Cheap flights from Chicago to Chennai

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Chicago to Chennai and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $849
Etihad 1 stop 21 hr Thu, Apr 23 — Wed, May 6
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Chennai is currently $849
Cheapest one-way flight $352
Etihad 1 stop 28 hr Thu, Apr 23
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Chennai is currently $352
Last-minute weekend getaway $1,461
Etihad 1 stop 28 hr Thu, Apr 16 — Sun, Apr 19
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Chennai is currently $1,461
Cheapest business class flights $3,901
Etihad 1 stop 28 hr Thu, Apr 30 — Wed, May 13
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Chennai is currently $3,901
Fastest flight 18 hr 45 min The fastest flight with stops from Chicago to Chennai takes 18 hr 45 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Chennai is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $670–920
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $1,000–1,300

Popular airlines from Chicago to Chennai

  • Emirates
    from $953
    Typical price: $1,000–2,300
    21 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - MAA Every day
  • Air India
    from $1,887
    Typical price: $920–2,950
    16 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - MAA Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
  • Etihad
    from $849
    Typical price: $820–1,900
    14 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - MAA Every day
  • British Airways
    from $1,668
    Typical price: $990–3,600
    14 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - MAA Every day
  • Qatar Airways
    from $916
    Typical price: $950–2,050
    8 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - MAA Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
  • Cathay Pacific
    from $1,774
    Typical price: $830–2,650
    7 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - MAA Every day

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 25 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 24 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Chennai

  • Chennai International Airport (MAA)
    Chennai India 45 min 9 mi
  • Tirupati International Airport (TIR)
    Tirupati India 2 hr 59 min 62 mi
  • Puducherry Airport (PNY)
    Puducherry India 3 hr 22 min 83 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Chennai

The cheapest flights from Chicago to Chennai are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $670 to $920.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Chennai recently found on Google Flights was with Etihad from $849. The cheapest one-way flight was with Etihad from $352.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Chicago to Chennai is $953, flying from May 3 to May 18.
  • The cheapest Air India flight from Chicago to Chennai is $1,887, flying from Jun 7 to Jun 23.
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Chicago to Chennai is $849, flying from Apr 23 to May 6.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Chicago to Chennai is $1,668, flying from May 9 to May 24.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Chennai is $916, flying from Apr 30 to May 13.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Chicago to Chennai is $1,774, flying from Apr 23 to May 6.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Chennai starts at $849 from Thu, Apr 23 to Wed, May 6. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $352 and departs on Thu, Apr 23.
18 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Chennai.
Peak travel periods include May–Jun and Dec–Jan. Chennai has a hot and humid climate. Generally, there is very little rain Jan–May. Torrential rains arrive during the northeast monsoon, usually around Oct–Nov. The Marghazi Festival of Music & Dance (Dec–Jan) focuses on classical South Indian Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam dances. The Pongal Festival (Jan), is a traditional harvest celebration, typical of Tamil Nadu, with sweet rice delicacies, ornamented cattle and streets decorated with powdered chalk designs.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Chennai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Chennai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Chennai.

In terms of flights, Emirates is the most popular. Emirates offers 21 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai are:
  • Air India offers 16 connecting flights per week. Air India flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) .
  • Etihad offers 14 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) .
  • British Airways offers 14 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) .
  • Qatar Airways offers 8 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) .
  • Cathay Pacific offers 7 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Chennai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Chennai recently found on Google Flights was with Etihad from $849. The cheapest one-way flight was with Etihad from $352.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Chicago to Chennai is $953, flying from May 3 to May 18.
  • The cheapest Air India flight from Chicago to Chennai is $1,887, flying from Jun 7 to Jun 23.
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Chicago to Chennai is $849, flying from Apr 23 to May 6.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Chicago to Chennai is $1,668, flying from May 9 to May 24.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Chennai is $916, flying from Apr 30 to May 13.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Chicago to Chennai is $1,774, flying from Apr 23 to May 6.
No airline flies direct from Chicago to Chennai.
  • There are 21 Emirates connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 16 Air India connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 14 Etihad connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 British Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 8 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 7 Cathay Pacific connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Chennai at price $1,461 is offered by Etihad from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
No airline flies direct from Chicago to Chennai.
  • There are 21 Emirates connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 16 Air India connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 14 Etihad connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 British Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 8 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 7 Cathay Pacific connecting flights from Chicago to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Chennai.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Chennai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Chennai start at $3,901 from Thu, Apr 30 to Wed, May 13 with Etihad.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Chennai start at $849 from Thu, Apr 23 to Wed, May 6.
To book business class trips from Chicago to Chennai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Chennai starts at $1,461 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19 with Etihad.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Chennai at price $1,461 is offered by Etihad from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Chennai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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