RM 2,096 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Malaysia

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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur1 stopRM 3,275
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu2 stopsRM 4,489
Penang
Penang2 stopsRM 3,770
Miri
Miri2 stopsRM 3,860

Good to know

Low season

July

High season

June

Cheapest flight

RM 2,096
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 39% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Kuala Lumpur Airport

FAQs - booking Malaysia flights

  • Will I get Asian meals while flying from Chicago to Malaysia?

    If you book your tickets with Malaysian Airlines, you can opt for Asian meals. They serve a variety of South Asian meals, including Malaysian delicacies. You can also opt for special meals such as low-calorie, vegan, low-salt, and kid-friendly menus.

  • How can I fly sustainably from Chicago to Malaysia?

    The best way to fly sustainably is to pack light and pick a flight with the least number of layovers. All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, and United Airlines have one-stop flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. With low-emission fuel and lighter aircraft, Japan Airlines is one of the most sustainable flights on this route.

  • Do I need a visa to fly from Chicago to Malaysia?

    You don’t need a visa to travel to Malaysia if you're a US citizen. You can stay there for up to 90 days with a valid American passport. Furthermore, you must show proof of stay and return tickets at the immigration counter. For more than 90 days, you will have to apply for an e-visa with the necessary documents.

  • How can I fly with my pet from Chicago to Malaysia?

    You can take your furry friends along with you on your vacation. Fly with Air Canada, where small pets are allowed inside the cabin with the passengers and the larger ones must be transported in cargo at an additional charge. Make sure your cats and dogs are leashed all the time and are small enough to move and sit under the seat in front of you. All you have to do is book them 48 hours before taking off.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Malaysia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Malaysia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Malaysia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to Malaysia is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Malaysia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Chicago to Malaysia with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Malaysia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Chicago to Malaysia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Malaysia

  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be June, July and August. The cheapest month to fly from Chicago is January.
  • Morning departure is around 3% more expensive than an evening flight, on average*.
  • Those planning a Malaysian holiday should fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). This airport is a hub for Malaysian Airlines and Air Asia Malaysia. These two airlines connect Kuala Lumpur to the small airports of Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur is only a three-hour flight from Changi Airport in Singapore, so you can explore both countries.
  • From Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), all Nippon Airways flights to Kuala Lumpur International Airport have one stop on the way. The airlines offer in-flight internet and power/USB outlets and serve various meals. It is better to upgrade your tickets to the premium economy to fly comfortably on this long flight.
  • If you want to visit Redang Island, you should fly into Kuala Terengganu Airport (TGG), a short ferry ride from the islands. You can take Malaysian Airlines from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Air Asia connects both airports with an hour-long flight.
  • You can unwind at the Admirals Club at Chicago O'Hare International Airport when you fly with American Airlines. They provide free access to the business class ticket holders. The lounge serves hot meals along with a variety of drinks. You will find desks, free Wi-Fi, and reclining chairs in the lounge to relax before boarding the long flight.
  • If you want to explore the Langkawi Islands, you should take a flight to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and book a flight to Langkawi International Airport (LGK). You can fly with American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, or Malaysian Airlines to Kuala Lumpur and take an Air Asia flight for your onward journey.
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*Average of the lowest prices shown in KAYAK’s search results for departures within the next 30 days

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Recent return flight deals

3/3Mon
1 stopAir India
43h 55mORD-KUL
6/5Tue
1 stopAir India
35h 55mKUL-ORD
RM 3,275
10/2Mon
1 stopTurkish Airlines
39h 10mORD-KUL
11/3Tue
1 stopTurkish Airlines
24h 25mKUL-ORD
RM 3,414
3/3Mon
2 stops
32h 30mORD-PEN
10/3Mon
2 stops
41h 40mPEN-ORD
RM 3,770
17/2Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
23h 45mORD-KUL
29/9Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
37h 55mKUL-ORD
RM 3,788
3/3Mon
2 stops
27h 15mORD-KUL
10/3Mon
2 stops
28h 42mKUL-ORD
RM 3,797
17/2Mon
2 stopsUnited Airlines
27h 15mORD-KUL
29/9Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
37h 55mKUL-ORD
RM 3,806
5/3Wed
2 stopsANA
27h 45mORD-KUL
12/3Wed
2 stopsANA
27h 56mKUL-ORD
RM 3,824
3/3Mon
1 stopANA
24h 20mORD-KUL
6/5Tue
2 stopsANA
26h 06mKUL-ORD
RM 3,828
2/3Sun
1 stopKorean Air
44h 55mORD-KUL
9/3Sun
1 stopKorean Air
22h 45mKUL-ORD
RM 3,846
11/2Tue
1 stopKorean Air
44h 55mORD-KUL
3/3Mon
1 stopKorean Air
22h 45mKUL-ORD
RM 3,878

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Recent one-way flight deals

5/3Wed
2 stops
26h 55mORD-KUL
RM 2,096
5/3Wed
1 stopAir India
43h 55mORD-KUL
RM 2,119
16/2Sun
1 stop
30h 35mORD-KUL
RM 2,146
29/1Wed
1 stopANA
24h 20mORD-KUL
RM 2,398
4/2Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
32h 48mORD-PEN
RM 2,407
2/3Sun
2 stopsUnited Airlines
51h 40mORD-KUL
RM 2,438
3/3Mon
2 stopsDelta
26h 20mMDW-KUL
RM 2,438
2/3Sun
2 stopsDelta
43h 36mMDW-KUL
RM 2,488
7/3Fri
1 stopEtihad Airways
28h 45mORD-KUL
RM 2,506
17/2Mon
1 stopANA
24h 20mORD-KUL
RM 4,255

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Last minute flights from Chicago to Malaysia

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

20/1Mon
multi-stopCathay Pacific
31h 50mORD-KUL
27/1Mon
multi-stopCathay Pacific
37h 30mKUL-ORD
RM 3,981
19/1Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
23h 15mORD-KUL
26/1Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
35h 10mKUL-ORD
RM 4,962
20/1Mon
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
39h 10mORD-KUL
26/1Sun
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
43h 25mKUL-ORD
RM 5,169
19/1Sun
multi-stopAir India
43h 55mORD-KUL
26/1Sun
multi-stopAir India
38h 00mKUL-ORD
RM 5,222
20/1Mon
multi-stopANA
27h 00mORD-KUL
22/1Wed
multi-stopANA
31h 05mKUL-ORD
RM 5,465
20/1Mon
multi-stopANA
40h 04mORD-KUL
27/1Mon
multi-stopANA
53h 39mKUL-ORD
RM 5,686
19/1Sun
multi-stopCathay Pacific
36h 10mORD-KUL
26/1Sun
multi-stopCathay Pacific
33h 10mKUL-ORD
RM 5,992
20/1Mon
multi-stopQatar Airways
33h 40mORD-KUL
26/1Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
26h 05mKUL-ORD
RM 6,140
19/1Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
35h 20mORD-KUL
26/1Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
40h 40mKUL-ORD
RM 6,221
19/1Sun
multi-stopJAL
45h 02mORD-KUL
26/1Sun
multi-stopJAL
34h 41mKUL-ORD
RM 6,226

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