$536.63 - Flight tickets from Chicago(ORD) to Chennai(MAA)
02:35 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {HKG} | Trip Duration: 22 hr 30 min
12:35 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Cathay Pacific 807 / 641
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$536.63
08:15 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {IST | BOM} | Trip Duration: 26 hr 50 min
10:35 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 7847 operated by IndiGo Turkish Airlines 6 / 720 / 7847
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$648.60
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08:15 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {IST | DEL} | Trip Duration: 32 hr 05 min
03:50 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 7814 operated by IndiGo Turkish Airlines 6 / 716 / 7814
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$670.17
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08:15 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {IST | DEL} | Trip Duration: 28 hr 05 min
11:50 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 7752 operated by IndiGo | Flight 7812 operated by IndiGo Turkish Airlines 6 / 7752 / 7812
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$698.60
08:15 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {IST | BOM} | Trip Duration: 27 hr 20 min
11:05 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Turkish Airlines 6 / 720 | Air India 2739
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$713.70
06:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {DOH} | Trip Duration: 20 hr 10 min
02:30 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Qatar Airways 726 / 528
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$716.50
06:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {DOH} | Trip Duration: 19 hr 55 min
02:15 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4788 operated by IndiGo Qatar Airways 726 / 4788
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$731.50
06:00 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {SEA | DOH} | Trip Duration: 32 hr 45 min
02:15 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 2131 operated by ALASKA | Flight 4788 operated by IndiGo Qatar Airways 2131 / 720 / 4788
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$736.82
08:00 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {SEA | DOH} | Trip Duration: 30 hr 45 min
02:15 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4788 operated by IndiGo Alaska Airlines 587 | Qatar Airways 720 / 4788
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$741.19
01:10 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {AUH} | Trip Duration: 38 hr 25 min
03:05 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 1016 operated by Starlight Airlines Etihad Airways 10 / 1016
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$773.20
01:10 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {AUH} | Trip Duration: 38 hr 25 min
03:05 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 1016 operated by Starlight Airlines Etihad Airways 10 / 1016
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$791.50
01:10 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {AUH} | Trip Duration: 38 hr 25 min
03:05 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 1016 operated by Starlight Airlines Etihad Airways 10 / 1016
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$819.80
07:40 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {BOS | AUH} | Trip Duration: 43 hr 55 min
03:05 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 8040 operated by JetBlue Airways | Flight 1016 operated by Starlight Airlines Etihad Airways 8040 / 8 / 1016
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$838.80
05:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {YUL | DEL} | Trip Duration: 23 hr 35 min
04:55 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 3542 operated by REPUBLIC AIRWAYS DBA UNITED EXPRESS United Airlines 3542 | Air Canada 50 | Air India 2885
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$867.00
05:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {YUL | DEL} | Trip Duration: 23 hr 35 min
04:55 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4048 operated by REPUBLIC AIRWAYS/UNITED EXPRESS Air Canada 4048 / 50 | Air India 2885
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$868.30
10:40 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {YUL | FRA} | Trip Duration: 25 hr 55 min
12:05 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 3098 operated by REPUBLIC AIRWAYS/UNITED EXPRESS | Flight 9584 operated by Lufthansa Air Canada 3098 / 844 / 9584
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$871.80
08:45 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {YYZ | FRA} | Trip Duration: 27 hr 50 min
12:05 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 8900 operated by AIR CANADA EXPRESS - JAZZ | Flight 9584 operated by Lufthansa Air Canada 8900 / 840 / 9584
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$876.50
06:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {ZRH | BOM} | Trip Duration: 50 hr 25 min
08:45 AM on Feb 05, 2027 MAA
Flight 9880 operated by Air India SWISS 9 / 154 / 9880
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$886.50
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06:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {ZRH | DEL} | Trip Duration: 26 hr 35 min
08:55 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 9866 operated by Air India SWISS 9 / 146 / 9866
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$886.80
