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$402+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur

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ORD — KUL
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Kuala Lumpur flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$976
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$402
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,201
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 May 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 8/237:10 amORD - KUL
2 stops27h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/292:15 pmKUL - ORD
2 stops36h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$976
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/239:05 amORD - KUL
2 stops31h 55mANA
Sat 9/277:15 amKUL - ORD
1 stop20h 40mANA
Deal found 4/28$981
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2310:00 amORD - KUL
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2711:30 pmKUL - ORD
2 stops33h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$983
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 8/47:40 amORD - KUL
2 stops25h 10mDelta
Mon 8/2511:20 pmKUL - ORD
2 stops35h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,023
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/54:00 pmORD - KUL
1 stop35h 40mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/301:10 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop38h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$1,025
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/61:05 amORD - KUL
2 stops49h 40mJapan Airlines
Sat 9/1310:50 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop29h 55mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,042
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 4/29$1,063
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2611:45 pmORD - KUL
1 stop44h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/2511:45 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,085
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 5/56:04 amMDW - KUL
2 stops26h 46mDelta
Fri 5/911:10 pmKUL - MDW
2 stops29h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,132
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/131:55 pmORD - KUL
1 stop29h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 5/279:35 amKUL - ORD
1 stop36h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,173
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/233:35 pmORD - KUL
2 stops43h 20mAir Canada
Wed 9/248:40 pmKUL - ORD
2 stops33h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$1,200
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/41:20 pmSTL - KUL
2 stops27h 40mANA
Tue 8/197:15 amKUL - STL
2 stops42h 10mANA
Deal found 4/30$1,349

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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 May 1, 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

Sat 8/23

7:10 am-11:55 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 8/29

2:15 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$976

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/23

9:05 am-6:00 am

2 stops31h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/27

7:15 am-2:55 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$981

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/23

10:00 am-4:55 am

2 stops29h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/27

11:30 pm-7:44 pm

2 stops33h 14m

$983

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

7:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 8/25

11:20 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$1,023

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

1:05 am-5:55 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/13

10:50 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$1,025

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/28

12:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 12/9

3:25 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop42h 10m

$1,063

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

11:45 pm-9:10 am

1 stop44h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/25

11:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,085

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

MDW - KUL

MDWKUL

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/7

1:05 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops43h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/12

11:10 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops31h 48m

$1,132

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

1:55 pm-8:10 am

1 stop29h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/27

9:35 am-8:45 am

1 stop36h 10m

$1,173

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/4

4:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop35h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 7/19

1:10 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop38h 15m

$1,199

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur (average of $969). 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 May 1, 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 May 1, 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
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

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 United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $402. However, be on the lookout for offers from EVA Air and Etihad Airways, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Kuala Lumpur (average of $969). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$709Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$773Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$818Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$830Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$832Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$954Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,030Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,043Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,043Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EVA AirCheapest$1,083Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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