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Cheap flights from Chicago to Chennai from ₹ 28,796

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12:00 - 22:55ORD-MAA
24h 25m1 stop
21:05 - 07:25MAA-ORD
20h 50m1 stop
₹ 63,733Air India
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Mon, 24 Mar - Wed, 7 May
12:00 - 23:35ORD-MAA
25h 05m1 stop
20:40 - 07:25MAA-ORD
21h 15m1 stop
₹ 63,819Air India
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Tue, 22 Apr - Tue, 13 May
14:10 - 20:20ORD-MAA
19h 40m1 stop
10:05 - 08:55MAA-ORD
33h 20m1 stop
₹ 65,635Etihad Airways
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Sun, 23 Mar - Thu, 3 Apr
14:10 - 20:20ORD-MAA
19h 40m1 stop
16:30 - 08:55MAA-ORD
26h 55m1 stop
₹ 65,808Etihad Airways
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Sun, 23 Mar - Wed, 7 May
19:50 - 02:25ORD-MAA
20h 05m1 stop
04:20 - 15:25MAA-ORD
21h 35m1 stop
₹ 67,883Qatar Airways
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Sun, 23 Mar - Sun, 11 May
19:50 - 01:55ORD-MAA
19h 35m1 stop
04:20 - 15:25MAA-ORD
21h 35m1 stop
₹ 70,737Qatar Airways
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Thu, 27 Mar - Thu, 17 Apr
14:55 - 00:10ORD-MAA
22h 45m1 stop
01:55 - 14:55MAA-ORD
23h 30m1 stop
₹ 72,294Lufthansa
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Mon, 12 May - Sat, 24 May
14:55 - 00:10ORD-MAA
22h 45m1 stop
01:55 - 14:55MAA-ORD
23h 30m1 stop
₹ 72,726Lufthansa
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Mon, 12 May - Tue, 27 May
20:45 - 02:15ORD-MAA
19h 00m1 stop
04:00 - 15:45MAA-ORD
22h 15m1 stop
₹ 81,633Emirates
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Wed, 26 Mar - Fri, 11 Apr
20:45 - 02:15ORD-MAA
19h 00m1 stop
04:00 - 15:45MAA-ORD
22h 15m1 stop
₹ 85,957Emirates
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Sat, 22 Mar - Thu, 10 Apr
11:00 - 22:55ORD-MAA
24h 25m1 stop
₹ 28,796Air India
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Wed, 12 Feb
13:55 - 20:05ORD-MAA
19h 40m1 stop
₹ 31,564Etihad Airways
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Sun, 30 Mar
13:16 - 14:55MDW-MAA
38h 09m2 stops
₹ 37,530
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Wed, 12 Feb
05:50 - 20:20ORD-MAA
27h 00m2 stops
₹ 38,049
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Thu, 6 Feb
16:14 - 05:15ORD-MAA
25h 31m2 stops
₹ 38,914American Airlines
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Thu, 20 Feb
16:25 - 05:15ORD-MAA
25h 20m2 stops
₹ 44,535American Airlines
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Fri, 7 Mar
19:45 - 02:15ORD-MAA
19h 00m1 stop
₹ 47,302Emirates
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Mon, 27 Jan
22:30 - 00:10ORD-MAA
39h 10m1 stop
₹ 61,657Lufthansa
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Mon, 7 Jul
22:30 - 00:10ORD-MAA
39h 10m1 stop
₹ 65,376Lufthansa
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Thu, 3 Jul
20:35 - 02:30ORD-MAA
19h 25m1 stop
₹ 75,580Emirates
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Mon, 30 Jun
20:40 - 05:15ORD-MAA
45h 05m2 stops
14:35 - 17:38MAA-ORD
38h 33m2 stops
₹ 76,444American Airlines
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Sat, 25 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
20:40 - 05:15ORD-MAA
45h 05m2 stops
16:00 - 10:47MAA-ORD
30h 17m2 stops
₹ 77,309American Airlines
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Sat, 25 Jan - Tue, 4 Feb
15:55 - 00:05ORD-MAA
20h 40m1 stop
19:50 - 18:25MAA-ORD
34h 05m2 stops
₹ 84,746Lufthansa
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Thu, 23 Jan - Thu, 6 Feb
15:15 - 00:05ORD-MAA
21h 20m1 stop
19:50 - 13:25MAA-ORD
29h 05m2 stops
₹ 85,178Lufthansa
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Thu, 23 Jan - Wed, 5 Mar
11:00 - 20:20ORD-MAA
21h 50m1 stop
15:55 - 06:30MAA-ORD
26h 05m1 stop
₹ 92,356Air India
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Thu, 23 Jan - Thu, 6 Feb
11:00 - 19:10ORD-MAA
20h 40m1 stop
21:45 - 06:30MAA-ORD
20h 15m1 stop
₹ 94,604Air India
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Mon, 27 Jan - Mon, 17 Feb
19:45 - 20:10ORD-MAA
36h 55m1 stop
21:40 - 14:55MAA-ORD
28h 45m1 stop
₹ 108,959Emirates
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Mon, 27 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb
13:10 - 20:20ORD-MAA
19h 40m1 stop
16:15 - 08:25MAA-ORD
27h 40m1 stop
₹ 110,602Etihad Airways
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Sun, 26 Jan - Wed, 19 Feb
13:10 - 20:20ORD-MAA
19h 40m1 stop
03:50 - 08:25MAA-ORD
40h 05m1 stop
₹ 116,137Etihad Airways
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Mon, 27 Jan - Sun, 16 Feb
19:45 - 08:15ORD-MAA
25h 00m1 stop
09:45 - 14:55MAA-ORD
40h 40m1 stop
₹ 120,115Emirates
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Sun, 26 Jan - Mon, 3 Feb