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06:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {ZRH | DEL} | Trip Duration: 26 hr 35 min
08:55 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 9866 operated by Air India SWISS 9 / 146 / 9866
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$887.30
06:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {ZRH | DEL} | Trip Duration: 26 hr 35 min
08:55 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 9866 operated by Air India SWISS 9 / 146 / 9866
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$889.50
07:45 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {DXB} | Trip Duration: 19 hr 00 min
02:15 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Emirates 236 / 542
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$889.70
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07:45 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {DXB} | Trip Duration: 19 hr 00 min
02:15 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Emirates 236 / 542
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$894.40
07:45 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {DXB} | Trip Duration: 19 hr 00 min
02:15 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Emirates 236 / 542
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$898.40
04:20 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {FRA | DXB} | Trip Duration: 22 hr 25 min
02:15 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Lufthansa 431 | Emirates 44 / 542
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$911.00
06:00 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {MUC | DEL} | Trip Duration: 23 hr 25 min
04:55 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 9269 operated by United Airlines Lufthansa 9269 / 762 | Air India 2885
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$954.80
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04:20 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {FRA} | Trip Duration: 20 hr 15 min
12:05 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Lufthansa 431 / 758
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$990.30
04:20 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {FRA} | Trip Duration: 20 hr 15 min
12:05 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Lufthansa 431 / 758
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$1022.30
04:20 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
1 Stop {FRA} | Trip Duration: 20 hr 15 min
12:05 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Lufthansa 431 / 758
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$1025.30
05:40 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {HND | DEL} | Trip Duration: 52 hr 40 min
09:50 AM on Feb 05, 2027 MAA
Flight 9266 operated by IndiGo Japan Airlines 9 / 39 / 9266
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$1043.18
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09:40 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
3 Stops {DFW | HND | DEL} | Trip Duration: 52 hr 45 min
01:55 AM on Feb 05, 2027 MAA
Flight 7467 operated by American Airlines | Flight 7013 operated by American Airlines | Flight 9052 operated by IndiGo Japan Airlines 7467 / 7013 / 39 / 9052
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$1045.50
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03:33 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
3 Stops {BOS | NRT | DEL} | Trip Duration: 54 hr 47 min
09:50 AM on Feb 05, 2027 MAA
Flight 7490 operated by American Airlines | Flight 9266 operated by IndiGo Japan Airlines 7490 / 7 / 749 / 9266
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$1048.52
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05:40 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {HND | BLR} | Trip Duration: 49 hr 20 min
06:30 AM on Feb 05, 2027 MAA
Flight 9057 operated by IndiGo Japan Airlines 9 / 753 / 9057
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$1048.62
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09:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {WAW | DEL} | Trip Duration: 27 hr 35 min
12:55 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4447 operated by Air India LOT - Polish Airlines 4 / 71 / 4447
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$1069.50
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09:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {WAW | DEL} | Trip Duration: 27 hr 35 min
12:55 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4447 operated by Air India LOT - Polish Airlines 4 / 71 / 4447
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$1084.60
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09:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {WAW | DEL} | Trip Duration: 27 hr 35 min
12:55 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4447 operated by Air India LOT - Polish Airlines 4 / 71 / 4447
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$1092.50
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09:50 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {WAW | DEL} | Trip Duration: 27 hr 35 min
12:55 PM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4447 operated by Air India LOT - Polish Airlines 4 / 71 / 4447
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$1158.50
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11:45 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
3 Stops {EWR | LFW | ADD} | Trip Duration: 32 hr 55 min
08:10 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
United Airlines 2037 | Ethiopian Airlines 515 / 692
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$1261.00
