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$423+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Chennai (MAA)

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ORD — MAA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai are usually found in April or September, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$813
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$423
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

December

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April

Average price

$1,383

Good round-trip deal

$1,180 or less
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/2212:15 pmORD - MAA
1 stop23h 45mAir India
Wed 8/275:30 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops27h 15mAir India
Deal found 6/9$813
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/263:10 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mLufthansa
Tue 9/167:50 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops28h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$824
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 7/1411:35 amORD - MAA
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/291:15 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops41h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$830
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1211:45 amORD - MAA
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/231:50 amMAA - ORD
2 stops26h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$834
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/32:00 pmORD - MAA
2 stops23h 40mAir Canada
Tue 9/231:55 amMAA - ORD
2 stops43h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$854
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Wed 9/241:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/84:25 amMAA - ORD
1 stop38h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/10$871
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/18:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 25mEmirates
Mon 11/103:45 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 40mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$872
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 11/26:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 11/233:45 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$903
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 9/19:25 pmORD - MAA
3 stops45h 25mSWISS
Tue 9/308:40 pmMAA - ORD
3 stops25h 55mSWISS
Deal found 6/10$937

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/22

12:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Chennai

Wed 8/27

5:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops27h 15m

$813

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

3:10 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

Tue 9/16

7:50 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$824

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/14

11:35 am-5:15 am

2 stops31h 10m

Chennai

Mon 9/29

1:15 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$830

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

11:45 am-12:05 am

2 stops24h 50m

Chennai

Sun 11/23

1:50 am-4:52 pm

2 stops26h 32m

$834

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

2:00 pm-12:10 am

2 stops23h 40m

Chennai

Tue 9/23

1:55 am-11:23 am

2 stops43h 58m

$854

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/24

1:55 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Wed 10/8

4:25 am-8:45 am

1 stop38h 50m

$871

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

8:35 pm-2:30 am

1 stop19h 25m

Chennai

Mon 11/10

3:45 am-2:55 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$872

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

6:55 pm-1:55 am

1 stop19h 30m

Chennai

Mon 11/24

3:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$903

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

9:25 pm-5:20 am

3 stops45h 25m

Chennai

Tue 9/30

8:40 pm-12:05 pm

3 stops25h 55m

$937

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

12:15 pm-5:20 am

1 stop30h 35m

$423

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai, you should look to book at least 66 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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 ORD to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, SWISS and Qatar Airways from Chicago to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 10.2 mi from the center of the city. Chennai is the only Chennai airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 13 airlines have flights to Chennai from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $813, Air India will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $824 and $830, respectively. Users have found that Air India is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air India, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $423. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai? While on average our users pay $1,326, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,157. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chennai), is priced around $449.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights have a layover in Abu Dhabi most often. Abu Dhabi is followed by New Delhi in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai. Doha follows New Delhi in terms of the most frequent layover location on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights.

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

    If you're on a layover in Abu Dhabi and looking for things to do, consider visiting Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, or Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi are located about 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 4.5 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Abu Dhabi can rent one for about $28 per day.

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

    Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib are currently the most popular points of interest in New Delhi at the moment. Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.7 mi, 8.7 mi, and 8.2 mi, respectively from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Those landing in New Delhi looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $51 per day.

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

    Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Doha. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Doha can rent one for about $28 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights have a layover in London the least frequently. London is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai. Dubai comes next as the third least popular layover location for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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 O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$646Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$698Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$728Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$765Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$808Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$827Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IndiGoCheapest$1,031Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,032Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$1,058Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,069Average$1,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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