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₹ 44,483 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai

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Cheapest return fare
₹ 100,110
Typical prices: ₹ 87,822-₹ 73,915
Qatar Airways
Fri 4/9Sat 26/9
ORD - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 44,483
Typical prices: ₹ 35,338-₹ 63,152
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/8
ORD - MAA • 1 stop
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 83,369 (return)
Shortest trip • 19h 03m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai (ORD-MAA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Fri, 4 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 02:40
ORD
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MAA
20h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
03:55 - 15:05
MAA
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ORD
21h 40m
1 stop
₹ 100,110Qatar Airways
Thu, 23 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 08:25
ORD
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MAA
31h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 08:35
MAA
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ORD
27h 00m
1 stop
₹ 100,205Etihad Airways
Thu, 6 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 02:50
ORD
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MAA
44h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
03:55 - 15:05
MAA
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ORD
21h 40m
1 stop
₹ 100,300Qatar Airways
Mon, 20 Jul - Thu, 3 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
20:25 - 20:10
ORD
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MAA
37h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 08:35
MAA
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ORD
27h 00m
1 stop
₹ 100,395Etihad Airways
Mon, 3 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
Etihad Airways Logo
20:25 - 02:50
ORD
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MAA
19h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 - 15:40
MAA
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ORD
39h 55m
1 stop
₹ 100,491Etihad Airways
Wed, 2 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 02:40
ORD
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MAA
31h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
04:20 - 15:05
MAA
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ORD
21h 15m
1 stop
₹ 100,681Qatar Airways
Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 9 Dec
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08:00 - 02:40
ORD
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MAA
32h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:05 - 14:30
MAA
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ORD
21h 55m
1 stop
₹ 100,967Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 02:50
ORD
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MAA
21h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
04:20 - 23:59
MAA
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ORD
30h 09m
2 stops
₹ 101,158Qatar Airways
Fri, 31 Jul - Fri, 28 Aug
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 20:10
ORD
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MAA
19h 40m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:55 - 15:40
MAA
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ORD
28h 15m
1 stop
₹ 101,443Etihad Airways
Wed, 29 Jul - Tue, 15 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
18:30 - 02:40
ORD
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MAA
45h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
04:20 - 15:05
MAA
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ORD
21h 15m
1 stop
₹ 101,539Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to Chennai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai departing in September.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai is February, where tickets cost ₹ 80,774 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 159,547 and ₹ 123,827 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight₹ 44,483
Best time to beat the crowds (20% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai flights

  • How do I get from the Chicago city center to Chicago O'Hare International Airport?

    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.

  • How do I get from Chennai International Airport to the city center by private means?

    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.

  • How can I get from Chennai Airport by public means?

    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.

  • What amenities are available in Chennai International Airport?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai was ₹ 44,483 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 100,110 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai?

    Chicago O'Hare Airport and Chennai are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Chicago O'Hare Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl and will be arriving at Chennai.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Chennai, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Chennai, Etihad Airways or British Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Chennai are Etihad Airways and British Airways. With an average price for the route of ₹ 105,902 and an overall rating of 7.3, Etihad Airways is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of ₹ 148,400 and an overall rating of 6.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from Chicago O'Hare Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chennai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chennai from Chicago O'Hare Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chennai

  • There is free Wi-Fi in O'Hare International Airport (ORD). You can connect to the Wi-Fi by going to the settings on your device and selecting the Wi-Fi network. Once you are connected, you will be able to access the internet. You can use it to download shows and videos as well as music before boarding your flight.
  • There are several currency exchange booths in O'Hare International Airport that you can use before boarding your flight to India. However, it is always best to check with your specific airline to see if they have any specific requirements or recommendations regarding currency exchange.
  • There are luggage services in O'Hare International Airport. The services include luggage storage, luggage retrieval, and luggage transport. The services are available at the airport terminal and the baggage claim area.
  • There is no specific luggage service at Chennai International Airport (MAA), but there are a few storage areas where you can leave your luggage for a short period of time. These storage areas are typically located near the check-in counters or near the security checkpoints.
  • There are currency exchange counters at Chennai International Airport that offer services to arriving and departing passengers. The counters are located in the arrivals and departures areas of the airport. The exchange rates offered by the counters are generally competitive with those offered by banks and other money changers in the city.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.3
Etihad AirwaysOverall score based on 1450 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.2Food
7.8Crew
7.2Entertainment
7.6Boarding
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i have book the flight with baggage. and i have paid $800.00 for the baggage. when i contacted to JUSTFLY Costumer Service they told me that my baggage was included in the booking. then why i have to pay. i am going to file a complain against it. $800.00 is not at all small amount

