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$405+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur

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ORD — KUL
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur

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Round-trip from

$907
(oojo)

One-way from

$518
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$950
From Illinois to Kuala Lumpur
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/412:00 pmORD - KUL
1 stop43h 55mAir India
Wed 5/288:05 amKUL - ORD
1 stop36h 20mAir India
Deal found 4/17$908
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/67:00 amORD - KUL
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1212:20 amKUL - ORD
2 stops48h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$910
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/124:25 pmORD - KUL
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/44:55 pmKUL - ORD
2 stops26h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$914
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2812:40 pmORD - KUL
1 stop28h 20mANA
Thu 12/118:00 amKUL - ORD
1 stop19h 50mANA
Deal found 4/17$931
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Mon 5/54:00 pmORD - KUL
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/301:10 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop38h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/17$950
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/612:48 pmMDW - KUL
2 stops44h 02mDelta
Tue 5/1311:10 pmKUL - MDW
2 stops35h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/17$982
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/51:55 pmORD - KUL
1 stop40h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 5/299:35 amKUL - ORD
1 stop36h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,030
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2812:30 amORD - KUL
1 stop24h 45mEVA Air
Tue 12/93:25 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop42h 10mEVA Air
Deal found 4/17$1,063
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Sun 11/2311:05 amORD - KUL
1 stop45h 15mKorean Air
Sun 1/411:55 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop22h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 4/17$1,081
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Sun 7/277:50 pmORD - KUL
1 stop32h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/510:50 amKUL - ORD
1 stop35h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,123
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Tue 11/117:05 pmSTL - KUL
2 stops37h 15mDelta
Mon 12/811:55 pmKUL - STL
2 stops30h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/15$1,132
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Sun 5/46:45 amORD - KUL
2 stops50h 05mDelta
Fri 5/3011:10 pmKUL - ORD
2 stops32h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/17$1,132

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur that are best for you.

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ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

12:00 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop43h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/20

8:05 am-7:25 am

1 stop36h 20m

$907

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/28

1:05 am-5:55 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/11

9:40 am-7:25 am

1 stop35h 45m

$909

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

7:00 am-6:00 am

3 stops34h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 5/12

2:15 pm-5:04 am

2 stops27h 49m

$917

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

5:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop23h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/13

7:15 am-2:55 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$920

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/28

1:05 am-5:55 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/11

9:40 am-5:28 pm

2 stops45h 48m

$934

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

4:00 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop39h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 5/19

1:10 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop38h 15m

$974

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/6

4:59 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops39h 51m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/13

11:10 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops35h 18m

$982

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

12:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 10/6

3:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop42h 15m

$1,063

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/7

7:50 pm-9:10 am

1 stop24h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/2

11:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,106

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

7:20 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/19

2:55 am-3:05 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,278

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur (average of $968). Flying from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). 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 IL to KUL?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur as you normally would.

Rainfall in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur ranges from 4.7 - 11.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Kuala Lumpur when rainfall is around 4.7 in.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur. 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 Kuala Lumpur. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
ANA
8.3
Very good
844 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
729 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,177 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $518. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur?

    The most popular route from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kuala Lumpur Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Kuala Lumpur Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Kuala Lumpur Intl.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Kuala Lumpur flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur (average of $968). Flying from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$703Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$773Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$818Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$830Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$831Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$954Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$961Average$1,470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$1,030Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,043Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,043Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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