Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chennai and Chicago?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 40% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

Etihad Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Chennai according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chennai to Chicago?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 43m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chennai to Chicago?

Flights via New Delhi (DEL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $898.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chennai to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 30m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to Chicago?

American Airlines, KLM, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Chicago

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago?

The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago is 6 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Chicago?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:15 am - 8:35 amMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

8:25 pm - 2:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,074Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 24

7:35 am - 7:15 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

4:26 pm - 5:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

49h 39m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow

$1,075British Airways

Fri, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 16

3:55 am - 8:55 amMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

2:35 pm - 12:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

22h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,077Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 23

3:55 am - 8:55 amMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

2:35 pm - 12:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

22h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,078Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 23

3:25 am - 7:55 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:50 pm - 2:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

20h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,087Qatar Airways

Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Jan 14

5:35 am - 2:00 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

42h 55m2 stops London Heathrow Dublin

9:02 am - 5:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

34h 03m2 stops Charlotte Douglas London Heathrow

$1,087British Airways

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 25

1:45 am - 1:10 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

10:35 pm - 12:05 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,112Lufthansa

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4:05 am - 9:12 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 37m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

7:20 pm - 2:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

21h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,114Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8

1:55 am - 2:55 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

7:45 pm - 12:05 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

40h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Frankfurt am Main

$1,128Lufthansa

Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Jan 8

10:15 am - 3:40 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

8:25 pm - 8:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,140Etihad Airways

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12:50 am - 5:00 amMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

8:23 am - 11:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

28h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

$1,148Cathay Pacific

Tue, Aug 25 - Fri, Sep 25

10:15 am - 3:55 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

2:00 pm - 8:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,207Etihad Airways

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10:20 am - 8:15 amMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 25m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Addis Ababa Bole

8:25 pm - 8:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,313Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Sep 25

4:05 am - 3:40 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

1:10 pm - 7:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

19h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,371Etihad Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Feb 3

4:10 am - 3:05 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

7:20 pm - 2:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

20h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,921Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 24

4:10 am - 3:05 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

7:20 pm - 2:35 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

20h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,922Qatar Airways

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8:50 am - 8:52 amMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

58h 32m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Rome Fiumicino New York John F Kennedy Intl

10:59 am - 8:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

47h 26m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$2,132Air India

Wed, Aug 26 - Fri, Sep 25

1:55 am - 5:15 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main London Heathrow

9:40 pm - 12:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

40h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

$2,919Lufthansa

Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 24

4:35 am - 4:34 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

46h 29m3 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V. Newark

5:30 pm - 8:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

27h 15m3 stops Newark Athens Eleftherios V. Dubai Intl

$5,750Emirates

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Nov 11

9:50 am - 4:34 pmMAA Chennai-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

65h 14m3 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V. Newark

5:30 pm - 8:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAA Chennai

39h 10m3 stops Newark Athens Eleftherios V. Dubai Intl

$5,754Emirates

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Nov 11

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British Airways

Feb 12

MAA7:35 amChennai

23h 10m

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ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 16

ORD4:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

49h 39m

2 stops

MAA5:35 amChennai

$1,075

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Oct 4

MAA5:35 amChennai

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24h 50m

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MAA5:35 amChennai

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Oct 6

MAA5:35 amChennai

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Oct 27

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28h 15m

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MAA5:35 amChennai

$1,090

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Sep 3

MAA10:15 amChennai

32h 50m

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ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 24

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 55m

1 stop

MAA2:50 amChennai

$1,074

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Sep 3

MAA10:15 amChennai

39h 55m

1 stop

ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 24

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 30m

1 stop

MAA8:25 amChennai

$1,140

Etihad Airways

Sep 3

MAA10:15 amChennai

39h 55m

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ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 24

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 30m

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$1,144

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Thu 9/3

10:15 am-8:35 am

1 stop32h 50m

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8:25 pm-2:50 am

1 stop19h 55m

$1,074

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4:26 pm-5:35 am

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$1,075

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Sat 10/31

3:55 am-8:55 am

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2:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

$1,077

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2:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop22h 30m

$1,078

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Fri 12/11

3:25 am-7:55 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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6:50 pm-2:30 am

1 stop20h 10m

$1,087

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MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Sun 10/4

5:35 am-2:00 pm

2 stops42h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

9:02 am-5:35 am

2 stops34h 03m

$1,087

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Wed 11/25

1:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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10:35 pm-12:05 am

1 stop38h 00m

$1,112

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 10/1

4:05 am-9:12 pm

2 stops27h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/8

7:20 pm-2:50 am

1 stop21h 00m

$1,114

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

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Thu 10/1

1:55 am-2:55 pm

1 stop23h 30m

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Fri 1/8

7:45 pm-12:05 am

2 stops40h 50m

$1,128

ChennaiChicago

MAA Chennai - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MAAORD

Chennai

Thu 9/3

10:15 am-3:40 pm

1 stop39h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/24

8:25 pm-8:25 am

1 stop25h 30m

$1,140

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chennai and Chicago?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,072 to $1,238.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,074.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Chennai, with most prices found around $916. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in April, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Chennai to Chicago during October average around $923.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,022 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Chennai for as low as $890 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to Chicago flight.

How have Chennai to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Chennai to Chicago flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$676
Fastest flight time	21h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Chennai in the past 72 hours is $676. The best round-trip flight deal from Chennai to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,074.

The fastest flight from Chennai to Chicago takes 21h 10m

There are no direct flights from Chennai to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Chennai to Chicago.

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How far is Chennai to Chicago by plane?
A flight from Chennai to Chicago will travel around 8555.9 mi. Typically, this will take 21h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to Chicago is 6 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Chicago?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chennai to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chennai to Chicago is Etihad Airways, representing 58% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Emirates at 23%, Lufthansa at 13%, and Qatar Airways at 6%.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $775	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,506 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $806	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,202 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $822	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,737 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air India	PriceFrom $876	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,943 reviews	Search Air India flights
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