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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 33,361

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MAA
7 May — 14 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 7 April 2026.

Thu 9/413:00
ORD
-
MAA
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/510:15
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4₹ 74,156
Tue 21/413:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 28/604:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4₹ 74,249
Tue 28/413:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/516:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4₹ 74,435
Mon 20/413:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 26/604:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/4₹ 74,528
Sun 19/413:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/516:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4₹ 74,621
Mon 4/514:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 19/521:55
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4₹ 74,714
Sat 2/514:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 24/521:55
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4₹ 75,178
Mon 4/514:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 25/510:15
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4₹ 75,922
Fri 29/514:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 7/616:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4₹ 76,108
Sun 26/420:35
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop37h 25m
Emirates
Tue 12/522:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop28h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4₹ 76,201
Sat 11/413:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 6/516:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4₹ 76,294
Wed 15/413:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/716:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4₹ 76,387

Find 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 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 74,156

One-way from

₹ 33,361

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Cheapest in

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Average price

₹ 80,289
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/4-5/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 50m total
  • Chicago to Chennai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 15m total
  • Chicago to Chennai
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 20/9

20:35-20:30

1 stop37h 25m

Chennai

Thu 24/9

09:50-15:45

1 stop40h 25m

₹ 88,560
Fastest return journey

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/7

21:10-02:25

1 stop18h 45m

Chennai

Sun 23/8

04:05-15:40

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 89,303

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 27/6

21:10-02:25

1 stop18h 45m

Chennai

Sat 18/7

04:05-15:40

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 99,526

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

15:45-04:55

3 stops26h 40m

Chennai

Fri 2/10

18:00-12:35

2 stops29h 05m

₹ 102,127

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 16/8

15:45-04:55

3 stops26h 40m

Chennai

Fri 25/9

20:40-15:55

2 stops29h 45m

₹ 102,127

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

16:19-02:45

2 stops23h 56m

Chennai

Wed 29/4

21:55-09:15

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 110,026

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/4

15:50-08:55

2 stops30h 35m

Chennai

Tue 26/5

01:55-12:55

1 stop21h 30m

₹ 113,000

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/5

14:00-20:10

1 stop19h 40m

Chennai

Sat 4/7

04:05-15:40

1 stop22h 05m

₹ 136,697

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/7

15:35-02:40

2 stops24h 35m

Chennai

Thu 13/8

04:20-15:05

1 stop21h 15m

₹ 138,090

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/5

14:20-04:55

2 stops28h 05m

Chennai

Sun 14/6

20:40-12:00

3 stops25h 50m

₹ 141,715

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai

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 3 April 2026.

Booking 49 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 57,894). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 82,055). 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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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 7 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways,British Airways, andAir India from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai. 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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gwendolyn,Mar 2026

AUH - ATL

Flight was very cold. Everyone was using blankets. New plane did not allow passenger ability to shut off AC at their seat. Special assistance was wonderful.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gwendolyn,Mar 2026

AUH - ATL

Flight was very cold. Everyone was using blankets. New plane did not allow passenger ability to shut off AC at their seat. Special assistance was wonderful.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,859 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gwendolyn,Mar 2026

AUH - ATL

Flight was very cold. Everyone was using blankets. New plane did not allow passenger ability to shut off AC at their seat. Special assistance was wonderful.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,966 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gwendolyn,Mar 2026

AUH - ATL

Flight was very cold. Everyone was using blankets. New plane did not allow passenger ability to shut off AC at their seat. Special assistance was wonderful.

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. 3 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.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Airlines like Emirates, Etihad Airways, and SWISS fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in about 18h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 40m. The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Chennai is about 13773 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 ₹ 69,182. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from ₹ 75,883, and British Airways, from ₹ 79,675. Air India is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 57,894). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 82,055). 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 3 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Discover the top 3 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 7 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 69,182Average₹ 135,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 75,883Average₹ 113,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 79,675Average₹ 135,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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