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$538+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Illinois

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MAA — ORD
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$980
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$538
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,205

Good round-trip deal

$1,183 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 12/19:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop20h 15mAir India
Thu 2/511:00 amORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mAir India
Deal found 4/23$998
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:35 amMAA - ORD
2 stops35h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 2/56:45 pmORD - MAA
1 stop23h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/23$1,000
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/231:30 amMAA - ORD
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/206:35 pmORD - MAA
2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,003
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 6/114:40 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops35h 45mIndiGo
Wed 8/2011:45 pmORD - MAA
2 stops29h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 4/23$1,010
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1910:05 amMAA - ORD
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Sat 8/21:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop32h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/23$1,012
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 6/13:55 amMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 10/227:40 pmORD - MAA
1 stop27h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/23$1,049
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/210:00 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop28h 15mEmirates
Thu 10/308:45 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 00mEmirates
Deal found 4/23$1,058
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/18:40 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops29h 45mSWISS
Mon 6/307:05 pmORD - MAA
2 stops51h 20mSWISS
Deal found 4/23$1,069
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/131:55 amMAA - ORD
1 stop28h 30mLufthansa
Tue 11/43:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 4/22$1,088
This Yatra.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Yatra.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/131:55 amMAA - ORD
2 stops28h 47mAir Canada
Thu 6/59:14 pmORD - MAA
2 stops40h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$1,198
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 6/101:15 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops37h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/94:56 pmORD - MAA
2 stops30h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,218
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/175:35 amMAA - STL
2 stops28h 49mBritish Airways
Tue 12/95:55 pmSTL - MAA
2 stops24h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/21$1,265

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Illinois 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 6/17

5:35 am-1:50 pm

1 stop42h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

9:15 pm-3:30 am

1 stop19h 45m

$980

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 7/7

10:05 am-8:45 am

1 stop33h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

1:55 pm-8:30 am

1 stop32h 05m

$991

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 5/31

1:30 am-2:25 pm

1 stop23h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

6:45 pm-12:15 am

2 stops43h 00m

$1,002

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 6/18

10:30 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

11:45 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,008

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 6/16

1:55 am-12:55 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

4:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop21h 40m

$1,021

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 5/29

3:55 am-9:54 pm

2 stops28h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/14

7:20 pm-2:50 am

1 stop21h 00m

$1,023

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 6/2

10:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

8:45 pm-2:15 am

1 stop19h 00m

$1,058

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 5/31

1:55 am-7:59 am

2 stops40h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

10:40 am-12:10 am

2 stops27h 00m

$1,192

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 6/2

8:40 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/9

8:15 pm-5:20 am

3 stops46h 35m

$1,195

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 6/10

1:15 pm-4:18 pm

2 stops37h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/9

4:56 pm-10:05 am

2 stops30h 39m

$1,218

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chennai to Illinois, such as Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Emirates. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

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
1,453 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

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
1,290 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,205 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
325 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,582 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

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 Chennai to Illinois. 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 from for flights from Chennai to Illinois?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Chennai to Illinois. It is only a 10.2 mi journey to Chennai (MAA) from Chennai’s city center.

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

    $538 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and IndiGo, with prices starting from $589 and $608, respectively.

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

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Illinois?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,183. While the most popular route (Chennai - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $848 on average our data indicates $1,183 when flying from Chennai to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 6 airlines flying from Chennai to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Illinois. 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$868Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$872Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$880Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$935Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$991Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$1,041Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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