Flying from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) heading out from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Kuala Lumpur. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Chicago.
Your flight from Chicago to KUL won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to KUL leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
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Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to KUL flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
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To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
The centre of Kuala Lumpur is about 48 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Currently, R 6,063 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,392. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to KUL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). August is the busiest month to travel to Kuala Lumpur. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
Before locking in your Chicago to KUL plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Kuala Lumpur
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuala Lumpur:
PETRONAS Tower 2 and Petronas Twin Towers are just two of the major attractions to put on your Kuala Lumpur must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Petronas Tower take photo point.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Johor Bahru will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).
Ipoh is another standout destination in Malaysia and is around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without seeing Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town.
