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$379+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Illinois

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — ORD
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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 diciembre 3, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1712:25 amMAA - ORD
2 stops26h 15mAir France
jue. 1/85:20 pmORD - MAA
2 stops27h 00mAir France
Deal found 12/2$741
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/1212:25 amMAA - ORD
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/314:25 pmORD - MAA
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$742
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/138:10 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops29h 40mKLM
sáb. 1/314:25 pmORD - MAA
2 stops28h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/1$743
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
mié. 12/173:55 amMAA - ORD
1 stop39h 10mEtihad Airways
jue. 1/81:10 pmORD - MAA
1 stop38h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/3$859
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/188:30 pmMAA - ORD
2 stops33h 25mIndiGo
jue. 1/88:20 pmORD - MAA
2 stops34h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 12/1$873

Find flight deals from Chennai to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$739
(KLM)

One-way from

$379
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,226
From Chennai to Illinois
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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 diciembre 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Illinois that are best for you.

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ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

mar. 3/10

8:30 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/17

6:20 pm-5:20 am

2 stops24h 30m

$739

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

sáb. 12/13

8:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 1/31

4:25 pm-8:25 am

2 stops28h 30m

$743

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

mar. 3/24

1:50 am-4:20 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/15

4:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop21h 35m

$834

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

mié. 2/4

9:40 pm-7:35 am

1 stop21h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/8

1:10 pm-8:10 am

1 stop31h 30m

$861

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

mar. 3/24

10:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 4/17

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$861

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

vie. 3/27

10:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/12

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$861

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

sáb. 3/28

4:10 pm-8:45 am

1 stop27h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/16

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$861

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

jue. 3/26

9:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/18

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$861

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

jue. 3/26

10:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/16

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$861

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

sáb. 3/21

3:55 am-8:35 am

1 stop39h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/16

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$861

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Deals found on 11/30

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of $718). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,040). 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.

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

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 diciembre 3, 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
3,432 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,678 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,326 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,557 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,950 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Illinois. 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 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?

    KLM, Lufthansa, and Etihad Airways can get you from Chennai to Illinois in just under 21h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 15m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Illinois one-way?

    $339 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $410 and $435, respectively.

  • 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.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of $718). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,040). 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 diciembre 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$806Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air IndiaCheapest$818Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$845Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$863Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$933Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$980Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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