Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Hong Kong (HKG) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Turkish Airlines, Cathay Pacific and ANA are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport from Chicago according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $869.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 22h 57m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Istanbul (IST) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 59m.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is 7 as of July 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,003 to $1,213. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,118.

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10:40 am - 3:45 pm

ORD

KUL

40h 05m

2 stops

10:50 pm - 9:35 pm

KUL

ORD

35h 45m

2 stops

$1,118Japan Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

10:15 am - 3:45 pm

ORD

KUL

40h 30m

2 stops

10:50 pm - 12:30 am

KUL

ORD

38h 40m

2 stops

$1,120Japan Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

4:15 pm - 4:40 pm

ORD

KUL

35h 25m

1 stop

5:40 pm - 11:47 am

KUL

ORD

55h 07m

2 stops

$1,121Cathay Pacific

Sun, Sep 20 - Fri, Sep 25

4:39 pm - 9:50 pm

MDW

KUL

40h 11m

2 stops

11:20 pm - 10:44 pm

KUL

MDW

36h 24m

2 stops

$1,121Delta

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

6:50 pm - 8:25 pm

ORD

KUL

35h 35m

2 stops

9:25 pm - 3:05 pm

KUL

ORD

55h 40m

2 stops

$1,123Oman Air

Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 10

7:30 am - 6:00 am

ORD

KUL

33h 30m

2 stops

8:05 am - 2:50 pm

KUL

ORD

19h 45m

1 stop

$1,124United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28

4:15 pm - 8:55 pm

ORD

KUL

39h 40m

1 stop

5:40 pm - 9:56 pm

KUL

ORD

41h 16m

2 stops

$1,125Cathay Pacific

Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 16

9:20 pm - 12:15 am

ORD

KUL

36h 55m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 7:20 am

KUL

ORD

31h 05m

1 stop

$1,126United Airlines

Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Feb 3

8:15 pm - 8:30 am

ORD

KUL

22h 15m

1 stop

10:10 am - 10:00 am

KUL

ORD

37h 50m

1 stop

$1,127Turkish Airlines

Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 31

4:39 pm - 9:50 pm

MDW

KUL

40h 11m

2 stops

11:20 pm - 10:45 pm

KUL

MDW

36h 25m

2 stops

$1,223Delta

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 16

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United Airlines flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

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Oct 21

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 30m

2 stops

KUL6:00 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 28

KUL8:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

19h 45m

1 stop

ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,124

United Airlines

Jan 4

ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 55m

2 stops

KUL12:15 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Feb 3

KUL2:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,126

United Airlines

Sep 30

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

KUL12:05 amKuala Lumpur Intl

Oct 4

KUL2:15 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

28h 00m

2 stops

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,131

Delta flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

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Sep 1

MDW4:39 pmChicago Midway

40h 11m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 8

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

36h 24m

2 stops

MDW10:44 pmChicago Midway

$1,121

Delta

Sep 6

MDW4:39 pmChicago Midway

40h 11m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 16

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

36h 25m

2 stops

MDW10:45 pmChicago Midway

$1,223

Delta

Jul 28

ORD6:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

38h 15m

2 stops

KUL9:50 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

Sep 2

KUL11:20 pmKuala Lumpur Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

ORD9:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,267

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Wed 10/21

7:30 am-6:00 am

2 stops33h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 10/28

8:05 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$1,124

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ORD - KUL

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Mon 10/5

4:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop39h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 10/16

5:40 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops41h 16m

$1,125

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ORD - KUL

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Mon 1/4

9:20 pm-12:15 am

2 stops36h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 2/3

2:15 pm-7:20 am

1 stop31h 05m

$1,126

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ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/31

8:15 pm-8:30 am

1 stop22h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/31

10:10 am-10:00 am

1 stop37h 50m

$1,127

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MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

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Sun 9/6

4:39 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops40h 11m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 9/16

11:20 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$1,223

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport from Chicago, with most prices found around $876. If you don’t want to visit Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in February, then you should wait until March to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $902.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport for around $1,098 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport from Chicago for as low as $917 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight.

How have Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights are approximately 8% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl by plane?
The distance between Chicago and Kuala Lumpur Intl is about 9292.7 mi. Typically, this will take 21h 15m by plane in normal conditions.
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The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is 7 as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is Cathay Pacific, representing 34% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Turkish Airlines at 24%, ANA at 18%, and United Airlines at 11%.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $803	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,486 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
ANA	PriceFrom $845	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,276 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,024 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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