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Cheap flights from Chennai to Illinois from ₹ 49,852

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — ORD
11 Jun — 18 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 May 2026.

Mon 6/721:55
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop28h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 22/921:10
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 85,147
Wed 27/515:40
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/914:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/5₹ 85,243
Thu 25/621:55
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop28h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/814:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5₹ 85,528
Mon 22/604:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/714:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 85,813
Tue 9/621:55
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/914:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5₹ 86,004
Tue 7/704:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 22/914:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 86,194
Tue 26/521:55
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 22/921:10
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/5₹ 86,289
Wed 20/504:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop39h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 18/821:10
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5₹ 86,384
Sun 21/610:15
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop39h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 5/721:10
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop24h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5₹ 86,479
Wed 10/610:15
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/714:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5₹ 86,670
Wed 15/704:05
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/120:20
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 86,765
Tue 26/521:55
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/914:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5₹ 86,955

Find flight deals from Chennai to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 85,147

One-way from

₹ 49,852

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 96,564
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/7-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 00m total
  • Chennai to Illinois
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 7/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 20m total
  • Chennai to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₹ 897,451 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 234,487 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Illinois 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 12 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 25/5

15:40-08:35

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

21:10-02:25

1 stop18h 45m

₹ 88,572

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 6/6

10:15-08:35

1 stop32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/9

14:00-08:25

1 stop31h 55m

₹ 91,712

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 27/6

16:05-08:35

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 31/10

21:20-02:30

1 stop18h 40m

₹ 91,712

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 18/7

16:05-08:35

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/1

20:20-15:10

1 stop31h 20m

₹ 91,712

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 11/7

16:05-08:35

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

14:00-20:10

1 stop19h 40m

₹ 92,663
Fastest return journey

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Sat 13/6

04:05-15:45

1 stop22h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/10

20:35-02:30

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 99,989

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Fri 5/6

04:05-15:45

1 stop22h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/9

20:35-02:30

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 102,748

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 15/7

18:00-12:35

2 stops29h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

21:40-04:55

3 stops44h 45m

₹ 104,460

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Mon 3/8

03:55-15:05

1 stop21h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 19/1

18:50-02:30

1 stop20h 10m

₹ 105,697

ChennaiChicago

MAA - ORD

MAAORD

Chennai

Wed 24/6

20:40-12:00

3 stops25h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

19:05-04:55

2 stops23h 20m

₹ 106,078

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Illinois

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Illinois?

The best time to book flights from Chennai to Illinois is 85 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 Illinois?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of ₹ 38,816). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 93,710). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chennai to Illinois?

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated 12 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Etihad Airways, andLufthansa from Chennai to Illinois to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,437 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,993 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,974 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,957 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Chennai to Illinois. It is only a 16.5 km journey to Chennai (MAA) from Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Illinois?

    For as low as ₹ 88,572, Etihad Airways can have you in Illinois from Chennai in 27h 25m. Chennai and Illinois are separated by a distance of 13773 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 to fly from Chennai to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to Illinois are Air India (₹ 35,148), Etihad Airways (₹ 37,508), and Emirates (₹ 39,130).

  • What are the most popular routes from Chennai to Illinois?

    When deciding which route to take from Chennai to Illinois, consider Chennai - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Chennai - Lambert-St Louis or Chennai - Chicago Midway, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Illinois?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Illinois (average of ₹ 38,816). Flying from Chennai to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 93,710). 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 5 airlines flying from Chennai to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Illinois. 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 12 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 72,460Average₹ 88,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 75,599Average₹ 96,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 84,442Average₹ 106,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 91,462Average₹ 136,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 92,540Average₹ 106,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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