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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.796 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 796 €, select.
Chicago.796 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 796 €, select.
Chicago.836 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 836 €, select.
Chicago.837 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 837 €, select.
Chicago.874 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 874 €, select.
Chicago.880 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 880 €, select.
Chicago.880 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 26 Jun.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 880 €, select.
Chicago.881 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 881 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from 973 €
May
from 964 €
Jun
from 880 €
Jul
from 925 €
Aug
from 902 €
Sep
from 874 €
Oct
from 796 €
Nov
from 883 €
Dec
from 951 €
Jan
from 933 €
Feb
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Mar
from 1.037 €

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Kuala Lumpur to Chicago: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found796 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago is 796 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago. But we found flights with one or more stops from 796 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from 796 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago on Thursday, 23 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Chicago. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 8°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chicago is Cathay Pacific .

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when searching for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago.

  • Hop off your plane in Chicago at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Chicago 13 hours behind Kuala Lumpur.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Kuala Lumpur to Chicago flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago

  • To pick up cheap Kuala Lumpur to Chicago flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

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Flying from Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • We make it easy to find a Kuala Lumpur to Chicago flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.

  • Catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:

  • 58.65% of flights that take off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, take it easy in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.

Arriving in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:

  • Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

  • The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • After your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near MDW. Tuck yourself in after your Kuala Lumpur to Chicago flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW will help you stay within budget.

  • You can find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is roughly 129 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago.

  • The journey will take around 4 hours 15 minutes when travelling on public transport.

  • Take the guesswork out of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are some companies you can book with.

  • If you're hoping for a certain kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Book your ride from RFD at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Chicago based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to Chicago ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Chicago

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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