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Cheap flights from Illinois to Kota Kinabalu from $1,397

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Japan Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 10:20 pmORD-BKI
45h 45m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 1:45 pmBKI-ORD
33h 45m2 stops
$1,397Japan Airlines
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Sat, Jan 24 - Tue, Jan 27
Emirates Logo
7:45 pm - 10:00 amORD-BKI
48h 15m2 stops
Emirates Logo
11:00 am - 3:45 pmBKI-ORD
65h 45m2 stops
$1,535Emirates
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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 10:15 pmORD-BKI
35h 55m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 10:05 amBKI-ORD
37h 05m2 stops
$8,697Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 10:15 pmORD-BKI
44h 25m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 10:05 amBKI-ORD
31h 35m2 stops
$8,698Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 3
China Southern Logo
3:13 pm - 6:00 pmORD-BKI
36h 47m2 stops
China Southern Logo
1:45 am - 5:07 amBKI-ORD
41h 22m2 stops
$10,805China Southern
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Sat, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 2
Korean Air Logo
11:15 am - 12:10 amORD-BKI
22h 55m1 stop
Korean Air Logo
1:10 am - 12:02 amBKI-ORD
36h 52m2 stops
$14,970Korean Air
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Sat, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 5:05 pmORD-BKI
36h 30m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 12:55 pmBKI-ORD
25h 25m1 stop
$16,150Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 2
Korean Air Logo
5:30 am - 12:10 amORD-BKI
28h 40m2 stops
Korean Air Logo
1:10 am - 12:02 amBKI-ORD
36h 52m2 stops
$19,014Korean Air
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Sat, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 2

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2025.
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ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

10:35 am-10:20 pm

2 stops45h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 1/27

6:00 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,397

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

7:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops48h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/9

11:00 am-3:45 pm

2 stops65h 45m

$1,535

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/20

8:20 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 1/3

11:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops37h 05m

$8,697

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/20

11:50 am-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 1/3

4:30 pm-10:05 am

2 stops31h 35m

$8,698

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/20

3:13 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops36h 47m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/2

1:45 am-5:07 am

2 stops41h 22m

$10,805

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/20

11:15 am-12:10 am

1 stop22h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/2

1:10 am-12:02 am

2 stops36h 52m

$14,970

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/20

2:35 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/2

1:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$16,150

ChicagoKota Kinabalu

ORD - BKI

ORDBKI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/20

5:30 am-12:10 am

2 stops28h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 1/2

1:10 am-12:02 am

2 stops36h 52m

$19,014

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Illinois. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,690. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Illinois to Kota Kinabalu on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,783. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Illinois to Kota Kinabalu in the morning for as low as $1,690. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Kota Kinabalu are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,783. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

    Prices for flights from Illinois to Kota Kinabalu Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    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 Illinois 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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