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Cheap flights from Chennai to Chicago from ₹ 38,858

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 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CHI
22 Nov — 29 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Chennai to Chicago are usually found in October or March, 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 November 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 72,985

One-way from

₹ 38,858

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 7/4-29/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 55m total
  • Chennai to Chicago
23/3
  • 23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 43m total
  • Chennai to Chicago
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop

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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 November 2024.

Tue 26/1114:35MAA - ORD
2 stops31h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 25/216:25ORD - MAA
2 stops25h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/11₹ 74,843
Wed 27/1107:35MAA - ORD
1 stop22h 40mBritish Airways
Mon 12/520:30ORD - MAA
2 stops34h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/11₹ 76,110
Mon 25/1103:45MAA - ORD
2 stops30h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/216:16ORD - MAA
2 stops25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11₹ 77,969
Mon 9/1201:45MAA - ORD
2 stops28h 26mAir Canada
Mon 30/1216:00ORD - MAA
2 stops44h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 16/11₹ 84,388
Mon 16/1220:30MAA - ORD
2 stops33h 25mLufthansa
Tue 31/1215:15ORD - MAA
1 stop21h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 16/11₹ 86,331
Mon 16/1209:50MAA - ORD
1 stop34h 05mEtihad Airways
Tue 31/1213:10ORD - MAA
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/11₹ 100,354
Thu 5/1214:50MAA - ORD
2 stops39h 15mIndiGo
Thu 26/1211:55ORD - MAA
2 stops34h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 16/11₹ 103,057
Fri 29/1103:00MAA - ORD
2 stops40h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 18/109:45ORD - MAA
1 stop27h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11₹ 119,022
Tue 26/1110:00MAA - ORD
2 stops43h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 26/211:44ORD - MAA
3 stops46h 56mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/11₹ 119,360
Tue 26/1101:30MAA - ORD
2 stops29h 35mThai Airways
Sun 11/500:30ORD - MAA
2 stops37h 01mThai Airways
Deal found 17/11₹ 193,190
Mon 16/1221:10MAA - ORD
1 stop20h 50mAir India
Fri 27/1211:00ORD - MAA
1 stop21h 50mAir India
Deal found 16/11₹ 438,330
Mon 9/1220:30MAA - ORD
2 stops30h 05mAir France
Thu 26/1217:20ORD - MAA
2 stops27h 45mAir France
Deal found 16/11₹ 460,293

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 458,225 searches. Data last updated 17 November 2024.

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ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Fri 11/4

05:35-18:15

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/9

21:25-03:30

1 stop19h 35m

₹ 74,505

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 15/3

03:50-09:25

1 stop40h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 27/3

14:10-20:20

1 stop19h 40m

₹ 77,969

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 8/4

04:20-19:57

2 stops26h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/9

16:45-02:50

2 stops23h 35m

₹ 81,263

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 1/4

01:55-12:55

1 stop21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/7

16:00-00:10

1 stop21h 40m

₹ 82,952

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 9/12

01:45-18:41

2 stops28h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 30/12

16:00-23:55

2 stops44h 25m

₹ 84,388

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sun 9/3

03:45-15:45

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/7

20:45-02:40

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 88,190

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sun 23/3

03:45-19:58

2 stops26h 43m

₹ 38,858

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 23/11

14:35-11:00

2 stops31h 55m

₹ 39,195

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sun 27/4

04:20-15:25

1 stop21h 35m

₹ 41,223

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 28/1

03:50-08:25

1 stop40h 05m

₹ 42,405

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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 November 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 7% 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 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways, Etihad Airways and Lufthansa 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
3,494 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
3,494 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

7.8
Good
369 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

7.6
Good
1,174 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

7.6
Good
873 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
3,844 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,494 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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 ₹ 72,985. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at ₹ 77,969 and ₹ 82,952, respectively. British Airways is currently priced 29% 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 (₹ 39,195), Qatar Airways (₹ 41,223), and Etihad Airways (₹ 42,405).

  • 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 458,225 searches. Data last updated 17 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest₹ 79,120Average₹ 103,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 79,425Average₹ 86,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 83,605Average₹ 122,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 85,923Average₹ 107,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 86,012Average₹ 115,708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 89,686Average₹ 106,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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