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$415+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Chennai (MAA)

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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MAA
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/253:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 30mLufthansa
Wed 4/301:55 amMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 11/20$1,096
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/307:45 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/163:50 amMAA - ORD
1 stop40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,111
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/252:05 pmORD - MAA
2 stops22h 20mAir Canada
Wed 4/301:55 amMAA - ORD
2 stops30h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 11/20$1,130
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/51:10 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 12/159:30 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,138
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 11/249:45 amORD - MAA
1 stop34h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/1710:00 amMAA - ORD
2 stops33h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$1,139
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/28:49 pmORD - MAA
2 stops45h 16mBritish Airways
Mon 12/97:35 amMAA - ORD
1 stop41h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,186
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 11/267:45 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 00mEmirates
Mon 12/163:45 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 40mEmirates
Deal found 11/20$1,247
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/237:05 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 12/173:30 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,274
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 11/257:05 pmORD - MAA
2 stops31h 20mOman Air
Thu 5/18:40 amMAA - ORD
2 stops41h 15mOman Air
Deal found 11/20$1,291
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1911:25 amMDW - MAA
3 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/25:15 pmMAA - MDW
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$4,493

Find flights from Chicago to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Chennai 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/23

1:10 pm-8:30 am

1 stop31h 50m

Chennai

Tue 2/11

4:50 pm-8:25 am

1 stop27h 05m

$871

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/8

6:00 pm-7:15 am

2 stops25h 45m

Chennai

Wed 3/5

8:30 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops33h 25m

$873

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

7:05 pm-1:55 am

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Wed 2/5

3:30 am-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$880

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/7

11:00 am-8:20 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Chennai

Sat 2/15

9:10 pm-6:30 am

1 stop20h 50m

$882

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/22

8:30 pm-12:05 am

2 stops65h 05m

Chennai

Thu 4/10

1:55 am-7:55 am

2 stops40h 30m

$887

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/20

7:05 pm-10:35 am

2 stops28h 00m

Chennai

Sat 2/1

3:50 pm-1:11 pm

3 stops32h 51m

$889

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/27

7:45 pm-8:15 am

1 stop25h 00m

Chennai

Wed 2/5

3:45 am-2:55 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$930

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/13

9:45 pm-5:35 am

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

Thu 2/13

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$1,016

ChicagoChennai

MDW - MAA

MDWMAA

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/19

11:25 am-1:55 am

3 stops27h 00m

Chennai

Thu 1/2

5:15 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops34h 55m

$4,493

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/15

11:00 am-10:55 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$415

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Chennai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Chennai in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Chennai. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Chennai, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from Chicago to Chennai by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Chennai flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways from Chicago to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,914 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,232 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Chennai. 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 Chennai from Chicago?

    Chennai (MAA), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Chennai. 15 airlines have flights to Chennai from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Chennai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Chennai is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $871 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Qatar Airways, starting at $874 and $880 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Chennai for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Chennai are Air India ($415), American Airlines ($436), and Etihad Airways ($441).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chennai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $922. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chennai) can be booked for $744 on average our data indicates $1,115 when flying from Chicago to Chennai.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Chennai?

    Chicago to Chennai flights have a layover in Abu Dhabi most of the time. New Delhi sees the next most layovers on Chicago to Chennai flights. Dubai sees the third most layovers on flights from Chicago to Chennai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Abu Dhabi?

    Abu Dhabi travelers tend to visit Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers more than anywhere else. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers can be visited by traveling about 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 20.8 mi respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those on a layover in Abu Dhabi in need of a rental car can book one at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about $31.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in New Delhi?

    If you're on a layover in New Delhi and looking for things to do, consider visiting Karol Bagh, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, or Lajpat Nagar Central Market. Karol Bagh, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and Lajpat Nagar Central Market can be visited by traveling about 8.7 mi, 8.2 mi, and 8.7 mi respectively from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Travelers in need of a car in New Delhi can rent one for about $51 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dubai?

    Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and Burj Al Arab are located about 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can rent a car from Dubai Intl for about $33 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Chennai flights?

    Of the flights from Chicago to Chennai that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in London. Chicago to Chennai flights stopping in Paris are the next rarest. Frankfurt am Main follows Paris in terms of the least frequent layover locations on Chicago to Chennai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Chennai. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$646Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$680Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$748Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$766Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$788Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$827Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$835Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$849Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IndiGoCheapest$976Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,069Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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