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Cheap flights from Chennai to Chicago from ₹ 39,295

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CHI
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Chennai to Chicago are usually found in October or November, booked 65 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 17 December 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 76,638

One-way from

₹ 39,295

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 90,302
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 23/1-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Chennai to Chicago
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 28/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 41m total
  • Chennai to Chicago
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 17 December 2024.

Tue 24/1207:35MAA - ORD
2 stops36h 11mBritish Airways
Tue 6/511:46ORD - MAA
2 stops29h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12₹ 77,571
Fri 27/1201:45MAA - ORD
1 stop25h 00mLufthansa
Tue 11/316:55ORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 15/12₹ 90,472
Tue 24/1201:45MAA - ORD
2 stops24h 30mAir Canada
Sun 2/311:35ORD - MAA
2 stops25h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 16/12₹ 90,726
Fri 27/1201:45MAA - ORD
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/214:05ORD - MAA
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12₹ 91,320
Fri 27/1203:50MAA - ORD
1 stop40h 05mEtihad Airways
Sat 1/313:10ORD - MAA
1 stop31h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12₹ 95,988
Sat 28/1216:00MAA - ORD
2 stops30h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 24/216:14ORD - MAA
2 stops25h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/12₹ 100,571
Tue 24/1221:00MAA - ORD
2 stops34h 30mLOT
Sun 22/621:40ORD - MAA
2 stops24h 35mLOT
Deal found 16/12₹ 115,593
Wed 25/1220:30MAA - ORD
2 stops30h 05mAir France
Wed 25/617:15ORD - MAA
2 stops25h 30mAir France
Deal found 16/12₹ 120,176
Thu 26/1217:30MAA - ORD
1 stop24h 30mAir India
Tue 24/612:00ORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mAir India
Deal found 16/12₹ 121,449
Mon 23/1207:20MAA - ORD
2 stops42h 40mOman Air
Thu 26/619:40ORD - MAA
2 stops25h 15mOman Air
Deal found 16/12₹ 129,088
Fri 27/1201:30MAA - ORD
2 stops29h 35mThai Airways
Mon 10/300:30ORD - MAA
2 stops37h 30mThai Airways
Deal found 15/12₹ 142,327

Find flights from Chennai to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Chicago 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 17 December 2024.

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ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 23/1

07:35-18:45

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/6

19:15-03:30

1 stop21h 45m

₹ 76,723

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 25/3

03:50-09:25

1 stop40h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/4

13:55-03:05

1 stop26h 40m

₹ 77,911

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 9/6

01:55-14:55

1 stop23h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/8

15:10-00:10

1 stop22h 30m

₹ 82,918

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 6/2

01:50-13:00

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/8

20:35-00:15

2 stops41h 10m

₹ 83,343

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 31/3

01:55-19:37

2 stops28h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/4

07:20-00:10

2 stops30h 20m

₹ 85,719

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 31/5

04:20-15:25

1 stop21h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

19:55-01:55

1 stop19h 30m

₹ 86,398

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 2/6

04:00-15:45

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/7

20:45-20:30

1 stop37h 15m

₹ 88,944

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 28/12

16:00-10:46

2 stops30h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/2

16:14-05:15

2 stops25h 31m

₹ 100,571

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 28/5

21:05-07:25

1 stop20h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/6

12:00-23:35

1 stop25h 05m

₹ 102,269

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 28/12

14:35-10:46

2 stops31h 41m

₹ 39,295

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Chennai to Chicago

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

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 ₹ 1,403). 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 MAA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to Chicago at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

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 17 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Etihad Airways, British Airways and Air Canada from Chennai to Chicago have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

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1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
359 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
844 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
3,795 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.4
Good
1,208 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at ₹ 76,638. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at ₹ 76,808 and ₹ 82,918, respectively. British Airways is currently priced 24% 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 (₹ 39,295), Etihad Airways (₹ 43,199), and IndiGo (₹ 48,461).

  • 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 ₹ 1,403). 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Chicago. 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 17 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest₹ 77,415Average₹ 113,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 79,492Average₹ 105,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 79,798Average₹ 91,977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 83,998Average₹ 123,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 85,056Average₹ 109,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 89,437Average₹ 100,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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