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

Cathay Pacific and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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 40% 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.

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.

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As of May 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.

$598 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Kuala Lumpur?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,393 to $1,040. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,200.

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4:00 pm - 4:40 pm

ORD

KUL

35h 40m

1 stop

5:40 pm - 2:20 pm

KUL

ORD

33h 40m

1 stop

$1,200Cathay Pacific

Fri, Jun 19 - Wed, Jun 24

4:00 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

KUL

31h 05m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 2:20 pm

KUL

ORD

38h 10m

1 stop

$1,201Cathay Pacific

Thu, Jun 18 - Fri, Jul 3

4:15 pm - 4:40 pm

ORD

KUL

35h 25m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 2:20 pm

KUL

ORD

38h 10m

1 stop

$1,225Cathay Pacific

Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 24

4:15 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

KUL

30h 50m

1 stop

2:45 am - 1:55 pm

KUL

ORD

24h 10m

1 stop

$1,226Cathay Pacific

Wed, May 27 - Mon, Jun 8

4:00 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

KUL

31h 05m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 2:20 pm

KUL

ORD

38h 10m

1 stop

$1,264Cathay Pacific

Thu, Jun 18 - Fri, Jul 3

2:00 pm - 7:25 am

ORD

KUL

28h 25m

2 stops

7:35 pm - 3:40 pm

KUL

ORD

33h 05m

2 stops

$1,272Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 28

8:10 pm - 8:10 am

ORD

KUL

23h 00m

1 stop

11:25 pm - 9:40 am

KUL

ORD

95h 15m

1 stop

$1,321Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jul 1 - Fri, Jul 10

6:25 pm - 1:25 pm

MDW

KUL

30h 00m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 5:05 am

KUL

MDW

27h 20m

2 stops

$1,484Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Sep 15

5:11 pm - 3:40 pm

MDW

KUL

33h 29m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 3:40 pm

KUL

MDW

28h 45m

2 stops

$1,892KLM

Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 28

6:36 pm - 3:40 pm

MDW

KUL

56h 04m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 3:40 pm

KUL

MDW

28h 45m

2 stops

$1,899KLM

Mon, Jun 1 - Sun, Jun 28

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 15

ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

KUL8:10 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 18

KUL9:50 amKuala Lumpur Intl

36h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,262

Turkish Airlines

Jul 1

ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

KUL8:10 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Jul 10

KUL11:25 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

95h 15m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,321

Turkish Airlines

Jun 30

ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

KUL8:10 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Jul 22

KUL9:50 amKuala Lumpur Intl

36h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,345

Etihad Airways flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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Etihad Airways

Jul 29

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 25m

1 stop

KUL8:25 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Aug 13

KUL9:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,330

Etihad Airways

Aug 1

ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 35m

1 stop

KUL7:45 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Aug 29

KUL9:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 40m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,354

Etihad Airways

Jul 26

ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

KUL8:25 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Aug 9

KUL9:55 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 40m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,369

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ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/19

4:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop35h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/24

5:40 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$1,200

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/18

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 7/3

1:10 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$1,201

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

4:15 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop35h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/24

1:10 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$1,225

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ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

4:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 6/8

2:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$1,226

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/18

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 7/3

1:10 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$1,264

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/14

2:00 pm-7:25 am

2 stops28h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 8/28

7:35 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$1,272

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/1

8:10 pm-8:10 am

1 stop23h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 7/10

11:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop95h 15m

$1,321

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/15

6:25 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/15

2:45 pm-5:05 am

2 stops27h 20m

$1,484

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/14

5:11 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops33h 29m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 6/28

11:55 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,892

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/1

6:36 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops56h 04m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 6/28

11:55 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,899

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Kuala Lumpur?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

In general, August 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 $394. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Kuala Lumpur from Chicago during April instead. Flights to Kuala Lumpur in April, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $441.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 $1,042 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 $757 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur takes 22h 05m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur

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 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur?
As of May 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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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $662	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,334 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $677	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,211 reviews	Search ANA flights
Air India	PriceFrom $692	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,957 reviews	Search Air India flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $731	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,731 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $796	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,378 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $803	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,438 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $815	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,217 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,084	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,453 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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