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ORD — MAA
May 2 — May 91
Sat 5/2
Sat 5/9
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 February, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 April 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$796
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$359
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$844
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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 April 2, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/292:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/1510:15 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop39h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/1$796
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/292:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/84:05 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/1$799
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/191:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 5/510:15 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/29$800
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/292:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/144:05 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/1$802
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sat 4/41:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/229:55 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/29$804
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/62:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 7/154:05 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/31$805
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/22:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/167:05 am
MAA
-
ORD
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$807
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/309:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/169:55 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop28h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/31$808
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 4/21:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop27h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/139:55 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/31$809
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/249:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/84:05 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/30$810
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 3/311:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/149:55 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/28$811
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/161:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/810:15 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/30$812

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 April 2, 2026.
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

Fri 4/17

6:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops34h 10m

Chennai

Fri 5/1

4:20 am-6:40 am

2 stops36h 50m

$1,082

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

8:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops32h 10m

Chennai

Tue 5/5

3:55 am-6:40 am

2 stops37h 15m

$1,101
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/14

7:05 pm-4:55 am

2 stops23h 20m

Chennai

Sun 6/28

8:40 pm-12:00 pm

3 stops25h 50m

$1,572

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

11:25 am-12:00 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Chennai

Thu 4/23

10:10 pm-9:40 am

2 stops46h 00m

$1,895

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

7:20 pm-7:25 am

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Fri 4/24

8:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,934

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

7:20 pm-7:25 am

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Sat 4/25

8:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,934

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

7:20 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops32h 50m

Chennai

Tue 4/28

8:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,934

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

7:20 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops32h 50m

Chennai

Sun 4/26

8:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,934

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

3:40 pm-4:55 am

3 stops26h 45m

Chennai

Wed 5/6

8:40 pm-12:00 pm

3 stops25h 50m

$1,953

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

9:40 pm-4:55 am

3 stops44h 45m

Chennai

Wed 7/29

6:00 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$2,319

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Compare providers for flights from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl to Chennai in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from O'Hare Intl 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 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 March 13, 2026.

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 45 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $623). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $894). 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 April 2, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

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 April 2, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,553 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,553 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,553 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,553 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
1,431 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,553 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
7,885 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,553 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,972 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,553 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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 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. 9 airlines have flights to Chennai from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in 23h 20m. Fly via Qatar Airways, SWISS, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Chennai is about 8558 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $611, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air India and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $690 and $729, respectively. Users have found that Cathay Pacific is 41% 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 $292. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai for a low price.

  • 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 $66 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 Frankfurt am Main the least frequently. Frankfurt am Main is followed by Dubai in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $623). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $894). 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 O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Discover the top 9 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 April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$611Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$690Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$729Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$776Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$803Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$805Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$832Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$874Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$917Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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