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

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

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.

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai range from C$ 1,198 to C$ 1,915, with an average of C$ 1,459 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,198 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 23% above the route average of C$ 1,459. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 745, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 45% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 13% 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.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,333 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 1,634, a difference of C$ 301. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 17m, compared with 21h 21m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 21h 40m via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

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

There are a few ways to get from the city center of Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. One way is to take the 'L' train. The 'L' train is the Chicago Transit Authority's rapid transit system. It runs on electric power and covers over 100 miles of track. Another way to get to the airport is by taking a cab or an Uber.

Chennai International Airport is located in the southern part of the city, about 13 miles from the city center. There are a few options for getting into the city. Taxis are available 24h a day from the airport to anywhere in the city. The fare is metered, and the ride into the city center should take about 30-40min, depending on traffic.

The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) operates two air-conditioned bus routes from the airport to the city center. The buses run every 30min, and the ride into the city takes about 1h. You can also go by train. The Chennai Suburban Railway network connects the airport to the city center. There are two train stations at the airport (one for domestic and one for international flights), and the ride into the city takes about 45min.

The Chennai International Airport has a wide range of amenities available for travelers. These include a variety of shops and restaurants, as well as a number of services such as baggage storage and a business center. The airport also has a number of lounges that travelers can use to relax or work, and there is also a spa and a gym available for those who want to stay fit during their travels.