Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago from RM 2,166

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — CHI
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago are usually found in November or October, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Fri 19/1217:50KUL - ORD
1 stop33h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 28/1214:35ORD - KUL
1 stop32h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/12RM 6,537
Fri 19/1213:35KUL - ORD
2 stops39h 06mAir Canada
Sun 28/1215:40ORD - KUL
2 stops54h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 16/12RM 6,717
Fri 19/1206:10KUL - ORD
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1213:30ORD - KUL
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12RM 6,930
Fri 19/1223:05KUL - ORD
3 stops46h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/1209:45ORD - KUL
2 stops41h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/12RM 11,200
Fri 19/1223:20KUL - ORD
2 stops32h 31mBritish Airways
Sun 28/1220:20ORD - KUL
2 stops31h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12RM 23,882

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 3,890

One-way from

RM 2,166

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 5,079
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 1/2-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 15m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Chicago
4/3
  • 4/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 06m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (RM 920 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 252 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Departure

Return

Price

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - ORD

KULORD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 24/1

04:25-18:25

1 stop28h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/1

20:20-08:25

1 stop22h 05m

RM 4,078

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - ORD

KULORD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/5

09:50-18:15

1 stop45h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 15/5

11:25-17:15

1 stop40h 50m

RM 4,188

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - ORD

KULORD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 15/1

07:15-19:35

2 stops26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 22/1

14:35-16:50

1 stop36h 15m

RM 4,883

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - ORD

KULORD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 15/1

07:15-19:35

2 stops26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/1

13:10-06:55

2 stops27h 45m

RM 4,997

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - ORD

KULORD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 30/1

20:30-19:50

2 stops37h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/2

18:29-10:20

2 stops25h 51m

RM 5,034

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - ORD

KULORD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 13/1

08:05-20:25

2 stops26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/1

06:47-00:15

2 stops27h 28m

RM 5,067

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - ORD

KULORD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 23/4

10:15-15:45

1 stop42h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/5

20:35-08:40

1 stop23h 05m

RM 5,091

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - ORD

KULORD

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 23/4

07:15-14:43

2 stops44h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/5

15:40-10:10

2 stops29h 30m

RM 5,156

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - MDW

KULMDW

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 30/1

12:55-12:00

2 stops37h 05m

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/2

08:05-11:45

2 stops37h 40m

RM 5,422

Kuala LumpurChicago

KUL - MDW

KULMDW

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 29/1

23:55-11:59

2 stops26h 04m

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/2

19:16-22:25

2 stops37h 09m

RM 6,051

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago (average of RM 3,032). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 4,286). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KUL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

When flying from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 18 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, ANA, andEmirates from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.
8.4
Very Good

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.

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  • How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago?

    Departing from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago will take you 26h 04m. The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Chicago is about 14962 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago is Malaysia Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as RM 3,032 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Turkish Airlines, starting at RM 3,577 and RM 3,929 round-trip. Malaysia Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago (average of RM 3,032). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 4,286). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 3,032AverageRM 4,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestRM 3,577AverageRM 4,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestRM 3,929AverageRM 4,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EVA AirCheapestRM 4,143AverageRM 4,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestRM 4,364AverageRM 4,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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ANACheapestRM 4,429AverageRM 4,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapestRM 4,588AverageRM 4,983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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