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Cheapest return flight
₹ 74,256
Typical prices: ₹ 78,565-₹ 123,312
Ethiopian Air
Sun 18/11Tue 20/11
ORD - BOM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 30,615
Typical prices: ₹ 35,953-₹ 67,187
Royal Jordanian
Wed 17/1
ORD - BOM • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Mumbai. 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 18 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 74,598 (return)
Shortest trip • 20h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Mumbai (CHI-BOM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chicago to Mumbai

Tue, 16 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
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20:15 - 05:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
21h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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07:00 - 18:20BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 50m1 stop Istanbul
₹ 74,826Turkish Airlines
14 hours ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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20:15 - 05:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
21h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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07:00 - 18:20BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 50m1 stop Istanbul
₹ 74,826Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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19:10 - 04:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
21h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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06:30 - 16:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
₹ 74,826Scandinavian Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
19:10 - 04:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
21h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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06:30 - 16:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 45m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
₹ 74,826Scandinavian Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 30 Mar - Tue, 15 Jun
Etihad Airways Logo
11:00 - 19:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
21h 30m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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05:10 - 08:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 75,207Etihad Airways
1 day ago
Tue, 5 Jan - Tue, 9 Mar
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14:55 - 01:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
47h 30m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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04:40 - 07:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 75,207Etihad Airways
1 day ago
Wed, 28 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
KLM Logo
19:25 - 03:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
21h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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05:10 - 16:15BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 75,682KLM
2 days ago
Wed, 28 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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15:05 - 00:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
22h 55m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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02:30 - 14:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
₹ 76,158KLM
2 days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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16:20 - 01:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
21h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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02:50 - 13:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
₹ 92,131Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Wed, 4 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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18:00 - 07:15ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
25h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Bengaluru Intl
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01:35 - 14:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
₹ 92,321Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago to Mumbai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Chicago to Mumbai?

Return flights from Chicago to Mumbai typically range from ₹ 78,565 to ₹ 123,312. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 74,256 on Ethiopian Air.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Mumbai flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Mumbai routes. They average around ₹ 88,865 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Mumbai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Mumbai. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Mumbai?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Mumbai at ₹ 73,495 return.
•December (₹ 133,204) and July (₹ 110,291) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago to Mumbai the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago to Mumbai are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Chicago to Mumbai flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

₹ 30,615
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 140% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Mumbai

When to book flights from Chicago to Mumbai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Mumbai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago to Mumbai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Mumbai?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Mumbai:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Mumbai?

    A direct flight from Chicago to Mumbai takes 00m, covering 20,819 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Mumbai?

    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 Chicago to Mumbai flight?

    Return flights from Chicago to Mumbai range from ₹ 78,565 to ₹ 123,312, with an average of ₹ 93,301 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 78,565 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago to Mumbai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the ₹ 93,301 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Mumbai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Mumbai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 40,142, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Mumbai?

    Flights from Chicago to Mumbai may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Mumbai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago to Mumbai most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Mumbai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Chicago to Mumbai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 88,993 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₹ 101,543, a difference of ₹ 12,550.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chicago to Mumbai?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 06m, compared to 21h 15m via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) and 21h 21m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and Mumbai?

    Mumbai is 10 hours ahead of Chicago (India Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mumbai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Mumbai are Juhu Beach, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Gateway of India. These are among the most viewed places in Mumbai on KAYAK.

  • What is the best airport to fly out of when flying from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM)?

    Almost all of the flights from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport fly out of O’Hare International Airport (ORD), including all of the flights with only one stop. Although the Midway (MDW) and Greater Rockford (RFD) airports offer a limited number of flights to Mumbai, these flights almost always have multiple stops and at least one self-transfer (where separate tickets are purchased for each leg, and the baggage must be re-checked during the layover) or a change in the airport during the layover.

  • Can I fly nonstop from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM)?

    Unfortunately, nonstop flights from Chicago to Mumbai Airport (BOM) are not available at this time. However, a wide selection of flights with only one stop is available from O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mumbai, and many of these flights are cheaper than the longer flights with multiple stops. Some of the airlines that have only one layover on this route include British Airways, United Airlines, Delta, Lufthansa, Etihad, Qatar, and American Airlines.

  • Can I use public transportation to get from downtown Chicago to O’Hare Airport (ORD)?

    One of the easiest ways to get from downtown Chicago to O’Hare is via the “L” train, which is CTA’s rapid-transit system. The CTA train station is located underneath the parking garage in the center of Terminals 1-3, and it takes about 45min to get to the airport from downtown Chicago on the CTA’s Blue Line.

  • Do any trains stop at the airport in Mumbai?

    Although no trains stop directly inside Mumbai Airport’s terminals, the Andheri Railway Station is only about 1.25 miles from the airport. Passengers can get to Andheri Station via a pedestrian tunnel or a quick ride on a local BEST bus or taxi. Passengers can then take the Mumbai Suburban Railway trains downtown or use the pedestrian bridge to get to the adjacent metro station. There is also a hub for buses outside of Andheri station.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Mumbai 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average ₹ 88,993, about ₹ 12,550 less than Thursday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Mumbai trip for February. Fares historically average ₹ 73,495 return in that month – typically ₹ 59,709 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport.

    • The Lalit Mumbai
    • Aurika, Mumbai International Airport - Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels
    • The Leela Mumbai
  • Chicago’s O’Hare Airport is one of the world’s busiest airports and is a major hub for American Airlines and United Airlines.
  • O’Hare International Airport has four passenger terminals. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are primarily for domestic flights and are interconnected with pedestrian walkways. Terminal 5 is housed in a separate building and is used primarily for international arrivals and departures.
  • The six VIP membership lounges in the international terminal (Terminal 5) of O’Hare Airport are the British Airways First Lounge and Terraces Lounge (both near Gate M12), The SAS Lounge (near Gate M15), the Swiss International / Austrian Lounge (at Gate M8) and the Swissport Lounge and the AirFrance / KLM Lounge (both at Gate M7).
  • International flights into Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) arrive at Terminal 2 (also called T2), which is the newer and larger of the airport’s two terminals.
  • If you choose to take a taxi to downtown Mumbai from Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport, it is a good idea to take a prepaid taxi and avoid the hassles of dealing with a metered taxi ride. With a prepaid taxi, you shouldn’t pay more than about ₹650 ($8.66) for the 17.5 miles ride downtown.

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