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jun 2026
ATL - AUH
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i have book the flight with baggage. and i have paid $800.00 for the baggage. when i contacted to JUSTFLY Costumer Service they told me that my baggage was included in the booking. then why i have to pay. i am going to file a complain against it. $800.00 is not at all small amount

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

Very disappointed to not have lounge access The shorter flight seats were uncomfortable

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

Awful the whole airline arrived to check baggage and board our flight and the airline desk was closed where none of the passengers could check in baggage, asked for a supervisor and was refused a supervisor, called the airlines from the airport and they refused to refund the flights for their actions in the airport, Etihad and Garuda Airlines absolutely horrible customer service all the way around.

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

It was great! Kept the time. Provided what was promised

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

Was so disappointing. Business class with no TV, uncomfortable seats. Had much higher expectations.

Boarding process was chaotic. Confusion over Boarding gates: gate 55 or gate 56 ???. Unnecessary standing in long lines to board. Better to call out Boarding groups one at a time and everyone else to sit. Airline only has 2 Boarding groups 1-3 and 4-9. That causes over crowding and chaos

Lady next to me was coughing profusely the entire flight, other lady moved seats because of it, 8 hours of that during an overnight flight is a bit much.

The flight was ok. The seats are so small. The free wifi for members was not an option on this flight. The one flight attendant, older woman with straight white/grey hair, was very rude. The gentleman next to me asked about the wifi since he was a member as well. He stated, accurately, that the option to enter the idea number was not available. Her response was, "I don't know what to tell you" and walked away from him. The rest of the staff was wonderful. I asked another flight attendant about the wifi, she said the free wifi was not enabled on that flight (true or not- at least she was friendly). It was also pretty dirty. When I opened the tray table it had mushed crumbs and there was a dirty used pair of ear buds in my seat pocket. Lastly the air vent above my head was working but stuck so I was unable to move it to face me when it got warm. I fly American often but this really was not a great flight.

The seats are extra cramped if you are taller than 5’8! Spring for the extra legroom seats for sure if you have a long flight!

Very disappointed with British Airways. It has been over 24 hours and I still have not received my checked baggage or any proper update. Customer support has been unresponsive, making the situation even more frustrating. Poor baggage handling and lack of communication seriously impacted my travel experience.

Cancelled flight and re booked seats were a downgrade. British Airways said the upgrade was t available but when I checked it was but then they wouldn’t make it right

The map feature on the display at the seat had challenges. The biggest issue was the flight had no WIFI. Most of the smaller planes now have free WIFI. American Airlines on the flight over had WIFI you could purchase. With 8-10 hours on a single flight, the ability to do work via WIFI is essential!!

Overall ok. Best part has always been the sundae dessert.

Very good staff members with sincere passion and responsibility in their job.

My experience with IndiGo was terrible. I had tried to check in online. I could do the DEL to LHR and from LHR to JFK. However, I was unable to check in for the CCU to DEL flight. There was no explanation of why I could not do so. After 2.5 hours of being shuffled from one place to another, I found out that because I was on a codeshare flight, I had to get my boarding pass at the airport. For 2.5 hours, no one was able to explain this to me.

Very comfortable flight. I appreciate the announcements were also in English.

Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

Needs lots of improvement starting from crew/staff attitude, cleanliness, better quality food & in flight amenities.

Horrible flight. No entertainment or WiFi for a 14-hour flight. No explanations either. I’ll never fly Air India again.

Several seats in business class were broken. Some would not recline, others had other problems. They need to really update the seats and AV.

Never can get flight and nof light for three days .finally travel by bus. Very bad experience.

The trip with Air India was better than expected starting with the check-in and the Lounge. The flight was comfortable for a 1 hour flight.

Food not of any international or even Indian standard. We have many cuisine available but only paneer & sundry items. Improve & provide some good indian items. Entertainment website or channel out of order.

First and the foremost I was shocked to see airindia standards have come down so low . The food was horrible . They served us 3 meals for vegetarian and all the was paneer . The orange juice was not at all cold it was smelly . After you take this heavy price air India should learn from other air lines . I at one point felt like throwing up . After all this when we landed we were not given landing slip . We had to wait for 45 min at the immigration just because no one was given landing slip . To top it all we were 3 passengers and had checked in 4 check in luggage . Out of which 3 have not yet arrived . Basically status says the loaded it in our flight ( this was a direct fight ) and it never reached . We are still waiting . There is nothing great to tell about our flight . The he only good thing was the crew were very helpful .

Lay out shows 1st row and second row given after taking payment. It's a fraud

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