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Chicago (CHI) to Malaysia

All the information you need to plan the best CHI to KUL flight in 2022: compare Chicago to Malaysia flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Malaysia.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Malaysia (CHI - MY)?

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.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Malaysia?

March is one of the best times of the year to fly to Malaysia from Chicago. Prices for March average $900 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $684. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a March flight can save you 59% on your journey compared to booking in March

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Malaysia?

To save on the cost of your flight from Chicago to Malaysia, book at least 48 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 7% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $942 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $942.

Cheap flights from Chicago to Malaysia in January, February 2022

The best prices found for CHI to Malaysia flights for January, February

28 Feb - 28 Mar

$673pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

3 Feb - 5 Mar

$692pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ANA

2 STOPS

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ANA

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

3 Feb - 5 Mar

$693pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ANA

2 STOPS

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ANA

2 STOPS

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Chicago to Malaysia 2022 flight deals

Cheap flights to Malaysia from Chicago found for this year

3 Apr - 25 Apr

$670pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

28 Feb - 28 Mar

$673pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

4 Apr - 25 Apr

$692pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ANA

2 STOPS

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ANA

2 STOPS

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Last minute flights from Chicago to Malaysia

Late deals on round-trip flights to Malaysia from Chicago, departing today and this week

3 Feb - 5 Mar

$673pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Etihad Airways

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

3 Feb - 5 Mar

$692pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ANA

2 STOPS

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ANA

1 STOP

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

3 Feb - 5 Mar

$693pp

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ANA

2 STOPS

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

KUL

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ANA

2 STOPS

ORD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

One-way flights to Malaysia from Chicago

The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Malaysia

12:20 pm - 1:10 pm

Japan Airlines

2 Stops

58h 50m

ORD - KUL

$564

Travelgenio

12:00 pm - 8:30 am

Etihad Airways

1 Stop

31h 30m

ORD - KUL

$580

FlightNetwork

7:30 pm - 9:05 am

Qatar Airways

1 Stop

23h 35m

ORD - KUL

$656

KAYAK

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about <span class="emphasized">Chicago</span> to <span class="emphasized">Malaysia</span> flights.

Flight FAQs

From Chicago to Malaysia

Which airlines flying from Chicago to Malaysia have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like ANA, EVA Air, and China Eastern flying from Chicago to Malaysia have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from Chicago to Malaysia for under $700 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Malaysia for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Etihad Airways for just $670, but on average you can expect to pay $700.

Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Malaysia for under $700?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Malaysia within the next 7 days for less than $700.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Malaysia one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Japan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $534. Singapore Airlines flights start at $541 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $580 one-way.

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Malaysia?

On average you can expect to pay $1,676 for a flight from Chicago to Malaysia. The cheapest flight overall is $378 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kuala Lumpur Intl) is currently priced at $670.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Malaysia?

Before booking your flight from Chicago to Malaysia check out the most popular airlines for this route: Major Airline, American Airlines or EVA Air.

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.

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COVID Restrictions

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Do I need a COVID test to fly to Malaysia from Chicago?

Information is based on travel restrictions from Chicago to Malaysia

Most visitors from Chicago need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Malaysia.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 48 hours before departing to Malaysia.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Malaysia.

Do I need a test to fly back to Chicago from Malaysia?

Returning to Chicago from Malaysia

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Malaysia must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 24 hours before departing to Chicago.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Malaysia are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.

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Destination points for flights from Chicago to Malaysia

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Flights from O'Hare Intl to Kota Kinabalu from $1,048 pp

Flights from O'Hare Intl to Miri from $1,050 pp

Flights from O'Hare Intl to Penang from $1,011 pp

Destination information for Malaysia

Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from Chicago to Malaysia.

$1 = RM 4.19

Airports servicing Chicago

O'Hare Intl (ORD)

Midway (MDW)

Rockford (RFD)

Airports servicing

Bario (BBN)

Bakalalan (BKM)

Bintulu (BTU)

Ipoh (IPH)

Senai (JHB)

Kota Bharu (KBR)

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
United Airlines	$489	$874	No cancel fee	69%
ANA	$506	$810	No cancel fee	80%
China Eastern	$514	$738	No cancel fee	62%	We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by China Eastern. Please check directly on their website for additional information.
Etihad Airways	$580	$1,175	No cancel fee	75%
EVA Air	$623	$854	No cancel fee	74%
American Airlines	$626	$892	No cancel fee	71%
Japan Airlines	$747	$929	No cancel fee	79%	We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by Japan Airlines. Please check directly on their website for additional information.
Qatar Airways	$754	$994	No cancel fee	68%
Cathay Pacific	$786	$986	No cancel fee	72%
Delta	$796	$1,229	No cancel fee	N/A