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$490+ 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MAA
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Chennai are usually found in April or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 November 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$783
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$490
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,083

Good round-trip deal

$1,180 or less
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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 November 20, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/42:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$783
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/32:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 3/22:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$784
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 11/282:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/292:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$807
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 11/222:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 11/292:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$811
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 11/302:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/232:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$812
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/22:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/62:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$834
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/282:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 1/282:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$835
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/22:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/102:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$860
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/52:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 3/52:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$885
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/62:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$908
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/22:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 12/132:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$909
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/12:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/112:00 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/19$910

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 November 20, 2025.
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 1/22

5:10 pm-5:35 am

1 stop24h 55m

Chennai

Sat 1/31

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$811

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

9:05 pm-8:45 am

3 stops48h 10m

Chennai

Sun 2/22

6:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$818

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

5:10 pm-5:35 am

1 stop24h 55m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

7:35 am-12:32 pm

2 stops40h 27m

$849

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

9:05 pm-8:45 am

3 stops48h 10m

Chennai

Tue 2/3

6:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$905

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

9:05 pm-8:45 am

3 stops48h 10m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

6:00 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$905

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

6:35 pm-8:45 am

3 stops50h 40m

Chennai

Thu 3/5

6:00 pm-12:10 pm

3 stops29h 40m

$1,010

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

6:25 pm-5:35 am

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Wed 12/10

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$1,022

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

3:50 pm-5:35 am

2 stops26h 15m

Chennai

Mon 12/8

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$1,027

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

2:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

Sat 12/6

2:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$1,061

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

7:40 pm-5:35 am

2 stops46h 25m

Chennai

Wed 12/10

7:35 am-2:00 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$1,078

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.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 Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >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 Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Chennai. Price data was last updated on November 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Chennai, you should look to book at least 81 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.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chennai (average of $681). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $910). 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 November 20, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Chicago to Chennai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Chennai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Chennai flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon 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 Chennai?

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.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 43% 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.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $800.

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 13m.

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 Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 09m.

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 November 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad 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
3,419 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,308 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,579 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,943 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,419 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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. 10 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 24h 55m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $811. 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 $684 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air India and Etihad Airways, starting at $696 and $754 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Chennai for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chennai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,157. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chennai) can be booked for $614 on average, our data indicates $1,326 when flying from Chicago to Chennai.

  • 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. New Delhi sees the next most layovers on Chicago to Chennai flights. Doha 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, Emirates Park Zoo, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi more than anywhere else. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi can be visited by traveling about 21.1 mi, 7.9 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 $26.

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

    If you're on a layover in New Delhi and looking for things to do, consider visiting Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, or Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib can be visited by traveling about 8.7 mi, 8.7 mi, and 8.2 mi respectively from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Travelers in need of a car in New Delhi can rent one for about $75 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 London. Chicago to Chennai flights stopping in Frankfurt am Main are the next rarest. Dubai follows Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least frequent layover locations on 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chennai (average of $681). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $910). 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 Chennai

Discover the top 10 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 November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$684Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$696Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$754Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$763Average$1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$791Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$835Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$895Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$1,020Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,069Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
SWISSCheapest$1,088Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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