$373+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MAA
Jul 30 — Aug 61

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The best prices from Chicago to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 July 25, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$737
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$373
(Indian Eagle)
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Chennai
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Chennai

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Chennai?

Flights from Chicago to Chennai are found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chennai.

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

To save up to 24% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 54 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Chicago to Chennai from $1,134 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,154 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Chennai. Flights to Chennai from Chicago in September are about $1,151 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $605.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to MAA?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Chicago to Chennai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Cheap Chicago to Chennai flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Chennai specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Chicago to Chennai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 7/291:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/224:50 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$807
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/161:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/2110:10 amMAA - ORD
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$815
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/311:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop32h 35mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/1410:10 amMAA - ORD
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$819
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/161:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/2810:10 amMAA - ORD
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$820
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/191:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop39h 15mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/710:10 amMAA - ORD
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$821
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/71:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 9/189:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$823
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/161:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop26h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/219:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$826
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/307:15 amORD - MAA
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/85:10 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$837
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/251:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/104:50 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$850

Chicago to Chennai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Chennai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Chicago to Chennai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 7/291:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 9/189:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$807
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 10/51:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop32h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/209:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$809
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 10/23:45 pmORD - MAA
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/301:45 amMAA - ORD
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$814
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/161:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/2110:10 amMAA - ORD
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$815
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/71:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/239:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$819
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/161:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/2810:10 amMAA - ORD
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$820
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/191:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/84:50 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$821
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/71:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 9/189:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$823
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/71:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/229:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$825

Chicago to Chennai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Chennai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Chicago to Chennai. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 7/301:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 9/189:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/23$807
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/31:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop26h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/159:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$819
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/31:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/154:50 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$969
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/313:35 pmORD - MAA
2 stops22h 05mLufthansa
Tue 9/171:50 amMAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 7/24$990
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 8/310:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop39h 10mLufthansa
Sat 9/141:50 amMAA - ORD
2 stops45h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/24$1,046
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 7/311:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/249:15 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,078
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 7/3110:55 amORD - MAA
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/231:50 amMAA - ORD
2 stops27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,083
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 7/301:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/214:45 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,106
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/310:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop39h 10mLufthansa
Sat 9/141:50 amMAA - ORD
2 stops45h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/25$1,107

One-way flights to Chennai from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Chicago to Chennai, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. For those needing a return trip from Chicago, there is a search form available above.
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/2612:00 pmORD - MAA
Nonstop34h 15mUndisclosed Carrier
Deal found 7/25$373
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/241:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop32h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$375
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/181:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop26h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$378
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/31:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop26h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$385
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/141:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$386
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 7/301:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/24$387
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 7/301:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/25$389
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/2312:00 pmORD - MAA
Nonstop21h 50mUndisclosed Carrier
Deal found 7/24$393
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 8/1912:00 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mAir India
Deal found 7/25$402

Find flights from Chicago to Chennai within your budget

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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$737 - $895

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Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/15

1 stop22h 50m

Chennai

Thu 11/28

1 stop22h 10m

$737

Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/8

2 stops31h 50m

Chennai

Tue 9/17

2 stops27h 39m

$740

Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/8

2 stops35h 55m

Chennai

Tue 9/24

2 stops26h 54m

$753

Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/3

1 stop32h 35m

Chennai

Thu 11/7

1 stop39h 55m

$759

Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

1 stop19h 35m

Chennai

Tue 4/8

1 stop21h 35m

$788

Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/28

1 stop36h 55m

Chennai

Mon 11/11

1 stop22h 40m

$807

Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/8

Nonstop40h 50m

Chennai

Tue 9/24

Nonstop32h 05m

$838

Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/3

1 stop21h 55m

Chennai

Mon 10/7

2 stops27h 17m

$843

Chicago O'Hare IntlChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/29

2 stops35h 45m

Chennai

Sat 11/2

2 stops33h 53m

$895

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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 July 23, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Chennai, you should look to book at least 61 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.
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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 July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Chennai flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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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Temperature and rainfall in Chennai by month

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

MAA

Temperature

77 - 91.4 °F

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 July 25, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Undisclosed Carrier from Chicago to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very good
1,367 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.2
Very good
1,367 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,367 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.1
Very good
3,754 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,367 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.9
Good
1,417 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,367 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.8
Good
945 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,367 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

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. 16 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.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Chennai for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Chennai for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Cathay Pacific for just $737, but on average you can expect to pay $777.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Chennai for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Chennai under $900. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Chennai is less than $982.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Chennai for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Chennai within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • 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 $737 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at $740 and $759 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 airlines to fly from Chicago to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Chennai are Undisclosed Carrier ($373), Etihad Airways ($375), and Air India ($402).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chennai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $388. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chennai) can be booked for $741 on average our data indicates $904 when flying from Chicago to Chennai.

  • What does ORD to MAA mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ORD to MAA flight. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • 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 Emirates Palace, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo more than anywhere else. Emirates Palace, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo can be visited by traveling about 21.1 mi, 11.2 mi, and 7.9 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 Humayun's Tomb. Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Humayun's Tomb can be visited by traveling about 8.7 mi, 8.7 mi, and 9.5 mi respectively from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Travelers in need of a car in New Delhi can rent one for about $44 per day.

  • 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 $24 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 extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Chennai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Chennai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Chennai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Chennai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Chennai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Chennai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Chennai flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Chennai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Chennai?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Chennai (average of $971). Flying from Chicago to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$636Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$712Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$731Average$1,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$759Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$808Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$816Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$817Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$859Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$911Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$988Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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