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Cheapest return flight
RM 3,277
Typical prices: RM 3,729-RM 5,757
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/9Sat 6/10
ORD - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
RM 1,578
Typical prices: RM 2,157-RM 3,739
Etihad Airways
Sun 23/9
ORD - KUL • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg RM 4,370 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl (ORD-KUL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon, 21 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
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20:25 - 08:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:55 - 15:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,277Etihad Airways
Mon, 21 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct
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14:00 - 19:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:50 - 08:35KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,302Etihad Airways
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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14:00 - 19:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:50 - 15:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,310Etihad Airways
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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14:00 - 08:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
29h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:40 - 16:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,350Etihad Airways
Thu, 31 Dec - Wed, 20 Jan
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13:10 - 02:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:30 - 15:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
43h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,383Etihad Airways
Wed, 10 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar
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13:10 - 02:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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03:20 - 07:55KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,399Etihad Airways
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
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14:00 - 19:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
40h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:50 - 15:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,403Etihad Airways
Tue, 12 Jan - Sun, 28 Feb
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13:10 - 02:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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03:20 - 07:55KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,444Etihad Airways
Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 1 Mar
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13:10 - 02:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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03:20 - 07:55KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,456Etihad Airways
Mon, 5 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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20:25 - 19:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
34h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:50 - 15:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
42h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
RM 3,464Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Return flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport start at RM 3,277. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from RM 3,729 to RM 5,757. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was RM 3,277 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and is 14% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport at RM 3,562 return.
  • December (RM 6,591) and June (RM 6,534) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

RM 1,578
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (40% more expensive on average)
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 23%. Saturday is the cheapest day at RM 4,021 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at RM 5,196 – a RM 1,175 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are KLCC Park, World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, and Suria KLCC. These are among the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 18% above the route average of RM 4,673. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 24,041 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about RM 1,799, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 12m, compared to 23h 04m via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) and 24h 57m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is 13 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Malaysia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL)?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 44 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Paradise
    · Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    · SEIYON Rent a Car
    · Europcar
    · GREEN MOTION

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport range from RM 3,729 to RM 5,757, with an average of RM 4,673 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 3,729 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average RM 4,021 – about RM 1,175 less than Friday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average RM 3,562 return in that month – typically RM 3,029 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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