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$352+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MAA
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Chennai

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrer 13, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
dl. 2/162:35 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
dc. 3/43:25 pm
MAA
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ORD
1 stop27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$738
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dt. 3/102:10 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop37h 30m
Etihad Airways
dl. 3/163:25 pm
MAA
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ORD
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/10$740
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
dc. 9/24:00 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop45h 05m
Cathay Pacific
dv. 9/2512:50 am
MAA
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ORD
1 stop23h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/13$741
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dl. 2/231:10 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
dj. 3/53:25 pm
MAA
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ORD
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/10$745
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
dg. 2/221:10 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop31h 30m
Etihad Airways
dg. 3/83:25 pm
MAA
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ORD
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/13$749
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
dg. 2/221:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 30m
Etihad Airways
dc. 3/43:25 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/13$750
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
dt. 3/31:10 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop19h 15m
Etihad Airways
dc. 3/189:40 pm
MAA
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ORD
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/10$751
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
dc. 3/182:10 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop31h 30m
Etihad Airways
dc. 4/110:15 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/12$752
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dc. 2/251:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 15m
Etihad Airways
dc. 3/189:40 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/10$753
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dj. 2/261:10 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop38h 30m
Etihad Airways
dc. 3/43:25 pm
MAA
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ORD
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/10$754
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
dg. 3/16:00 pm
ORD
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MAA
2 stops27h 15m
Lufthansa
dj. 3/51:50 am
MAA
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ORD
1 stop25h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/12$755
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dj. 2/266:00 pm
ORD
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MAA
2 stops27h 15m
Lufthansa
dj. 3/51:50 am
MAA
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ORD
1 stop23h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/11$756

Find flight deals from Illinois to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated febrer 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$740
(oojo)

One-way from

$352
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$815
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Chennai flight deals.
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From Illinois to Chennai
One-way flight from Illinois to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ds. 8/1

7:05 pm-8:45 am

2 stops51h 10m

Chennai

dl. 8/31

6:00 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$784

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ds. 8/1

7:05 pm-8:45 am

2 stops51h 10m

Chennai

dt. 9/1

6:00 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$784

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ds. 8/1

7:05 pm-8:45 am

2 stops51h 10m

Chennai

dg. 8/30

6:00 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$784

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dg. 3/1

6:50 pm-8:45 am

2 stops50h 25m

Chennai

dt. 3/17

6:00 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$784

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dl. 3/23

10:05 pm-8:55 am

3 stops48h 20m

Chennai

dl. 4/6

8:40 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops29h 45m

$804

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dl. 4/6

9:20 pm-4:55 am

3 stops45h 05m

Chennai

dj. 5/14

8:40 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$804

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dv. 2/27

9:15 pm-8:45 am

3 stops48h 00m

Chennai

dl. 3/16

6:00 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$804

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dl. 4/20

9:20 pm-4:55 am

3 stops45h 05m

Chennai

dj. 5/28

8:40 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$804

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dl. 3/30

5:55 pm-8:45 am

2 stops28h 20m

Chennai

dt. 4/7

1:55 am-12:55 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$808

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dg. 8/2

2:20 pm-4:55 am

2 stops28h 05m

Chennai

dl. 8/31

1:55 am-7:55 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$810

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Chennai

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Chennai (average of $627). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 febrer 13, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Chennai in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Chennai?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Illinois. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Chennai?

    Departing from Illinois to Chennai will take you 29h 37m. The distance between Illinois and Chennai is about 8804 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Chennai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $292. Etihad Airways flights start at $350 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $359 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Chennai?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Chennai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Chennai (average of $627). Flying from Illinois 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 9 airlines flying from Illinois to Chennai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 febrer 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$598Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$688Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$733Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$790Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$804Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$832Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$912Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$945Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
SWISSCheapest$1,058Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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