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$365+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Chennai (MAA)

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ORD — MAA
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$809
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$404
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

December

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September

Average price

$1,011

Good round-trip deal

$1,180 or less
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/1912:00 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mAir India
jue. 4/179:05 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop20h 50mAir India
Deal found 1/21$809
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/91:10 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
mié. 3/124:15 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop27h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/21$816
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/197:40 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
dom. 10/194:20 amMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/21$818
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/226:01 pmORD - MAA
2 stops21h 59mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/121:55 amMAA - ORD
2 stops28h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$829
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/122:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 45mLufthansa
sáb. 5/241:55 amMAA - ORD
1 stop23h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$836
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/1410:40 amORD - MAA
2 stops27h 00mAir Canada
mar. 10/141:55 amMAA - ORD
2 stops40h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$881
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 1/258:40 pmORD - MAA
2 stops45h 05mAmerican Airlines
lun. 2/32:35 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops38h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$884
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/128:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop25h 00mEmirates
mar. 11/49:40 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop28h 45mEmirates
Deal found 1/20$930

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

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ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/19

12:00 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Chennai

jue. 4/17

9:05 pm-7:25 am

1 stop20h 50m

$809

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/9

1:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Chennai

mié. 3/12

4:15 pm-9:25 am

1 stop27h 40m

$816

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/27

7:50 pm-1:55 am

1 stop19h 35m

Chennai

jue. 4/17

4:20 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$818

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/22

6:01 pm-2:30 am

2 stops21h 59m

Chennai

lun. 5/12

1:55 am-8:12 pm

2 stops28h 47m

$829

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 5/12

2:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 45m

Chennai

sáb. 5/24

1:55 am-2:55 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$836

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/19

6:39 pm-12:05 am

2 stops42h 56m

Chennai

mar. 4/8

1:55 am-3:51 pm

2 stops48h 26m

$893

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/26

8:45 pm-2:15 am

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

vie. 4/11

4:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$944

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/5

1:55 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$365

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/30

11:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$404

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/5

5:22 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops39h 18m

$415

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Chennai in January.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai, you should look to book at least 52 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 ORD to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 enero 21, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings 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 enero 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Etihad Airways and Emirates from Chicago to Chennai to help guide your decision. 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
1,449 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 10.2 mi from the center of the city. Chennai is the only Chennai airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 14 airlines have flights to Chennai from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $809, Air India will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $816 and $818, respectively. Users have found that Air India is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air India, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $404. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai? While on average our users pay $1,326, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,157. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chennai), is priced around $735.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights have a layover in Abu Dhabi most often. Abu Dhabi is followed by New Delhi in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai. Doha follows New Delhi in terms of the most frequent layover location on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights.

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

    If you're on a layover in Abu Dhabi and looking for things to do, consider visiting Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, or Etihad Towers. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers are located about 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 20.8 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Abu Dhabi can rent one for about $35 per day.

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

    Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib are currently the most popular points of interest in New Delhi at the moment. Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.7 mi, 8.7 mi, and 8.2 mi, respectively from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Those landing in New Delhi looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $51 per day.

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

    Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Doha. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Doha can rent one for about $30 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights have a layover in London the least frequently. London is followed by Paris in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai. Frankfurt am Main comes next as the third least popular layover location for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$646Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$743Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$768Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air IndiaCheapest$779Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$829Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$837Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
IndiGoCheapest$1,020Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,069Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,071Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,110Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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