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$429+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MAA
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 4, 2026.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sat 9/195:00 pm -
1 stop24h 00m
Thu 10/155:35 am -
1 stop23h 10m
Deal found 8/1$943
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 10/174:15 pm -
1 stop44h 50m
Sun 11/82:00 am -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 8/2$947
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Thu 9/174:15 pm -
1 stop44h 50m
Fri 10/1612:50 am -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 8/1$948
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/218:00 pm -
2 stops32h 10m
Mon 10/58:15 am -
2 stops42h 25m
Deal found 8/2$949
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Wed 8/264:00 pm -
1 stop45h 05m
Thu 9/1712:50 am -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 8/1$952
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/184:15 pm -
1 stop44h 50m
Wed 10/1412:50 am -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 8/1$957
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 10/67:20 pm -
1 stop20h 50m
Tue 10/274:05 am -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 7/31$958
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Thu 11/192:35 pm -
1 stop22h 30m
Tue 12/82:00 am -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 8/3$960
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:35 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Tue 9/224:05 am -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 7/31$961
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/138:25 pm -
1 stop19h 55m
Wed 9/99:55 pm -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 7/30$962
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:25 pm -
1 stop19h 55m
Mon 9/79:55 pm -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 7/30$963
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:25 pm -
1 stop19h 55m
Thu 9/109:55 pm -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 7/30$964

Find flight deals from Chicago to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 August 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$943
(British Airways)

One-way from

$429
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$960
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Chennai that are best for you.

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ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/24

7:20 pm-2:40 am

1 stop20h 50m

Chennai

Mon 9/28

4:20 am-3:05 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,020

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/24

1:19 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 41m

Chennai

Wed 9/30

5:35 am-1:50 pm

1 stop42h 45m

$1,047

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/9

8:00 pm-7:25 am

2 stops48h 55m

Chennai

Fri 10/23

8:15 am-4:10 pm

2 stops42h 25m

$1,070

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/8

12:00 pm-3:30 am

2 stops29h 00m

Chennai

Thu 10/22

5:35 am-6:15 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$1,073

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/11

7:20 pm-2:40 am

1 stop20h 50m

Chennai

Mon 10/26

4:05 am-5:40 am

2 stops36h 05m

$1,091

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/30

7:50 pm-2:30 am

1 stop20h 10m

Chennai

Fri 11/13

4:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,100

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

8:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops32h 10m

Chennai

Thu 9/24

4:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$1,156

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

8:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops32h 10m

Chennai

Tue 9/22

4:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$1,156

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/24

8:00 am-2:50 am

2 stops32h 20m

Chennai

Mon 10/19

4:05 am-5:40 am

2 stops36h 05m

$1,156

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

6:00 am-12:45 am

3 stops32h 15m

Chennai

Tue 9/29

9:05 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$1,280

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Chennai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Chennai in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Indian EaglePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Cheapflights Insights

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 $845). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,642). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 August 4, 2026.

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 typical for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Chennai flights typically cost between $858 and $1,203 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $943 on British Airways (Sep 19-Oct 19).

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

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 46% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Chennai on Cheapflights.

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

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

Dubai (DXB) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $745.

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

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 19h 23m.

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

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

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

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 August 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,641 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,641 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,641 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,641 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,641 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,177 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,641 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,147 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,641 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 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. 7 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 20h 50m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,020. 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 $664 and $729 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Chennai for 40% 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 Etihad Airways ($310), Air India ($335), and Cathay Pacific ($407).

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

    Chicago to Chennai flights have a layover in Abu Dhabi most of the time. Doha sees the next most layovers on Chicago to Chennai flights. Dubai sees the third most layovers on flights 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 Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque more than anywhere else. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque can be visited by traveling about 21.1 mi, 4.5 mi, and 11.2 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 $25.

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

    Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and Burj Al Arab are located about 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 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 $28 per day.

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

    Of the flights from Chicago to Chennai that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Frankfurt am Main. Chicago to Chennai flights stopping in New Delhi are the next rarest.

  • 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 $845). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,642). 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 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$611Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$664Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$729Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$766Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$801Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$828Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$830Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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