Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Chennai to Chicago?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 23m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Chennai to Chicago?

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the lowest average return price of ₹ 92,152.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Chennai to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 30m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Chennai and Chicago?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to Chicago?

KLM, Etihad Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Chicago

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Etihad Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Chennai according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 70% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago is 3 as of October 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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16:05 - 07:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:15 - 02:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 76,422Etihad Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Thu, 14 Jan

16:05 - 07:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:15 - 08:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

31h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 76,422Etihad Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 13 Jan

16:05 - 07:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:15 - 02:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 77,846Etihad Airways

Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 12 Jan

10:05 - 08:40MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

10:15 - 01:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

28h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 83,827Ethiopian Air

Tue, 16 Mar - Thu, 15 Apr

10:05 - 08:40MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

10:15 - 01:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

28h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 84,112Ethiopian Air

Tue, 16 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr

10:05 - 07:40MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

09:45 - 01:10ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

27h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 86,960Ethiopian Air

Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb

04:05 - 15:45MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:35 - 02:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

19h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

₹ 90,282Emirates

Thu, 15 Apr - Tue, 31 Aug

03:55 - 15:10MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

19:45 - 08:15ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

₹ 91,991Emirates

Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 13 Jan

04:05 - 14:30MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 02:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

20h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 102,054Qatar Airways

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 13 Jan

03:15 - 14:30MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 02:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

20h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 102,054Qatar Airways

Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 14 Jan

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21:50 - 19:29MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 09m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

11:00 - 19:50ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

21h 20m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 96,358Etihad Airways

Fri, 30 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov

09:55 - 08:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:15 - 19:50ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

19h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 96,643Etihad Airways

Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

09:55 - 08:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:15 - 15:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 98,352Etihad Airways

Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 28 Nov

16:05 - 08:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:15 - 15:05ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 98,352Etihad Airways

Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 28 Nov

21:50 - 08:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:50 - 08:45ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

50h 25m2 stops Zurich Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 99,586Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov

21:50 - 08:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:50 - 08:45ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

50h 25m2 stops Zurich Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 99,586Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov

21:50 - 08:35MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18:50 - 08:45ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

50h 25m2 stops Zurich Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 102,054Multiple Airlines

Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov

03:15 - 15:30MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

16:17 - 02:15ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

22h 28m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 111,927Qatar Airways

Sat, 31 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

09:50 - 16:10MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

17:30 - 02:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

45h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Dubai Intl

₹ 137,559Emirates

Sun, 1 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

03:15 - 15:30MAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 02:15ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

19h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 139,268Qatar Airways

Sat, 31 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov

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Qatar Airways

31 Oct

MAA03:15Chennai

22h 45m

1 stop

ORD15:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

23 Nov

ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 55m

1 stop

MAA02:15Chennai

₹ 109,934

Qatar Airways

31 Oct

MAA03:15Chennai

22h 45m

1 stop

ORD15:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

23 Nov

ORD16:17Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 28m

2 stops

MAA02:15Chennai

₹ 111,358

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31 Oct

MAA03:15Chennai

22h 45m

1 stop

ORD15:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

23 Nov

ORD16:17Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 28m

2 stops

MAA02:15Chennai

₹ 111,927

Turkish Airlines flights from Chennai to Chicago

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Turkish Airlines

30 Oct

MAA23:15Chennai

55h 35m

2 stops

ORD20:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

26 Nov

ORD20:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

52h 30m

2 stops

MAA12:15Chennai

₹ 110,978

Turkish Airlines

31 Oct

MAA23:45Chennai

31h 05m

2 stops

ORD20:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

26 Nov

ORD11:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 20m

2 stops

MAA10:35Chennai

₹ 111,832

Turkish Airlines

29 Oct

MAA23:15Chennai

54h 35m

2 stops

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

26 Nov

ORD20:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

52h 30m

2 stops

MAA12:15Chennai

₹ 112,307

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Mon 23/11

16:05-07:35

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/1

13:15-02:35

1 stop25h 50m

₹ 76,422

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 23/11

16:05-07:35

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/1

13:15-08:05

1 stop31h 20m

₹ 76,422

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 23/11

16:05-07:35

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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13:15-02:35

1 stop25h 50m

₹ 77,846

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 16/3

10:05-08:40

2 stops33h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/4

10:15-01:10

1 stop28h 25m

₹ 83,827

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 16/3

10:05-08:40

2 stops33h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/4

10:15-01:10

1 stop28h 25m

₹ 84,112

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 26/1

10:05-07:40

2 stops33h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/2

09:45-01:10

1 stop27h 55m

₹ 86,960

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ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 15/4

04:05-15:45

1 stop22h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 31/8

20:35-02:30

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 90,282

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 23/11

03:55-15:10

1 stop22h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/1

19:45-08:15

1 stop25h 00m

₹ 91,991

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 25/11

04:05-14:30

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/1

18:50-02:30

1 stop20h 10m

₹ 102,054

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 25/11

03:15-14:30

1 stop22h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/1

18:50-02:30

1 stop20h 10m

₹ 102,054

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from ₹ 86,675 to ₹ 100,060.
The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 76,422.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Chicago. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around ₹ 86,960. The month of March is another great option to travel to Chicago, with average flight prices from Chennai averaging around ₹ 88,763.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around ₹ 96,287 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Chennai for as low as ₹ 83,257 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to Chicago flight.

How have Chennai to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2026, prices for Chennai to Chicago flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	₹ 40,347
Fastest flight time	21h 15m
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The best one-way flight to Chicago from Chennai in the past 72 hours is ₹ 40,347. The best return flight deal from Chennai to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 76,422.

The fastest flight from Chennai to Chicago takes 21h 15m

There are no direct flights from Chennai to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Chennai to Chicago.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to Chicago

How far is Chennai to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from Chennai to Chicago is 13769.4 km. Flights usually cover this in 21h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago is 3 as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chennai to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chennai to Chicago is Etihad Airways (45% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Emirates (38%) and Lufthansa (17%).

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 73,694	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,548 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 84,263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,707 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 92,342	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,689 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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