Etihad Airways flights from Chicago to Chennai

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Chicago to Chennai flight tickets
Etihad Airways
23 Mar
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
MAA20:20Chennai
3 Apr
MAA10:05Chennai
33h 20m
1 stop
ORD08:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 65,635
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Etihad Airways
23 Mar
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
MAA20:20Chennai
7 May
MAA16:30Chennai
26h 55m
1 stop
ORD08:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 65,808
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Etihad Airways
10 Mar
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
MAA20:20Chennai
18 Mar
MAA03:50Chennai
40h 05m
1 stop
ORD09:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 65,981
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Air India flights from Chicago to Chennai

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Air India
24 Mar
ORD12:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
MAA22:55Chennai
7 May
MAA21:05Chennai
20h 50m
1 stop
ORD07:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 63,732
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Air India
22 Apr
ORD12:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 05m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
13 May
MAA20:40Chennai
21h 15m
1 stop
ORD07:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 63,819
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Air India
22 Apr
ORD12:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 15m
1 stop
MAA12:45Chennai
13 May
MAA06:00Chennai
35h 55m
1 stop
ORD07:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 63,905
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Chennai

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around ₹ 74,628.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from Chicago is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as ₹ 104,917. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Chicago to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 133,962. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the morning for as low as ₹ 93,960. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around ₹ 131,495. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Chicago when booking 8 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 97,897 when searching 8 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Chicago for as low as ₹ 83,362 on momondo.

How have Chicago to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2025, prices for Chicago to Chennai flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best price found

₹ 28,796

Fastest flight time

19h 00m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chennai from Chicago in the past 72 hours is ₹ 28,796. The best return flight deal from Chicago to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 63,732.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Chennai takes 19h 00m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Chennai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Chennai Airport and Chicago Midway Airport - Chennai Airport.
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

  • How far is Chicago to Chennai by plane?

    Chennai is 13769.4 km away from Chicago. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 19h 00m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Chennai Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Chennai Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Chennai Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Chennai?

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai

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LufthansaPriceFrom ₹ 38,844Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,111 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 46,379Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,930 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 69,820Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,199 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 73,948Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,752 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 81,266Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,360 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 133,962Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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