RM 2,046 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 2,947
Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu2 stopsRM 5,447
Penang
Penang2 stopsRM 4,186
Miri
Miri3 stopsRM 4,461

Good to know

Low season

July

High season

June

Cheapest flight

RM 2,046
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (21% 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 October.
  • Morning departure is around 15% cheaper 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

24/3Mon
1 stopAir India
43h 55mORD-KUL
27/5Tue
1 stopAir India
35h 55mKUL-ORD
RM 2,947
31/3Mon
1 stopTurkish Airlines
22h 15mORD-KUL
24/4Thu
1 stopTurkish Airlines
23h 45mKUL-ORD
RM 3,366
1/5Thu
2 stopsUnited Airlines
29h 35mORD-KUL
20/5Tue
1 stopUnited Airlines
37h 55mKUL-ORD
RM 3,695
10/2Mon
2 stopsUnited Airlines
25h 58mORD-KUL
11/3Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
29h 58mKUL-ORD
RM 3,726
4/2Tue
2 stopsLufthansa
29h 45mORD-KUL
11/2Tue
2 stopsLufthansa
25h 38mKUL-ORD
RM 3,735
4/2Tue
2 stopsLufthansa
29h 45mORD-KUL
11/2Tue
2 stopsLufthansa
24h 50mKUL-ORD
RM 3,740
23/4Wed
2 stops
32h 25mORD-KUL
2/5Fri
1 stop
31h 25mKUL-ORD
RM 4,001
5/2Wed
1 stopANA
24h 20mORD-KUL
12/2Wed
2 stopsANA
29h 39mKUL-ORD
RM 4,154
5/2Wed
2 stops
34h 40mORD-PEN
12/2Wed
2 stops
58h 25mPEN-ORD
RM 4,186
5/2Wed
1 stopANA
24h 20mORD-KUL
12/2Wed
2 stopsANA
29h 39mKUL-ORD
RM 4,204

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Recent one-way flight deals

5/3Wed
1 stopAir India
43h 55mORD-KUL
RM 2,046
1/3Sat
1 stopAir India
43h 55mORD-KUL
RM 2,181
4/3Tue
1 stopAir India
43h 55mORD-KUL
RM 2,190
5/3Wed
3 stops
45h 45mMDW-KUL
RM 2,271
5/3Wed
3 stops
59h 50mORD-KUL
RM 2,289
3/3Mon
1 stopKorean Air
44h 55mORD-KUL
RM 2,424
3/3Mon
2 stopsDelta
26h 05mORD-KUL
RM 2,438
4/3Tue
2 stopsDelta
26h 20mMDW-KUL
RM 2,438
7/1Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
55h 35mORD-KUL
RM 2,505
18/2Tue
2 stopsKorean Air
44h 45mMDW-KUL
RM 23,258

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Last minute flights from Chicago to Malaysia

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

25/12Wed
multi-stop
35h 50mORD-KUL
27/12Fri
multi-stop
27h 05mKUL-ORD
RM 9,025
25/12Wed
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
39h 10mORD-KUL
27/12Fri
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
48h 25mKUL-ORD
RM 9,088
25/12Wed
multi-stop
29h 05mORD-KUL
27/12Fri
multi-stop
24h 25mKUL-ORD
RM 9,629
25/12Wed
multi-stopDelta
26h 20mORD-KUL
5/1Sun
multi-stopDelta
38h 16mKUL-ORD
RM 15,428
25/12Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
28h 50mORD-KUL
4/1Sat
multi-stopQatar Airways
26h 05mKUL-ORD
RM 24,349
25/12Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
42h 55mORD-KUL
4/1Sat
multi-stopQatar Airways
26h 05mKUL-ORD
RM 24,574
26/12Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
28h 00mORD-KUL
6/1Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
25h 14mKUL-ORD
RM 27,341
26/12Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
34h 35mORD-KUL
6/1Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
38h 50mKUL-ORD
RM 27,458
26/12Thu
multi-stopANA
41h 50mORD-KUL
6/1Mon
multi-stopANA
38h 50mKUL-ORD
RM 30,400
26/12Thu
multi-stopDelta
39h 16mMDW-KUL
6/1Mon
multi-stopDelta
36h 25mKUL-MDW
RM 72,546

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