkish Airlines, ANA and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur from Chicago according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kuala Lumpur. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

Air India and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

As of January 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The required travel and health documents for your Kuala Lumpur trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kuala Lumpur. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:20 pm - 8:25 am

ORD

KUL

22h 05m1 stop

4:25 am - 6:25 pm

KUL

ORD

28h 00m1 stop

$781Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Mon, Mar 2

8:20 pm - 6:15 am

ORD

KUL

43h 55m1 stop

4:25 am - 10:05 am

KUL

ORD

43h 40m1 stop

$785Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Mon, Mar 2

8:20 pm - 6:15 am

ORD

KUL

43h 55m1 stop

4:25 am - 6:25 pm

KUL

ORD

28h 00m1 stop

$790Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 9

8:20 pm - 6:15 am

ORD

KUL

43h 55m1 stop

4:25 am - 6:25 pm

KUL

ORD

28h 00m1 stop

$791Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 25

11:50 am - 6:15 am

ORD

KUL

28h 25m1 stop

10:05 am - 10:05 am

KUL

ORD

38h 00m1 stop

$796Turkish Airlines

Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

1:30 pm - 10:00 pm

ORD

KUL

42h 30m1 stop

11:00 pm - 11:30 am

KUL

ORD

50h 30m2 stops

$813Air India

Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 6

10:48 am - 10:25 pm

MDW

KUL

45h 37m2 stops

11:55 pm - 10:22 pm

KUL

MDW

36h 27m2 stops

$877Delta

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

5:31 pm - 9:50 pm

MDW

KUL

39h 19m2 stops

11:10 pm - 10:29 pm

KUL

MDW

36h 19m2 stops

$1,102Delta

Wed, Apr 22 - Thu, Apr 30

11:10 am - 1:25 pm

MDW

KUL

36h 15m3 stops

2:35 pm - 5:00 am

KUL

MDW

28h 25m2 stops

$1,249Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

2:10 pm - 1:25 pm

MDW

KUL

33h 15m2 stops

2:35 pm - 9:15 pm

KUL

MDW

44h 40m2 stops

$1,343Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 17

Etihad Airways flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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Etihad Airways

Mar 1

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 55m

1 stop

KUL8:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Mar 16

KUL9:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$821

Etihad Airways

Jan 21

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

40h 25m

1 stop

KUL7:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Jan 28

KUL9:35 amKuala Lumpur Intl

36h 00m

1 stop

ORD7:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$840

Etihad Airways

Feb 2

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

40h 25m

1 stop

KUL7:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Feb 18

KUL9:40 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

ORD7:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$870

United Airlines flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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United Airlines

Jan 14

ORD4:16 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 04m

2 stops

KUL10:20 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Feb 8

KUL2:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$872

United Airlines

Apr 4

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 30m

2 stops

KUL10:15 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Apr 20

KUL4:35 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

27h 32m

2 stops

ORD7:07 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$879

United Airlines

Feb 4

ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 45m

1 stop

KUL12:15 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Feb 16

KUL8:30 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

34h 32m

2 stops

ORD5:02 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$880

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ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

8:20 pm-8:25 am

1 stop22h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/2

4:25 am-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$781

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

8:20 pm-6:15 am

1 stop43h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/2

4:25 am-10:05 am

1 stop43h 40m

$785

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

8:20 pm-6:15 am

1 stop43h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/9

4:25 am-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$790

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

8:20 pm-6:15 am

1 stop43h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 2/25

4:25 am-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$791

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

11:50 am-6:15 am

1 stop28h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 2/11

10:05 am-10:05 am

1 stop38h 00m

$796

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

1:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 3/6

11:00 pm-11:30 am

2 stops50h 30m

$813

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/27

10:48 am-10:25 pm

2 stops45h 37m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 2/3

11:55 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops36h 27m

$877

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/22

5:31 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops39h 19m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 4/30

11:10 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops36h 19m

$1,102

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/27

11:10 am-1:25 pm

3 stops36h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 2/3

2:35 pm-5:00 am

2 stops28h 25m

$1,249

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/2

2:10 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 2/17

2:35 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$1,343

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $838. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from Chicago during November instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in November, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $853.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kuala Lumpur?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kuala Lumpur for around $1,059 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kuala Lumpur from Chicago for as low as $834 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 15m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur takes 22h 15m

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How far is Chicago to Kuala Lumpur by plane?
There are 9265.5 mi between Chicago and Kuala Lumpur. By plane, this route typically takes 22h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?
As of January 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?
The required travel and health documents for your Kuala Lumpur trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kuala Lumpur. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $662	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,124 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $677	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,060 reviews	Search ANA flights
Air India	PriceFrom $690	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,974 reviews	Search Air India flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $744	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,139 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $790	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,150 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $829	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,188 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $840	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,360 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,066	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,701 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,104	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,314 reviews	Search EVA Air flights

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