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

Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to India

Which airlines fly to India?

Etihad Airways, Air India and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to India from Chicago according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to India. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to India on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Chicago to India on average per week?

3 flights are operational weekly from Chicago to India as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Chicago to India refresh daily.

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

As of September 2025, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to India.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to India?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to India.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to India 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 India. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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15:35 - 23:55ORD-DEL

21h 50m1 stop

01:05 - 15:55DEL-ORD

25h 20m1 stop

₹ 60,614Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 28 Sep - Sat, 11 Oct

13:00 - 21:50ORD-DEL

21h 20m1 stop

01:05 - 15:55DEL-ORD

25h 20m1 stop

₹ 60,702Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 7 Apr

13:10 - 04:50ORD-HYD

29h 10m1 stop

07:00 - 12:30HYD-ORD

40h 00m2 stops

₹ 61,671Air India

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Mon, 20 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov

13:55 - 19:35ORD-BOM

19h 10m1 stop

23:15 - 08:55BOM-ORD

20h 10m1 stop

₹ 63,081Etihad Airways

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Thu, 16 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct

13:10 - 19:50ORD-HYD

20h 10m1 stop

20:35 - 12:30HYD-ORD

26h 25m2 stops

₹ 63,786Air India

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Mon, 20 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct

15:35 - 23:55ORD-DEL

21h 50m1 stop

01:45 - 12:30DEL-ORD

21h 15m1 stop

₹ 64,138Lufthansa

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Sun, 28 Sep - Sat, 18 Oct

18:00 - 07:25ORD-HYD

25h 55m2 stops

17:15 - 14:10HYD-ORD

32h 25m2 stops

₹ 64,402Lufthansa

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Mon, 16 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

13:55 - 07:55ORD-DEL

31h 30m1 stop

20:55 - 07:55DEL-ORD

22h 30m1 stop

₹ 65,195Etihad Airways

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Sun, 19 Oct - Wed, 19 Nov

20:35 - 02:55ORD-COK

19h 50m1 stop

02:25 - 15:45COK-ORD

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 74,005Emirates

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Sun, 19 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct

20:35 - 08:10ORD-CCU

25h 05m1 stop

09:15 - 14:55CCU-ORD

41h 10m1 stop

₹ 84,842Emirates

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Mon, 20 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

Delta flights from Chicago to India

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Delta

22 Sept

ORD13:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 35m

2 stops

DEL00:05New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

24 Sept

DEL03:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

20h 45m

1 stop

ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 62,640

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Delta

13 Nov

MDW13:14Chicago Midway

25h 56m

2 stops

DEL02:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

17 Dec

DEL06:15New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

28h 47m

2 stops

MDW23:32Chicago Midway

₹ 63,345

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Delta

21 Sept

ORD09:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 45m

2 stops

DEL00:05New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

26 Sept

DEL02:05New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

30h 05m

2 stops

ORD21:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 63,521

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Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to India

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Turkish Airlines

22 Oct

ORD23:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 25m

1 stop

DEL04:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

7 Nov

DEL06:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

38h 40m

1 stop

ORD10:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 60,878

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27 Sept

ORD23:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 25m

1 stop

DEL04:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

23 Oct

DEL06:20New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

37h 50m

1 stop

ORD09:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 61,495

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18 Oct

ORD23:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 25m

1 stop

DEL04:40New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

28 Oct

DEL06:55New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

38h 40m

1 stop

ORD11:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 62,376

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ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/9

15:35-23:55

1 stop21h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 11/10

01:05-15:55

1 stop25h 20m

₹ 60,614

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/1

13:00-21:50

1 stop21h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 7/4

01:05-15:55

1 stop25h 20m

₹ 60,702

ChicagoHyderabad

ORD - HYD

ORDHYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/10

13:10-04:50

1 stop29h 10m

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Sun 2/11

07:00-12:30

2 stops40h 00m

₹ 61,671

ChicagoMumbai

ORD - BOM

ORDBOM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 16/10

13:55-19:35

1 stop19h 10m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 30/10

23:15-08:55

1 stop20h 10m

₹ 63,081

ChicagoHyderabad

ORD - HYD

ORDHYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/10

13:10-19:50

1 stop20h 10m

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Tue 28/10

20:35-12:30

2 stops26h 25m

₹ 63,786

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/9

15:35-23:55

1 stop21h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 18/10

01:45-12:30

1 stop21h 15m

₹ 64,138

ChicagoHyderabad

ORD - HYD

ORDHYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

18:00-07:25

2 stops25h 55m

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Sun 1/3

17:15-14:10

2 stops32h 25m

₹ 64,402

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/10

13:55-07:55

1 stop31h 30m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 19/11

20:55-07:55

1 stop22h 30m

₹ 65,195

ChicagoKochi

ORD - COK

ORDCOK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/10

20:35-02:55

1 stop19h 50m

Kochi

Tue 28/10

02:25-15:45

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 74,005

ChicagoKolkata

ORD - CCU

ORDCCU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/10

20:35-08:10

1 stop25h 05m

Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

Tue 4/11

09:15-14:55

1 stop41h 10m

₹ 84,842

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to India

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What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to India from Chicago, with most prices found around ₹ 63,874. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to India from Chicago during April instead. Flights to India in April, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around ₹ 70,217.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to India is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for India on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as ₹ 85,083. Flights from Chicago to India on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 101,772. 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 India?

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to India when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 71,484. Flying to India at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of ₹ 105,649.

What is the cheapest Chicago to India flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl for the best Chicago - India flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to India from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to India for around ₹ 83,785 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to India from Chicago for as low as ₹ 72,420 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to India flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to India flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to India flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to India.

Cheap Chicago to India flight deals and tips

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Best price found	₹ 38,616
Fastest flight time	15h 50m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat
Airports in India	1 airport

The best one-way flight to India from Chicago in the past 72 hours is ₹ 38,616. The best return flight deal from Chicago to India found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 78,152.

The fastest flight from Chicago to India takes 15h 50m

Direct flights go from Chicago to India on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport near India: New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to India?
Prices for flights from Chicago to India refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to India?
As of September 2025, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to India.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to India?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to India.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to India 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 India. 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 India?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and India, the leading plane model is Boeing 777-300ER, making up 97.64% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777-200LR with 0.94%, Airbus A350-900 with 0.38%, and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 0.28%.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to India

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 39,574	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,415 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Finnair	PriceFrom ₹ 53,297	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,324 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 57,702	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 998 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 60,254	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,254 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 61,498	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,969 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom ₹ 62,298	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,386 reviews	Search KLM flights
SWISS	PriceFrom ₹ 62,937	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,737 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 65,090	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,934 reviews	Search Air India flights
Delta	PriceFrom ₹ 66,647	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,964 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 72,056	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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