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$551+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Chennai (MAA)

CHI — MAA
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Chennai

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Chennai

Thu 11/199:45 am -
1 stop27h 55m
Tue 12/110:05 am -
2 stops33h 05m
Deal found 11/1$890
Thu 11/127:45 pm -
1 stop25h 00m
Thu 12/39:50 am -
1 stop40h 50m
Deal found 11/2$902
Thu 11/59:45 am -
1 stop27h 55m
Tue 11/1710:05 am -
2 stops33h 05m
Deal found 10/31$908
Sat 11/289:45 am -
1 stop27h 55m
Thu 12/1710:05 am -
2 stops33h 05m
Deal found 10/30$936
Fri 11/136:50 pm -
2 stops32h 00m
Tue 2/27:10 am -
2 stops43h 25m
Deal found 10/30$954
Thu 11/2611:00 am -
2 stops21h 20m
Thu 12/109:55 am -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 10/31$976
Tue 11/2411:00 am -
2 stops21h 20m
Fri 12/114:05 pm -
1 stop27h 00m
Deal found 11/2$987
Sun 11/81:15 pm -
1 stop38h 20m
Wed 12/29:55 am -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 11/1$988
Sat 11/281:15 pm -
1 stop38h 20m
Fri 12/254:05 pm -
1 stop27h 00m
Deal found 10/31$1,004
Sat 11/281:15 pm -
1 stop31h 20m
Tue 12/89:55 am -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 11/1$1,019
Tue 11/242:10 pm -
1 stop22h 55m
Mon 12/72:00 am -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 10/31$1,020

Find flight deals from Chicago to Chennai

Most accurate provider

Indian Eagle
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Indian Eagle
3 stars

Round-trip from

$890
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$551
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,041
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Chennai flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Chennai flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to Chennai
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/10

6:50 pm-2:30 am

1 stop20h 10m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$674

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/7

4:25 pm-8:15 am

2 stops28h 20m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$709

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

2:10 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 55m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$720

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/2

4:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 15m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$760

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/13

6:30 pm-8:40 am

3 stops50h 40m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$762

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/27

4:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 15m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$770

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

4:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops28h 50m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$786

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/4

11:45 am-8:20 am

3 stops33h 05m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$853

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/28

9:35 pm-8:40 am

3 stops47h 35m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$871

ChicagoChennai

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MAA Chennai

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/4

10:35 pm-12:05 am

1 stop38h 00m

Chennai

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$962

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Chennai

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Chennai in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Indian EaglePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of Indian Eagle to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Indian Eagle Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Indian Eagle >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust Indian Eagle the most. Indian Eagle 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-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Chennai

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chennai (average of $850). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 MAA?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Chicago to Chennai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Chennai flights typically cost between $963 and $1,133 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $890 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 19-Dec 1).

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 47% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Chennai on Cheapflights.

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $728.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Chennai?

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 19h 25m.

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

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 48m.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Chennai, you should look to book at least 47 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Chicago to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Chicago?

    Chennai (MAA), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Chennai. 9 airlines have flights to Chennai from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Chennai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Chennai?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Chennai can take about 19h 05m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,541. There are 8558 mi between Chicago and Chennai. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Chennai is Cathay Pacific. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $611 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air India and Etihad Airways, starting at $631 and $738 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Chennai for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Chennai are Air India ($335), Etihad Airways ($341), and Cathay Pacific ($407).

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

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

    Abu Dhabi travelers tend to visit Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi more than anywhere else. Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi can be visited by traveling about 5.2 mi, 21.1 mi, and 4.5 mi respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those on a layover in Abu Dhabi in need of a rental car can book one at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about $31.

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

    Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and Gold Souq are located about 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can rent a car from Dubai Intl for about $26 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chennai (average of $850). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 9 airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$611Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$631Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$738Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$812Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$820Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$830Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$943Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Oman AirCheapest$982Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,223Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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