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$415+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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.
ORD — MAA
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

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
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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
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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 oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/17:30 amSTL - MAA
2 stops31h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 12/173:30 amMAA - STL
2 stops31h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,660
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/15:45 amSTL - MAA
2 stops27h 05mEtihad Airways
Wed 12/184:15 pmMAA - STL
2 stops41h 43mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,712
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.
Sat 11/306:00 amPIA - MAA
2 stops32h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 12/143:45 amMAA - PIA
2 stops29h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,892

Find flights from Illinois to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 2,612,795 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

Wed 2/12

4:15 pm-8:25 am

1 stop27h 40m

$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

Tue 2/11

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$1,016

St. LouisChennai

STL - MAA

STLMAA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/30

12:00 pm-2:25 am

2 stops26h 55m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

3:45 am-10:17 pm

2 stops30h 02m

$1,171

St. LouisChennai

STL - MAA

STLMAA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/17

3:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 50m

Chennai

Sat 2/15

1:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,187

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Chennai

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Chennai as you normally would.

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways from Illinois to Chennai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,489 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,829 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,920 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
786 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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 Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Illinois. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $415. American Airlines flights start at $436 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $441 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Chennai?

    While some choose either Lambert-St Louis - Chennai or Greater Peoria - Chennai, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chennai is the most popular route from Illinois to Chennai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Chennai?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,115 for a flight from Illinois to Chennai. The cheapest flight overall is $922 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chennai) is currently priced at $744.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from Illinois 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 Illinois to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,612,795 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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