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$374+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Malaysia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — KUL
Aug 24 — Aug 311
Sun 8/24
Sun 8/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Malaysia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Malaysia flight deals. Data was last updated August 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$620
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$374
(SmartFares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$953
From Chicago (CHI) to Malaysia
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Malaysia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Malaysia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 19, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Thu 11/62:40 pmORD - KUL
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/165:50 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop33h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/18$620
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/224:00 pmORD - PEN
1 stop37h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/181:05 pmPEN - ORD
1 stop37h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/18$630
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 11/52:40 pmORD - KUL
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/175:50 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop33h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/18$633
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/224:00 pmORD - KUL
1 stop35h 40mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/191:10 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop38h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$635
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/102:40 pmORD - KUL
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/231:30 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop37h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$647
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/154:00 pmORD - KUL
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/231:10 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop38h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$650
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/34:00 pmORD - KUL
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 9/175:40 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop33h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$651
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/34:00 pmORD - PEN
1 stop31h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/191:00 pmPEN - ORD
1 stop38h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/16$657
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/42:40 pmORD - KUL
1 stop31h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/165:50 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop33h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/18$661
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/24:00 pmORD - KUL
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/165:40 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop33h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$663
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 11/52:40 pmORD - KUL
1 stop39h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 11/145:50 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop33h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/18$676
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/144:00 pmORD - KUL
1 stop39h 10mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/305:40 pmKUL - ORD
1 stop33h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/17$678

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Malaysia 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 August 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Malaysia that are best for you.

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Price

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

4:00 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Penang Intl

Tue 11/18

1:05 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$630

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/6

2:40 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 11/17

5:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$633

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

4:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Penang Intl

Sun 10/19

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$657

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

2:40 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop38h 20m

Penang Intl

Mon 11/24

1:05 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$657

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/6

2:40 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 11/18

5:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$661

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

2:40 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop36h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 11/18

5:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$661

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

2:40 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 11/16

5:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$661

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

2:40 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop36h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/12

5:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$661

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

2:40 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/12

5:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$661

ChicagoKuala Lumpur

ORD - KUL

ORDKUL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/6

2:40 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop36h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/12

5:50 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$661

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Malaysia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Malaysia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Malaysia?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Malaysia (average of $964). Flying from Chicago to Malaysia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,421). 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 CHI to MY?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Malaysia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 19, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Malaysia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malaysia. 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 Malaysia. Reviews last updated August 19, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, ANA, and Cathay Pacific from Chicago to Malaysia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,232 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,232 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,232 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
ANA
8.4
Very good
934 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,232 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
969 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,232 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,922 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,232 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,232 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Malaysia?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Malaysia can take about 37h 40m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $630. Airlines will cover a distance of 9124 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Malaysia?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kuala Lumpur Intl, Chicago Midway - Kuala Lumpur Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Penang Intl when deciding on the best route from Chicago to Malaysia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Malaysia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Malaysia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Malaysia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Malaysia 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 Chicago to Malaysia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Malaysia (average of $964). Flying from Chicago to Malaysia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,421). 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 Chicago to Malaysia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Malaysia. 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 August 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$685Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$694Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ANACheapest$729Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$765Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$829Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$949Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,032Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,036Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,046Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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