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11:45 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
3 Stops {EWR | LFW | ADD} | Trip Duration: 32 hr 55 min
08:10 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
United Airlines 2037 | Ethiopian Airlines 515 / 692
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$1285.70
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08:15 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {IST | BOM} | Trip Duration: 26 hr 35 min
10:20 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4032 operated by Turkish Airlines IndiGo 4032 / 18 / 5204
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$1302.00
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08:15 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {IST | DEL} | Trip Duration: 26 hr 05 min
09:50 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4032 operated by Turkish Airlines IndiGo 4032 / 12 / 976
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$1328.00
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08:15 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {IST | BOM} | Trip Duration: 26 hr 35 min
10:20 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4032 operated by Turkish Airlines IndiGo 4032 / 18 / 5204
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$1371.00
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08:15 PM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {IST | DEL} | Trip Duration: 26 hr 05 min
09:50 AM on Feb 04, 2027 MAA
Flight 4032 operated by Turkish Airlines IndiGo 4032 / 12 / 976
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$1400.01
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05:00 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {EWR | DEL} | Trip Duration: 28 hr 30 min
09:00 PM on Feb 03, 2027 MAA
United Airlines 2759 | Air India 106 / 2837
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$1444.40
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05:00 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {EWR | DEL} | Trip Duration: 28 hr 30 min
09:00 PM on Feb 03, 2027 MAA
United Airlines 2759 | Air India 106 / 2837
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$1671.40
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06:00 AM on Feb 02, 2027 ORD
2 Stops {EWR | DEL} | Trip Duration: 25 hr 00 min
06:30 PM on Feb 03, 2027 MAA
United Airlines 2295 | Air India 106 / 537
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$1922.40
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ORD 08:05 PM Aug 13, 2026
38 hr 15 min 
1 Stop
1 Stop MAA 08:50 PM Aug 15, 2026
MAA 03:40 PM Sep 11, 2026
27 hr 25 min 1 Stop
1 Stop ORD 08:35 AM Sep 12, 2026
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19 hr 55 min 1 Stop
1 Stop MAA 03:00 AM Aug 15, 2026
MAA 10:05 PM Sep 11, 2026
28 hr 10 min 1 Stop
1 Stop ORD 03:45 PM Sep 12, 2026
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ORD 04:00 PM Aug 13, 2026
45 hr 05 min 1 Stop
1 Stop MAA 11:35 PM Aug 15, 2026
MAA 12:50 AM Sep 11, 2026
24 hr 00 min 1 Stop
1 Stop ORD 02:20 PM Sep 11, 2026
$1281.19
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ORD 12:59 PM Aug 13, 2026
27 hr 36 min 2 Stops
2 Stops MAA 03:05 AM Aug 15, 2026
MAA 04:20 AM Sep 11, 2026
21 hr 15 min 1 Stop
1 Stop ORD 03:05 PM Sep 11, 2026
$1352.06
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ORD 02:35 PM Feb 02, 2027
22 hr 30 min 1 Stop
1 Stop MAA 12:35 AM Feb 04, 2027
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ORD 08:15 PM Feb 02, 2027
26 hr 50 min 2 Stops
2 Stops MAA 10:35 AM Feb 04, 2027
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ORD 06:50 PM Feb 02, 2027
20 hr 10 min 1 Stop
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ORD 01:10 PM Feb 02, 2027
38 hr 25 min 1 Stop
1 Stop MAA 03:05 PM Feb 04, 2027
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ORD 10:20 AM Dec 17, 2026
52 hr 05 min 2 Stops
2 Stops AMD 01:55 AM Dec 20, 2026
ORD 09:30 AM Dec 27, 2026
35 hr 45 min 2 Stops
2 Stops MAA 08:45 AM Dec 29, 2026
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ORD 07:45 PM Dec 17, 2026
19 hr 40 min 1 Stop
1 Stop AMD 02:55 AM Dec 19, 2026
ORD 09:30 AM Dec 27, 2026
35 hr 45 min 2 Stops
2 Stops MAA 08:45 AM Dec 29, 2026
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37 hr 26 min 2 Stops
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35 hr 45 min 2 Stops
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ORD 03:40 PM Dec 17, 2026
28 hr 40 min 2 Stops
2 Stops AMD 07:50 AM Dec 19, 2026
ORD 09:30 AM Dec 27, 2026
35 hr 45 min 2 Stops
2 Stops MAA 08:45 AM Dec 29, 2026
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Book Cheap Flights from Chicago to Chennai with One-Way Fares Starting at Just $324
Chicago to Chennai is a long-haul route linking the US Midwest with one of South India's major cultural and technology centers. Flights from Chicago to Chennai usually involve one or two stops, commonly via Middle Eastern hubs such as Doha or Dubai, or through Indian gateways like Delhi or Mumbai before the final leg to MAA. Choosing well-timed connections and accounting for immigration and baggage transfer at Indian hubs can help ensure a smoother ORD to Chennai journey.
Popular Route Information for Chicago to Chennai Flights
The distance between Chicago O Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chennai International Airport (MAA) is approximately 13,750 km.
Common Transit Cities for Chicago to Chennai Flights
There are no nonstop flights from Chicago to Chennai International Airport. Travelers typically have to fly via major hubs in Europe, Middle East, and at times even in Africa before continuing to Chennai.
