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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,324
Typical prices: C$ 1,273-C$ 1,552
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/10Wed 7/11
MAA - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 853
Typical prices: C$ 778-C$ 1,328
Qatar Airways
Sun 18/11
MAA - ORD • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,363 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 21h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Chicago (MAA-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chennai to Chicago

Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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4:05 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:10 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
19h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,324Etihad Airways
Thu, 8 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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9:55 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:10 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,326Etihad Airways
Sun, 18 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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4:05 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:10 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,335Etihad Airways
Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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4:05 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:00 p.m. - 8:25 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,336Etihad Airways
Fri, 9 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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9:55 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:10 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,338Etihad Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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4:20 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:25 p.m. - 2:15 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
23h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,357Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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4:05 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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2:31 p.m. - 2:15 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
24h 14m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,360Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
4:05 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:10 p.m. - 2:35 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
25h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,363Etihad Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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9:55 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:10 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
19h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,366Etihad Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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4:05 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.MAA  Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:25 p.m. - 2:15 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai
23h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,373Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at C$ 1,324. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 1,273 to C$ 1,552. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,324 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at C$ 1,247 round-trip.
•August (C$ 1,845) and January (C$ 1,544) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chennai to Chicago

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MAA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 853
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
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Your Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • How long does a flight from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 22,164 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from C$ 1,273 to C$ 1,552, with an average of C$ 1,390 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,273 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 30% above the route average of C$ 1,390. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 938, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,333 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,488, a difference of C$ 154. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 05m, compared with 21h 28m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 21h 40m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Chennai and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 10 hours behind Chennai (Central Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the most popular layover cities on flights from Chennai (MAA) to Chicago (ORD)?

    On flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chicago Airport (ORD), passengers often use several popular layover cities for connecting flights. These cities are commonly chosen for their convenient flight connections, airline networks, and geographic location. They include Doha (DOH), Dubai (DBX), Abu Dhabi (AUH), and Frankfurt (FRA).

  • Are there accessible services on airlines from Chennai (MAA) to Chicago (ORD)?

    Airlines typically provide accessible services for passengers with disabilities or special needs on flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chicago Airport (ORD). They can accommodate passengers with mobility issues by providing seats with extra legroom or locating seats closer to the lavatories for convenience. Moreover, wheelchair service is available on request.

  • What services do airlines flying from Chennai (MAA) to Chicago (ORD) offer to unaccompanied minors?

    Airlines assign a dedicated escort or a member of the airline staff to accompany the child from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chicago (ORD). The escort ensures that the child is supervised and receives assistance during check-in, security procedures, boarding, and disembarkation. Specifically, they are accorded priority boarding, allowing them to board the aircraft before other passengers.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines offering flights from Chennai (MAA) to Chicago (ORD)?

    Emirates, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and Air France Chennai offer eco-friendly flights between Chennai (MAA) and Chicago (ORD). The carriers have made efforts to reduce their environmental impact through various initiatives such as investing in fuel-efficient aircraft, implementing advanced technology for more efficient operations, and participating in carbon offset programs.

Your guide to booking Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 1,333 – about C$ 154 less than Saturday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 1,247 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 598 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • Taxis and rideshare services like Uber and Ola are convenient and widely available in Chennai. You can book a taxi or rideshare vehicle from your location in downtown Chennai to Chennai Airport (MAA). It is recommended to book in advance or use a mobile app for convenience. Still, you can consider car rentals for a personalized and comfortable experience.
  • The Plaza Premium Lounge at Chennai Airport (MAA) serves passengers waiting to transit to international destinations, including O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Located in the international departures area, this lounge provides comfortable seating, complimentary refreshments, Wi-Fi access, shower facilities, and business services.
  • Business and First-Class passengers from Chennai Airport (MAA) to O’Hare International Airport (ORD) enjoy expedited check-in and boarding, allowing for a seamless travel experience. In addition, these cabins typically offer more spacious seating with extra legroom and greater recline. Some airlines provide lie-flat seats or enclosed suites for added privacy and comfort.
  • Air India, Emirates, and Qatar Airways allow domestic furry passengers like cats and dogs in the cabin between Chennai Airport (MAA) and O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Nevertheless, pet owners must present up-to-date medical documentation, including a letter from a veterinarian. Also, the animals must be locked in their cages throughout the voyage.
  • Seat upgrade options are available for flights between Chennai International Airport (MAA) and O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Airlines may provide the opportunity to upgrade from economy to business class or first class, which offers even greater comfort, privacy, and a range of premium services. Besides, you will enjoy lie-flat seats, exclusive cabin amenities, priority boarding, premium dining, and access to airport lounges.

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