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Cheap flights from Chicago to New Delhi from ₹ 31,081

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — DEL
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
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 Monday and return on a Saturday

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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 27 December 2025.

Mon 29/1214:35ORD - DEL
1 stop43h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 29/122:45DEL - ORD
1 stop25h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/12₹ 75,278
Tue 30/1212:30ORD - DEL
2 stops26h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 14/111:40DEL - ORD
2 stops33h 39mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/12₹ 87,854
Sun 28/1213:30ORD - DEL
Nonstop15h 50mAir India
Sat 9/502:15DEL - ORD
1 stop19h 25mAir India
Deal found 25/12₹ 89,202
Sun 28/1214:35ORD - DEL
1 stop43h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 29/322:40DEL - ORD
1 stop26h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/12₹ 91,358
Tue 30/1212:30ORD - DEL
2 stops26h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 18/111:40DEL - ORD
2 stops33h 39mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/12₹ 94,502
Mon 29/1218:08MDW - DEL
2 stops22h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/105:29DEL - MDW
2 stops23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12₹ 95,849
Mon 29/1220:20ORD - DEL
1 stop21h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/106:55DEL - ORD
1 stop38h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/12₹ 96,298
Wed 31/1217:31ORD - DEL
2 stops27h 59mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 14/111:40DEL - ORD
2 stops33h 39mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/12₹ 99,442
Tue 30/1213:10ORD - DEL
1 stop18h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 6/216:20DEL - ORD
1 stop26h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/12₹ 100,790
Wed 31/1217:31ORD - DEL
2 stops27h 59mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 15/105:00DEL - ORD
2 stops24h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/12₹ 103,036
Tue 30/1211:50ORD - DEL
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 14/106:45DEL - ORD
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/12₹ 104,203
Mon 29/1209:29MDW - DEL
2 stops28h 11mDelta
Wed 31/1201:30DEL - MDW
2 stops42h 49mDelta
Deal found 24/12₹ 166,725

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 27 December 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 63,151

One-way from

₹ 31,081

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 141,932

Good round-trip deal

₹ 68,020 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 41,861 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/2-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Chicago to New Delhi
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 50m total
  • Chicago to New Delhi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (₹ 462,263 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 27 December 2025.
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ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/3

15:35-00:10

1 stop46h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 1/4

22:40-14:25

1 stop26h 15m

₹ 64,139

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/2

13:10-19:20

1 stop18h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 26/2

16:20-07:35

1 stop26h 45m

₹ 64,319

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/1

13:10-19:20

1 stop18h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 2/3

16:20-07:35

1 stop26h 45m

₹ 65,666

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/3

10:40-23:30

2 stops26h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 8/5

04:35-21:16

2 stops27h 11m

₹ 66,025

ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

Mon 13/4

18:34-01:55

2 stops20h 51m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 23/4

04:35-18:45

2 stops24h 40m

₹ 67,912

ChicagoNew Delhi

MDW - DEL

MDWDEL

Chicago Midway

Tue 14/4

14:12-01:55

2 stops25h 13m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 23/4

04:35-18:45

2 stops24h 40m

₹ 67,912

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

18:20-23:30

1 stop18h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 4/5

04:35-20:40

2 stops26h 35m

₹ 68,002

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

17:25-01:10

1 stop21h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 7/5

04:35-18:41

2 stops24h 36m

₹ 68,092

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/3

16:25-01:10

1 stop21h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 8/5

04:35-21:16

2 stops27h 11m

₹ 68,092

ChicagoNew Delhi

ORD - DEL

ORDDEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 24/1

13:55-09:00

2 stops31h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 31/1

05:00-20:53

2 stops27h 23m

₹ 68,181

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Delhi from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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 19 December 2025.

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi (average of ₹ 53,808). Flying from Chicago to New Delhi in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 69,798). 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 27 December 2025.

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 ₹ 63,001.

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 Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 50m.

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 Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 17m.

How often are flights from Chicago to New Delhi delayed?

About 45% of weekly flights between Chicago and New Delhi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 262 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 Wednesday 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 45% 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 27 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to New Delhi, such as SWISS, Etihad Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,828 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,828 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,828 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,339 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,828 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,117 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,828 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,958 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,828 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

HKG - ZRH

Particularly good to do immigration in Zurich. The line is way more efficient and you can take a connecting flight in one hour. Great value for money.

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 12 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 Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, and Delta fly from Chicago to New Delhi in about 18h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 27h 25m. Chicago and New Delhi are separated by a distance of 12014 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 ₹ 46,244, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to New Delhi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Finnair and Etihad Airways. Turkish Airlines is 45% 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 ₹ 18,228. Users have also found prices from ₹ 26,197 and ₹ 27,022 on Virgin Atlantic and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 30,233. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl) can be booked for ₹ 56,773 on average, our data indicates ₹ 61,540 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Delhi (average of ₹ 53,808). Flying from Chicago to New Delhi in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 69,798). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest₹ 46,244Average₹ 70,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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FinnairCheapest₹ 54,343Average₹ 100,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 61,816Average₹ 76,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest₹ 63,521Average₹ 91,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest₹ 64,172Average₹ 101,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 64,300Average₹ 86,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 65,935Average₹ 109,743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 71,882Average₹ 99,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 73,470Average₹ 164,999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 77,209Average₹ 112,906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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