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Cheap flights from Chicago to New Delhi from ₹ 33,545

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — DEL
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to New Delhi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 April 2026.

Sun 23/815:00
ORD
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DEL
1 stop23h 40m
ITA Airways
Sat 19/903:00
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 40m
ITA Airways
Deal found 19/4₹ 66,249
Wed 9/917:10
ORD
-
DEL
1 stop19h 10m
Delta
Sat 3/1003:55
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 50m
Delta
Deal found 20/4₹ 66,529
Tue 28/413:00
ORD
-
DEL
1 stop38h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 19/515:55
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4₹ 66,903
Wed 9/910:40
ORD
-
DEL
2 stops25h 40m
Delta
Mon 5/1003:55
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 50m
Delta
Deal found 18/4₹ 66,996
Wed 2/910:30
ORD
-
DEL
2 stops27h 05m
Delta
Thu 17/900:50
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Delta
Deal found 18/4₹ 67,090
Sun 26/413:00
ORD
-
DEL
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/521:15
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4₹ 67,183
Sun 23/821:10
ORD
-
DEL
1 stop35h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/909:25
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop40h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4₹ 67,370
Sun 6/917:10
ORD
-
DEL
1 stop19h 10m
Delta
Mon 21/900:50
DEL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 21m
Delta
Deal found 18/4₹ 67,464
Thu 6/821:10
ORD
-
DEL
1 stop30h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/921:15
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4₹ 67,557
Sun 13/921:10
ORD
-
DEL
1 stop24h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 5/1004:50
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4₹ 67,650
Wed 9/910:40
ORD
-
DEL
2 stops25h 40m
Delta
Tue 6/1003:55
DEL
-
ORD
2 stops25h 15m
Delta
Deal found 18/4₹ 67,837
Tue 21/413:00
ORD
-
DEL
1 stop38h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 26/609:25
DEL
-
ORD
1 stop40h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4₹ 67,931

Find flight deals from Chicago to New Delhi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to New Delhi (DEL). 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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 66,249

One-way from

₹ 33,545

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 78,022

Good round-trip deal

₹ 125,803 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 54,547 or less
ITA Airways
  • ITA Airways
  • 23/8-19/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 20m total
  • Chicago to New Delhi
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 28/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 40m total
  • Chicago to New Delhi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (₹ 449,984 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to New Delhi 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 22 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

17:10-22:50

1 stop19h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 15/9

00:50-15:10

1 stop24h 50m

₹ 72,603

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 29/8

17:10-22:50

1 stop19h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 15/9

00:50-15:10

1 stop24h 50m

₹ 72,603

ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/5

18:38-01:55

2 stops20h 47m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 2/6

01:05-18:33

2 stops27h 58m

₹ 76,621

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/5

17:04-01:55

2 stops22h 21m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 19/5

02:05-20:26

2 stops28h 51m

₹ 76,808

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

20:35-09:05

1 stop26h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 21/8

04:25-15:45

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 92,973

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

19:20-08:45

1 stop26h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 5/7

21:30-20:03

2 stops33h 03m

₹ 100,448

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

12:00-22:50

2 stops24h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 15/5

00:50-19:14

2 stops28h 54m

₹ 107,549
Fastest return journey

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/6

21:30-05:20

1 stop21h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 30/6

07:40-17:50

1 stop20h 40m

₹ 107,736

ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

Sat 20/6

18:55-22:50

2 stops65h 25m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 27/7

02:05-22:15

2 stops30h 40m

₹ 118,482

ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

Mon 14/9

17:59-01:55

2 stops21h 26m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 4/10

03:55-16:27

2 stops23h 02m

₹ 118,575

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New Delhi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on 17 April 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to New Delhi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi (average of ₹ 55,784). Flying from Chicago to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 138,758). 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 CHI to DEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to New Delhi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago to New Delhi as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to New Delhi?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

Share of one-stop return flights from Chicago to New Delhi chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 25% of one-stop itineraries from Chicago to New Delhi on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Chicago to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 65,532.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Chicago to New Delhi?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Chicago to New Delhi, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via New York (JFK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 51m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Chicago to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via New York (JFK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 55m.

How often are flights from Chicago to New Delhi delayed?

About 70% of weekly flights between Chicago and New Delhi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 266 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to New Delhi flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to New Delhi flights?

Over the past year, Air India have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 70% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi. Reviews last updated 22 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Delhi, such as SWISS,United Airlines, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,925 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,925 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,925 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,635 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,925 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,925 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,967 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,925 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Thomas,Mar 2026

BOS - ZRH

The business class seats on the new Swiss A350 are hard as a rock. Seems like a bit of a miss on the new "Swiss Senses" experience. Other than that, excellent service.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi from Chicago?

    New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi. You should not have trouble finding flights to Indira Gandhi Intl from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the New Delhi airport from Chicago. It is only a 12.5 km journey from Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) to New Delhi’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Airlines like Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and Etihad Airways fly from Chicago to New Delhi in about 21h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 25m. Chicago and New Delhi are separated by a distance of 12031 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to New Delhi round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at ₹ 48,102, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to New Delhi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air India and Etihad Airways. Turkish Airlines is 44% 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 to New Delhi one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 18,960. Users have also found prices from ₹ 28,108 and ₹ 29,297 on American Airlines and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 37,493. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl) can be booked for ₹ 68,304 on average, our data indicates ₹ 99,764 when flying from Chicago to New Delhi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to New Delhi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to New Delhi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to New Delhi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to New Delhi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to New Delhi 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 to New Delhi?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi (average of ₹ 55,784). Flying from Chicago to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 138,758). 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 9 airlines flying from Chicago to New Delhi

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to New Delhi. 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest₹ 48,102Average₹ 77,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 60,114Average₹ 97,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 65,060Average₹ 81,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest₹ 65,968Average₹ 92,878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest₹ 66,073Average₹ 118,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 68,282Average₹ 102,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 71,147Average₹ 135,688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 73,169Average₹ 171,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 81,722Average₹ 129,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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