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$518+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Illinois

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Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$897
(British Airways)

One-way from

$518
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,011

Good round-trip deal

$1,183 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/267:35 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 40mBritish Airways
Sat 2/144:45 pmORD - MAA
2 stops25h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$897
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/251:50 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/146:50 pmORD - MAA
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$898
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 9/213:45 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop27h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/61:55 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/16$899
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/271:50 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 11/292:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/15$902
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/251:30 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/242:35 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/15$903
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/221:50 amMAA - ORD
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/137:15 amORD - MAA
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$904
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/231:30 amMAA - ORD
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/156:00 amORD - MAA
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$905
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/281:50 amMAA - ORD
1 stop25h 00mLufthansa
Wed 11/264:20 pmORD - MAA
2 stops29h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 9/15$908
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/188:40 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops26h 20mAir India
Fri 1/161:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop22h 50mAir India
Deal found 9/15$910
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/1612:55 pmMAA - ORD
1 stop30h 55mAir India
Wed 2/181:30 pmORD - MAA
1 stop28h 20mAir India
Deal found 9/15$913
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/238:40 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops26h 20mAir India
Wed 5/1312:00 pmORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mAir India
Deal found 9/15$921
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/810:00 pmMAA - STL
2 stops36h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/269:53 amSTL - MAA
2 stops34h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,111

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Illinois 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Illinois that are best for you.

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Chennai

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 11/22

1:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

8:46 pm-12:35 am

2 stops40h 19m

$903

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 10/28

1:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

2:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

$903

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 2/7

1:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

7:09 am-12:35 am

2 stops30h 56m

$903

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 10/30

1:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/25

2:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

$903

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 10/30

1:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

2:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

$903

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sun 10/26

1:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

2:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

$903

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 10/28

1:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

2:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

$903

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 11/22

1:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/13

7:15 am-12:15 am

2 stops30h 30m

$904

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 11/22

1:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

8:46 pm-12:35 am

2 stops40h 19m

$904

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Fri 10/31

1:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

1:49 pm-12:35 am

2 stops47h 16m

$904

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/16

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from Chennai to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,339 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,339 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,339 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,339 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,339 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,932 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,339 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to Illinois?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Chennai to Illinois. It is only a 10.2 mi journey to Chennai (MAA) from Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Illinois?

    Cathay Pacific, British Airways, and Lufthansa can get you from Chennai to Illinois in just under 22h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25h 06m. The distance from Chennai to Illinois is about 8558 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    While some choose either Chennai - Lambert-St Louis or Chennai - Chicago Midway, Chennai - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Chennai to Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Illinois?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,183. While the most popular route (Chennai - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $795 on average, our data indicates $1,183 when flying from Chennai to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 6 airlines flying from Chennai to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Illinois. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$806Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air IndiaCheapest$820Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$863Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$876Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$933Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$986Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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