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$435+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Penang (PEN)

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — PEN
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Penang

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

Round-trip from

$688
(Ovago)

One-way from

$435
(oojo)
From Illinois to Penang Intl
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 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 7/30$688
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/224:00 pmORD - PEN
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/181:05 pmPEN - ORD
1 stop37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$846
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 10/304:17 pmORD - PEN
2 stops35h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/36:05 pmPEN - ORD
2 stops31h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,024
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/31:55 pmORD - PEN
2 stops44h 05mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/196:30 pmPEN - ORD
2 stops27h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,068
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 10/35:45 pmORD - PEN
2 stops37h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sun 10/1910:15 amPEN - ORD
3 stops47h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,075
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/281:30 amORD - PEN
2 stops34h 05mJapan Airlines
Sun 9/77:45 amPEN - ORD
2 stops45h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,192

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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

$688

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

4:00 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Penang Intl

Tue 11/18

1:05 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$846

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

4:17 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops35h 53m

Penang Intl

Mon 11/3

6:05 pm-11:30 am

2 stops31h 25m

$1,024

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

1:55 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Penang Intl

Sun 10/19

6:30 pm-8:45 am

2 stops27h 15m

$1,068

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

5:45 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops37h 50m

Penang Intl

Sun 10/19

10:15 am-8:50 pm

3 stops47h 35m

$1,075

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

1:30 am-12:35 am

2 stops34h 05m

Penang Intl

Sun 9/7

7:45 am-3:45 pm

2 stops45h 00m

$1,192

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/5

4:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$435

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/3

4:25 pm-9:20 am

2 stops26h 55m

$517

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/5

6:45 am-5:00 pm

2 stops45h 15m

$595

ChicagoPenang

ORD - PEN

ORDPEN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/5

1:36 pm-9:25 am

3 stops30h 49m

$792

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Deals found on 7/31

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to PEN?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Penang. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Penang, 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 Penang

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Penang. 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 Penang. Reviews last updated August 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific from Illinois to Penang by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,230 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,Jun 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Penang from Illinois?

    Penang Intl (PEN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Penang. It is only a 9.0 mi journey from Penang Intl (PEN) to Penang’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $435. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Penang for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Penang?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Penang 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 Penang?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Penang (average of $960). Flying from Illinois to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,537). 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 airline flying from Illinois to Penang

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Illinois to Penang. 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$854Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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