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Cheap flights from Chennai to Chicago from ₹ 44,543

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CHI
19 Jul — 26 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Chicago are usually found in November or October, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 July 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 76,040

One-way from

₹ 44,543

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₹ 105,907
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/9-29/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • Chennai to Chicago
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 21m total
  • Chennai to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (₹ 388,471 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 151,706 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 July 2025.

Fri 12/910:15MAA - ORD
1 stop33h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 29/913:55ORD - MAA
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/7₹ 76,040
Wed 17/901:55MAA - ORD
2 stops28h 04mAir Canada
Tue 10/321:15ORD - MAA
2 stops40h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 11/7₹ 77,070
Wed 17/901:55MAA - ORD
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/321:15ORD - MAA
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7₹ 78,443
Thu 11/901:55MAA - ORD
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Mon 29/918:35ORD - MAA
1 stop19h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 12/7₹ 82,391
Tue 15/722:30MAA - ORD
2 stops34h 00mIndiGo
Thu 28/819:50ORD - MAA
2 stops27h 50mIndiGo
Deal found 12/7₹ 90,201
Thu 17/710:00MAA - ORD
2 stops32h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 28/810:15ORD - MAA
1 stop28h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/7₹ 90,802
Thu 24/705:35MAA - ORD
2 stops36h 28mBritish Airways
Wed 21/117:10ORD - MAA
1 stop24h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/7₹ 95,694
Mon 1/903:00MAA - ORD
1 stop38h 55mAir India
Tue 16/1211:00ORD - MAA
1 stop22h 10mAir India
Deal found 12/7₹ 97,754
Thu 4/918:20MAA - ORD
2 stops30h 20mKLM
Thu 11/916:15ORD - MAA
2 stops26h 25mKLM
Deal found 13/7₹ 99,813
Thu 18/920:40MAA - ORD
2 stops29h 45mSWISS
Tue 10/322:05ORD - MAA
3 stops48h 20mSWISS
Deal found 11/7₹ 100,328

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Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Fri 12/9

10:15-08:45

1 stop33h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 29/9

13:55-02:40

1 stop26h 15m

₹ 76,040

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 17/9

01:55-19:29

2 stops28h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/3

21:15-00:05

2 stops40h 20m

₹ 77,070

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 17/9

01:55-12:55

1 stop21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/3

21:15-00:05

2 stops40h 20m

₹ 78,443

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 11/9

01:55-12:55

1 stop21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 29/9

18:35-00:10

1 stop19h 05m

₹ 82,391

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 24/7

05:35-07:33

2 stops36h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/1

17:10-05:35

1 stop24h 55m

₹ 95,694

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 1/9

03:00-07:25

1 stop38h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/12

11:00-20:40

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 97,754

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 4/9

18:20-14:10

2 stops30h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/9

16:15-05:10

2 stops26h 25m

₹ 99,813

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 18/9

20:40-15:55

2 stops29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/3

22:05-08:55

3 stops48h 20m

₹ 100,328

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 20/8

23:00-09:40

2 stops45h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/11

20:20-11:55

2 stops28h 05m

₹ 101,787

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Fri 12/9

17:50-12:41

2 stops29h 21m

₹ 44,543

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chennai to Chicago is 40 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Chicago (average of ₹ 973). Flying from Chennai to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,317). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 14 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Cathay Pacific, andSWISS from Chennai to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
933 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,656 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,902 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to Chicago?

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Chicago from Chennai. Booking flights from Chennai (MAA) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at ₹ 76,040. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at ₹ 77,070 and ₹ 82,391, respectively. Etihad Airways is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to Chicago are American Airlines (₹ 44,543), Cathay Pacific (₹ 46,431), and IndiGo (₹ 47,547).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Chicago (average of ₹ 973). Flying from Chennai to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,317). 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 6 airlines flying from Chennai to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 77,219Average₹ 95,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 77,964Average₹ 93,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 78,285Average₹ 94,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 82,232Average₹ 96,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 83,275Average₹ 93,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 89,838Average₹ 97,991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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