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$451+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Illinois

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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — ORD
Jan 19 — Jan 261
Sun 1/19
Sun 1/26
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Illinois (USIL). 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 January 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$915
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$451
(American Airlines)
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Mon 5/195:25 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/201:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$915
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/36:10 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops31h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 2/179:45 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/12$921
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Tue 6/34:05 amMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 9/17:40 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/13$928
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Thu 4/39:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 8/21:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop32h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/13$958
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 4/71:55 amMAA - ORD
1 stop28h 30mLufthansa
Wed 8/64:00 pmORD - MAA
1 stop21h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 1/13$969
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Sun 4/2010:00 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop28h 15mEmirates
Tue 10/218:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop25h 00mEmirates
Deal found 1/13$1,040
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/12:35 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops37h 50mIndiGo
Fri 8/17:50 pmORD - MAA
2 stops35h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 1/14$1,143

Find flights from Chennai to Illinois within your budget

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 January 14, 2025.

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ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 5/19

5:25 pm-7:25 am

1 stop24h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

1:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop38h 45m

$915

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 2/3

6:10 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/17

9:45 pm-5:35 am

1 stop20h 20m

$921

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 6/3

4:05 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

7:40 pm-2:50 am

1 stop20h 40m

$928

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 4/3

9:45 pm-8:55 am

1 stop21h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/2

1:55 pm-8:35 am

1 stop32h 10m

$958

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 4/7

1:55 am-7:55 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

4:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop21h 40m

$969

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sun 4/20

10:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

8:35 pm-8:05 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,040

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 4/1

2:35 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops37h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/1

7:50 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$1,143

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 5/27

4:20 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$451

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 5/26

4:00 pm-10:49 am

2 stops29h 19m

$464

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 5/26

4:20 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$471

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Illinois

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Travel insights for flights from Chennai to Illinois

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

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 $320). 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 January 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chennai to Illinois, such as Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Lufthansa. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

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
1,447 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

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
3,345 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

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.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
337 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

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.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,109 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

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
821 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,447 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

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 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?

    $464 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from $471 and $484, 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 $869 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 $320). 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 January 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$863Average$1,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$897Average$1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$898Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air IndiaCheapest$906Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$940Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,039Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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