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$334+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to New Delhi (DEL)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl are usually found in September or April, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to New Delhi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to New Delhi (DEL). 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 septiembre 10, 2025.

Round-trip from

$677
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$334
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$730

Good round-trip deal

$736 or less

Good one-way deal

$387 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($176 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 10, 2025.

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lun. 9/221:55 pmORD - DEL
1 stop31h 30mEtihad Airways
mar. 9/303:55 pmDEL - ORD
1 stop27h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8$677
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
vie. 9/122:06 pmORD - DEL
2 stops20h 24mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/2711:30 pmDEL - ORD
1 stop23h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$678
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/278:20 pmORD - DEL
1 stop21h 25mTurkish Airlines
jue. 12/256:55 amDEL - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/8$681
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mié. 10/223:35 pmORD - DEL
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/191:45 amDEL - ORD
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$683
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
sáb. 10/253:35 pmORD - DEL
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
vie. 11/71:45 amDEL - ORD
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$684
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/227:05 pmORD - DEL
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/512:05 amDEL - ORD
1 stop30h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$685
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
mié. 10/11:55 pmORD - DEL
1 stop31h 30mEtihad Airways
mar. 10/219:15 amDEL - ORD
1 stop34h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8$687
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
mié. 10/81:55 pmORD - DEL
1 stop37h 45mEtihad Airways
mar. 10/288:55 amDEL - ORD
1 stop34h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8$688
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/232:45 pmORD - DEL
2 stops22h 50mDelta
dom. 10/123:55 amDEL - ORD
1 stop21h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/8$689
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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. 9/191:55 pmORD - DEL
1 stop18h 55mEtihad Airways
lun. 10/69:15 pmDEL - ORD
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8$690
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/1911:50 amORD - DEL
1 stop29h 55mTurkish Airlines
mié. 1/216:55 amDEL - ORD
1 stop38h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/10$691
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/151:55 pmORD - DEL
1 stop31h 30mEtihad Airways
mié. 10/19:15 amDEL - ORD
1 stop34h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8$692

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New Delhi that are best for you.

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ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

mar. 9/23

10:35 am-12:05 am

2 stops27h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

lun. 10/20

2:05 am-10:14 pm

2 stops30h 39m

$699

ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

dom. 9/28

6:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops31h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

jue. 10/2

11:15 am-9:36 pm

2 stops44h 51m

$711

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/5

7:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop18h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

sáb. 10/18

1:05 am-3:55 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$715

ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

mar. 9/23

6:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops31h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

jue. 9/25

2:05 am-9:36 pm

2 stops30h 01m

$720

ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

dom. 9/21

6:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops31h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

mar. 9/23

12:50 am-9:36 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$720

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 11/8

4:56 pm-9:00 am

2 stops28h 34m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

dom. 11/16

5:00 am-12:01 am

2 stops30h 31m

$722

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/27

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops31h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

jue. 12/25

5:00 am-7:29 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$723

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/17

2:40 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop43h 25m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

jue. 2/26

1:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$727

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/25

4:00 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop42h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

sáb. 10/18

1:15 am-2:25 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$742

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/27

4:00 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop42h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

sáb. 11/1

10:45 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$742

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Airports
ORD

For a smooth departure from ORD, consider using the 'L' train to avoid traffic delays common around the airport.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
DEL

For a stress-free arrival at DEL, pre-book a hotel airport pickup to avoid crowded sidewalks and language barriers.

Read more about DELby Jessica Macdonald
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Ramsey Qubein

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Delhi from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New Delhi

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to New Delhi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi (average of $765). Flying from Chicago to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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 DEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to New Delhi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 10, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to New Delhi, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 37% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to New Delhi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to New Delhi flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to New Delhi?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to New Delhi chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 43% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to New Delhi on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Munich (MUC) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $549.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to New Delhi?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to New Delhi, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 17h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 29m.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi. Reviews last updated septiembre 10, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Etihad Airways, and United Airlines from Chicago to New Delhi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.8 mi from the city center, New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Delhi from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 22 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Delta, SWISS, and Virgin Atlantic can get you from Chicago to New Delhi in just under 18h. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 34m. The distance from Chicago to New Delhi is about 7465 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    United Airlines, at $566, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to New Delhi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Users have found that United Airlines is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $348. Etihad Airways flights start at $348 while deals on KLM start at $352 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to New Delhi is generally $2,715, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $326. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl), you can expect to pay $635 for that flight.

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

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

    Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers are the most popular attractions in Abu Dhabi if you're in need of something to do during your layover. 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 can book a car rental at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about $22 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Most Istanbul visitors opt to spend their time at Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii. Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii are located about 20.8 mi, 21.7 mi, and 21.5 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those looking to explore during their layover in Istanbul can rent a car from Istanbul for about $44 per day.

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

    Most Zurich visitors opt to spend their time at Lindenhof, Paradeplatz, and Schweizerisches Nationalmuseum. Travelers on a layover in Zurich can visit Lindenhof, Paradeplatz, and Schweizerisches Nationalmuseum, by traveling 5.9 mi, 6.1 mi, and 5.5 mi, respectively after landing at Zurich. Travelers can book a car rental at Zurich for about $57 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to New Delhi 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 New Delhi?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi (average of $765). Flying from Chicago to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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 New Delhi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to New Delhi. 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 septiembre 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$566Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$617Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$635Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$667Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EmiratesCheapest$687Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$707Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$707Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$732Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$736Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$740Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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