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Cheap flights from Chicago to Chennai from ₹ 39,434

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Chennai departing on 27/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Qatar Airways Logo
06:00 - 02:40
ORD
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MAA
34h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
03:25 - 14:30
MAA
-
ORD
22h 35m
1 stop
₹ 92,554Qatar Airways
Thu, 8 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
06:00 - 02:40
ORD
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MAA
34h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
04:20 - 15:05
MAA
-
ORD
21h 15m
1 stop
₹ 92,554Qatar Airways
Thu, 24 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
20:25 - 02:50
ORD
-
MAA
19h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
04:05 - 15:40
MAA
-
ORD
22h 05m
1 stop
₹ 92,554Etihad Airways
Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
20:25 - 02:50
ORD
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MAA
19h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:55 - 15:40
MAA
-
ORD
28h 15m
1 stop
₹ 92,554Etihad Airways
Wed, 12 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
20:25 - 02:50
ORD
-
MAA
19h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:40 - 15:40
MAA
-
ORD
34h 30m
1 stop
₹ 92,554Etihad Airways
Wed, 12 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 02:50
ORD
-
MAA
24h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:05 - 14:30
MAA
-
ORD
21h 55m
1 stop
₹ 92,650Multiple Airlines
Mon, 17 Aug - Mon, 22 Feb
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 03:30
ORD
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MAA
19h 45m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 13:50
MAA
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ORD
42h 45m
1 stop
₹ 93,511British Airways
Sat, 5 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
British Airways Logo
19:05 - 03:30
ORD
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MAA
21h 55m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 19:15
MAA
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ORD
47h 10m
2 stops
₹ 98,584British Airways
Mon, 17 Aug - Mon, 22 Feb
Air India Logo
06:00 - 22:20
ORD
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MAA
29h 50m
2 stops
Air India Logo
14:00 - 16:17
MAA
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ORD
36h 47m
3 stops
₹ 153,811Air India
Fri, 21 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
Air India Logo
06:00 - 22:20
ORD
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MAA
29h 50m
2 stops
Air India Logo
09:00 - 17:35
MAA
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ORD
43h 05m
3 stops
₹ 163,669Air India
Wed, 26 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

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Oman Air flights from Chicago to Chennai

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Oman Air
27 Nov
ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
48h 20m
2 stops
MAA06:40Chennai
6 Dec
MAA07:20Chennai
43h 15m
2 stops
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 93,033
Oman Air
7 Sept
ORD20:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
48h 55m
2 stops
MAA07:25Chennai
5 Oct
MAA08:15Chennai
42h 25m
2 stops
ORD16:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 93,799
Oman Air
22 Jan
ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
48h 20m
2 stops
MAA06:40Chennai
6 Feb
MAA07:20Chennai
43h 15m
2 stops
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 94,181

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Chennai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Chicago to Chennai flight tickets
Qatar Airways
2 Sept
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 00m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
26 Sept
MAA04:05Chennai
21h 30m
1 stop
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 92,746
Qatar Airways
29 Oct
ORD19:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 10m
1 stop
MAA02:30Chennai
2 Nov
MAA03:25Chennai
32h 02m
2 stops
ORD23:57Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 93,129
Qatar Airways
28 Aug
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 00m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
12 Sept
MAA04:05Chennai
21h 30m
1 stop
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
₹ 93,990

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Chennai 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, momondo users made 59,053 searches. Data last updated 29 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/10

06:00-02:40

2 stops34h 10m

Chennai

Wed 4/11

03:25-14:30

1 stop22h 35m

₹ 92,554

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 24/9

06:00-02:40

2 stops34h 10m

Chennai

Tue 6/10

04:20-15:05

1 stop21h 15m

₹ 92,554
Fastest return journey

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

20:25-02:50

1 stop19h 55m

Chennai

Wed 2/9

04:05-15:40

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 92,554

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

20:25-02:50

1 stop19h 55m

Chennai

Tue 1/9

21:55-15:40

1 stop28h 15m

₹ 92,554

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

20:25-02:50

1 stop19h 55m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

15:40-15:40

1 stop34h 30m

₹ 92,554

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

16:00-02:50

2 stops24h 20m

Chennai

Mon 22/2

04:05-14:30

1 stop21h 55m

₹ 92,650

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

21:15-03:30

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

05:35-13:50

1 stop42h 45m

₹ 93,511

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

19:05-03:30

1 stop21h 55m

Chennai

Mon 22/2

07:35-19:15

2 stops47h 10m

₹ 98,584

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 21/8

06:00-22:20

2 stops29h 50m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

14:00-16:17

3 stops36h 47m

₹ 153,811

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 26/8

06:00-22:20

2 stops29h 50m

Chennai

Mon 31/8

09:00-17:35

3 stops43h 05m

₹ 163,669

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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?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from ₹ 82,122 to ₹ 115,143.
The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 92,554.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of April is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around ₹ 83,270.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 102,628 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Chicago for as low as ₹ 87,673 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Chennai flight.

How have Chicago to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Chicago to Chennai flights are approximately 15% 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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Cheap Chicago to Chennai (CHI to MAA) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

19h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Chennai takes 19h 10m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Chennai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Chennai

  • 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 10m.

  • 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.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 78,157Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,494 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 84,764Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,129 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 110,406Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,953 reviews
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