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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 32,638

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MAA
23 Feb — 2 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Chennai (MAA). 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 18 February 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 66,925

One-way from

₹ 32,638

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 77,948
Air India
  • Air India
  • 21/4-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 55m total
  • Chicago to Chennai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 15m total
  • Chicago to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₹ 812,437 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 337,000 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 February 2025.

Mon 21/412:00ORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mAir India
Mon 19/520:40MAA - ORD
1 stop21h 15mAir India
Deal found 16/2₹ 66,925
Thu 18/919:20ORD - MAA
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 22/1004:20MAA - ORD
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/2₹ 67,272
Mon 8/914:20ORD - MAA
2 stops32h 05mSWISS
Mon 13/1020:40MAA - ORD
2 stops29h 45mSWISS
Deal found 17/2₹ 68,921
Wed 30/413:55ORD - MAA
1 stop26h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 15/504:10MAA - ORD
1 stop39h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/2₹ 69,095
Sun 16/319:00ORD - MAA
2 stops27h 25mLufthansa
Tue 25/319:50MAA - ORD
2 stops34h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 16/2₹ 70,223
Sat 26/415:35ORD - MAA
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/501:55MAA - ORD
2 stops28h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2₹ 71,959
Tue 6/520:35ORD - MAA
1 stop37h 25mEmirates
Fri 16/504:00MAA - ORD
1 stop22h 15mEmirates
Deal found 16/2₹ 72,827
Sat 3/518:01ORD - MAA
2 stops43h 39mAir Canada
Wed 21/501:55MAA - ORD
2 stops41h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 17/2₹ 83,157

Find flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 18 February 2025.

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O'Hare Intl

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/4

12:00-20:20

1 stop21h 50m

Chennai

Wed 28/5

17:30-07:25

1 stop24h 25m

₹ 66,925

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 24/4

19:20-02:50

1 stop21h 00m

Chennai

Tue 27/5

04:20-15:05

1 stop21h 15m

₹ 68,574

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/4

13:55-03:05

1 stop26h 40m

Chennai

Thu 15/5

04:10-08:55

1 stop39h 15m

₹ 69,095

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 16/3

19:00-08:55

2 stops27h 25m

Chennai

Tue 25/3

19:50-19:25

2 stops34h 05m

₹ 70,223

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 26/4

15:35-03:30

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Tue 20/5

01:55-20:12

2 stops28h 47m

₹ 71,959

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/5

20:35-20:30

1 stop37h 25m

Chennai

Fri 16/5

04:00-15:45

1 stop22h 15m

₹ 72,827

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/3

17:10-08:55

2 stops29h 15m

Chennai

Tue 1/4

20:40-12:10

2 stops50h 00m

₹ 76,212

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/5

18:01-00:10

2 stops43h 39m

Chennai

Wed 21/5

01:55-09:10

2 stops41h 45m

₹ 83,157

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 26/2

13:10-14:55

1 stop38h 15m

₹ 32,638

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/4

12:00-19:10

1 stop20h 40m

₹ 34,287

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Travel insights for flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ORD to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 February 2025.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated 18 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Emirates and Singapore Airlines from Chicago to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,288 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,304 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. 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 into for flights to Chennai from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Chennai (MAA), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai. 6 airlines have flights to Chennai from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai return from ₹ 66,925. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from ₹ 67,706, and Qatar Airways, from ₹ 68,574. Air India is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as ₹ 32,638 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air India from ₹ 34,287 and IndiGo from ₹ 37,238 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Chennai 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 18 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest₹ 38,991Average₹ 116,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 46,555Average₹ 108,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 70,083Average₹ 86,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 74,227Average₹ 108,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 78,212Average₹ 156,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 134,468Average₹ 150,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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