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$538+ 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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — ORD
Jun 16 — Jun 231
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Illinois

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 May 17, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/164:05 pm
MAA
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ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 1/78:20 pm
ORD
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MAA
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$890
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 6/1610:15 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/109:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop36h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/14$894
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/154:05 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/72:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/13$895
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/254:05 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/319:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/13$896
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 7/810:15 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/118:20 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/14$905
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/33:40 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/242:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$907
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/273:40 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/232:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$908
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/249:55 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 9/252:00 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$910
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Fri 7/104:05 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 1/58:20 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$912
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Thu 5/283:40 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/249:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$913
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 5/279:55 pm
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/249:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$915
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1710:15 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop39h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/179:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/15$916

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 May 17, 2026.

Round-trip from

$890
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$538
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,015
From Chennai to Illinois
One-way flight from Chennai to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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 May 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Illinois that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 5/30

4:05 am-8:35 am

1 stop39h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/18

9:10 pm-2:25 am

1 stop18h 45m

$964

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 9/14

10:05 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/4

7:45 pm-2:15 am

1 stop19h 00m

$999
Quickest round-trip

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 9/16

4:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/4

7:45 pm-2:15 am

1 stop19h 00m

$999

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Fri 5/29

3:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/25

2:00 pm-2:25 am

1 stop25h 55m

$1,001

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Fri 9/25

10:05 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/14

7:45 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$1,032

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sun 9/27

4:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/9

7:45 pm-2:15 am

1 stop19h 00m

$1,049

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 5/27

4:05 am-8:35 am

1 stop39h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/26

9:10 pm-2:25 am

1 stop18h 45m

$1,053

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 8/3

3:55 am-3:05 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/19

6:50 pm-2:30 am

1 stop20h 10m

$1,073

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sun 6/7

3:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/24

8:20 pm-2:30 am

1 stop18h 40m

$1,078

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Fri 5/29

3:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/23

2:00 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$1,121

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Illinois

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Illinois?

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chennai to Illinois. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of $408). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $985). 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 May 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Chennai to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

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?

    Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways can get you from Chennai to Illinois in just under 28h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 50m. 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?

    $379 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $399 and $434, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of $408). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $985). 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 5 airlines flying from Chennai to Illinois

Discover the top 5 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 May 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$774Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$806Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air IndiaCheapest$815Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$821Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$953Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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