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Cheap flights from Chennai to Chicago from ₹ 40,895

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 29/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CHI
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 77,683

One-way from

₹ 40,895

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₹ 96,932
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 8/7-5/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 45m total
  • Chennai to Chicago
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 29/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 00m total
  • Chennai to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (₹ 236,644 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 137,140 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 13 June 2025.

Tue 8/723:00MAA - ORD
2 stops33h 30mIndiGo
Tue 5/811:25ORD - MAA
2 stops36h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 12/6₹ 77,683
Thu 11/917:30MAA - ORD
1 stop24h 25mAir India
Tue 20/111:00ORD - MAA
1 stop20h 40mAir India
Deal found 11/6₹ 78,624
Thu 19/615:45MAA - ORD
2 stops35h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/816:36ORD - MAA
2 stops30h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6₹ 78,880
Thu 16/1004:20MAA - ORD
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 20/1013:36ORD - MAA
2 stops33h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6₹ 80,164
Sat 22/1103:55MAA - ORD
1 stop39h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 31/1213:10ORD - MAA
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/6₹ 80,763
Wed 15/1001:30MAA - ORD
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1012:00ORD - MAA
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6₹ 82,474
Tue 9/1207:35MAA - ORD
2 stops38h 56mBritish Airways
Fri 27/218:45ORD - MAA
1 stop23h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6₹ 82,730
Sat 22/1101:50MAA - ORD
2 stops29h 12mAir Canada
Wed 31/1214:00ORD - MAA
2 stops22h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 13/6₹ 88,377
Mon 8/922:00MAA - ORD
1 stop28h 15mEmirates
Wed 21/119:45ORD - MAA
1 stop19h 00mEmirates
Deal found 11/6₹ 89,831
Tue 24/601:55MAA - ORD
1 stop23h 30mLufthansa
Wed 20/818:25ORD - MAA
1 stop19h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 11/6₹ 92,655
Tue 9/922:30MAA - ORD
2 stops29h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/1120:20ORD - MAA
2 stops26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/6₹ 105,830

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Chennai

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 8/7

23:00-22:00

2 stops33h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/8

11:25-10:10

2 stops36h 15m

₹ 77,683

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 11/9

17:30-07:25

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/1

11:00-19:10

1 stop20h 40m

₹ 78,624

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 19/6

15:45-16:18

2 stops35h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/8

16:36-10:05

2 stops30h 59m

₹ 78,880

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 11/9

21:50-15:05

1 stop27h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/11

18:55-09:10

1 stop26h 45m

₹ 81,362

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 25/6

15:40-10:15

3 stops29h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/8

12:15-05:20

1 stop30h 35m

₹ 83,928

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 1/7

16:50-08:45

1 stop26h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/8

13:55-02:40

1 stop26h 15m

₹ 85,896

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 8/9

22:00-15:45

1 stop28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/1

19:45-02:15

1 stop19h 00m

₹ 89,831

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 24/6

01:55-14:55

1 stop23h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/8

18:25-00:10

1 stop19h 15m

₹ 92,655

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 21/7

05:35-17:00

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/1

17:30-05:35

2 stops24h 35m

₹ 96,505

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Tue 9/9

01:55-20:11

2 stops28h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/1

17:50-00:05

2 stops42h 45m

₹ 101,894

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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 9 June 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 ₹ 1,403). 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 13 June 2025.

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 13 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Cathay Pacific and SWISS 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

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 IndiGo is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at ₹ 77,683. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air India and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at ₹ 78,624 and ₹ 80,164, respectively. IndiGo 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 Air India (₹ 40,895), Qatar Airways (₹ 41,836), and American Airlines (₹ 44,402).

  • 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 76,976Average₹ 97,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 77,719Average₹ 90,738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 78,039Average₹ 96,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 81,972Average₹ 104,815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 83,013Average₹ 94,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 89,560Average₹ 99,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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