Doha
Layover: Around 3 to 4 hours
Total travel time:Around 22 to 29 hours
Qatar Airways offers one of the most efficient options from Chicago to Chennai via Hamad International Airport. The airline operates a strong ORD to Doha long haul service, followed by a direct flight to Chennai. This routing is popular for its short layovers, reliable schedules, and seamless baggage transfer on a single ticket.
Abu Dhabi
Layover: Around 3 to 5 hours
Total travel time: Around 22 to 29 hours
Etihad Airways connects Chicago to Chennai through Abu Dhabi International Airport. While Etihad operates direct services from Abu Dhabi to Chennai, passengers benefit from coordinated transfers and well managed transit facilities. This route suits travelers looking for a Middle Eastern hub with efficient immigration-free connections.
Frankfurt
Layover: Around 3 hours (Frankfurt) and 2 to 4 hours (Mumbai)
Total travel time: Around 26 to 29 hours
Lufthansa operates nonstop flights from Chicago to Frankfurt. Since Lufthansa does not fly directly to Chennai, passengers usually connect via major Indian gateways such as Delhi or Mumbai on Star Alliance partner Air India. This option is preferred by business travelers who value alliance benefits and through checked baggage.
Istanbul
Layover: Around 3 to 4 hours
Total travel time: Around 25 to 29 hours
Turkish Airlines connects Chicago to Chennai via Istanbul Airport. The airline offers a direct onward flight from Istanbul to Chennai on select schedules, making this a convenient single hub option.
Addis Ababa
Layover: Around 3 to 4 hours
Total travel time: Around 25 to 27 hours
Ethiopian Airlines provides an alternative routing via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. From Chicago, passengers connect through Addis Ababa before continuing to Chennai. While the journey is slightly longer, this option can be useful when fares on Middle Eastern or European carriers are limited.
Non-stop Flights from Chicago to Chennai
Currently, there are no nonstop flights operating between Chicago and Chennai. All itineraries involve at least one international connection. Travelers can choose between Middle Eastern hubs for faster one stop journeys, European hubs for alliance based travel, or African hubs for additional fare flexibility depending on schedule and budget preferences.
Airlines Operating Connecting Flights
Qatar Airways via Doha
Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi
Lufthansa via Frankfurt
Turkish Airlines via Istanbul
Ethiopian Airways via Addis Ababa
Alternate Routes for Flights from Chicago to Chennai
Chicago to Delhi
Chicago to Mumbai
Chicago to Hyderabad
You can also take a domestic flight from Chicago to either New York or San Francisco and then take onward flights to Chennai.
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Destinations, routes, codeshare agreements, lounge access rules, services, and facilities are subject to change and may vary depending on airline policies and the aircraft in operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which airport will I depart from Chicago?
International flights to India usually depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). O'Hare is a major global hub with nonstop long haul services, dedicated international terminals, and extensive pre departure facilities for overseas travel.
Which airport will I arrive at in Chennai?
You will land at Chennai International Airport (MAA), also known as Anna International Airport. It is the main gateway to South India and handles heavy international traffic, especially from the USA, Europe, and the Middle East.
How do I get from Chennai Airport to the city center?
Chennai Airport is around 20 km from the city. App based cabs like Uber and Ola are the most convenient, while the Chennai Metro connects the airport directly to central areas such as Alandur, Egmore, and Chennai Central via interchange stations.
Is public transportation available late at night from Chennai Airport?
Metro services usually stop around late evening, but prepaid taxis and app based cabs operate 24/7. For late night arrivals, taxis are the safest and most reliable option to reach areas like T Nagar, Adyar, or OMR.
Does Chennai Airport have lounges for transit passengers?
Chennai Airport has lounges in both international and domestic departure areas, including facilities in Terminal 2. Lounge access is generally for departing or connecting passengers, while arriving travelers may not be eligible unless they re-clear security for onward flights.
Does Chicago International Airport have lounges for international passengers?
Chicago O'Hare offers several premium lounges for international flyers, including United Polaris Lounge, American Airlines Flagship Lounge, and multiple Priority Pass lounges. Access depends on cabin class, airline status, or lounge membership, making long haul departures more comfortable.
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