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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,113
Typical prices: C$ 1,092-C$ 1,655
Ethiopian Air
Sun 4/11Tue 18/12
ORD - DEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 528
Typical prices: C$ 547-C$ 1,008
Etihad Airways
Sat 29/9
ORD - DEL • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and New Delhi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Most punctual • 19% on-time
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,092 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Delhi (ORD-DEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to New Delhi

Wed, 4 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 a.m. - 8:05 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
34h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:35 a.m. - 7:40 a.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
C$ 1,113Ethiopian Air
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
35h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:35 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
C$ 1,113Ethiopian Air
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
8:25 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
36h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
4:20 p.m. - 7:55 a.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,115Etihad Airways
Tue, 29 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
8:25 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
36h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:15 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
C$ 1,115Etihad Airways
Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 11 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:15 p.m. - 5:20 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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6:30 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 40m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,187Turkish Airlines
Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 11 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:15 p.m. - 5:20 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 40m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,191Turkish Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Wed, 24 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 p.m. - 8:25 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:55 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,213Qatar Airways
Thu, 11 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 p.m. - 8:25 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:40 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,213Qatar Airways
Fri, 27 Nov - Thu, 24 Dec
Lufthansa Logo
9:50 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
38h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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1:55 a.m. - 6:25 p.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 1,489Lufthansa
Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
Lufthansa Logo
4:20 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
20h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
1:55 a.m. - 6:25 p.m.DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 1,574Lufthansa
Booking Insights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi start at C$ 1,113. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 1,092 to C$ 1,655. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,113 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi at C$ 1,082 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,854) and June (C$ 1,720) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% 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 Chicago to New Delhi

 
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.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on DEL

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 528
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (41% more expensive on average)
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 1,092 round-trip via Hong Kong Intl (HKG), compared to C$ 1,236 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India and Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-200LR variants.

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,257 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,412, a difference of C$ 155. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi route, 81% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 4 hours 3 minutes.

  • Which popular places can I visit in New Delhi?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Delhi are Lajpat Nagar Central Market, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and Karol Bagh. These are among the most viewed places in New Delhi on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 18% above the route average of C$ 1,316. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi takes 0h 00m, covering 19,334 km.

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

    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 are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 925, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Air India's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi flights?

    Air India is the only airline operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi flights. 19% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 32m, compared with 20h 37m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 20h 40m via Newark (EWR).

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

    New Delhi 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi range from C$ 1,092 to C$ 1,655, with an average of C$ 1,316 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,092 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi 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$ 1,257 – about C$ 155 less than Saturday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Delhi trip for April. Fares historically average C$ 1,082 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 772 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 1,092 round-trip on this route – about C$ 144 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi
    - Pride Plaza Hotel, Aerocity New Delhi
    - ibis New Delhi Aerocity

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