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Many airlines serve the Chicago/Chennai route, but none of them provides nonstop flights. They include United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Air India, British Airways, Air France, and Lufthansa. Regardless of your airline choice, you can get flights with either one or two layovers, although one-layover flights come at a higher price. Different airlines stop at various cities, but you can expect your connection flight in Denver, Boston or Atlanta, Doha, Dubai, Paris, and/or London.

Arriving passengers can access downtown Chennai using various means of ground transportation. If you choose public transportation, you can board the MTC Buses that ferry passengers from the flight hub to the city center. Alternatively, you can choose taxi services operated by the Aviation Express, City Taxi, Meru Cabs, Fast Track, and Rickshaw Cabs for about ₹500 ($6.81). You can also opt for rideshare services by Uber and Ola.

You'll find several amenities at O'Hare airport to make your family travel experience memorable. The Main Hall has a family lounge with a children's play area, complete with toys, video games, and climbing structures. You can also access mothers'rooms in Terminals 1, 2, 3, 5, and the Multi-Modal Facility. There are children's changing rooms in every restroom in each terminal.

Getting to the O'Hare airport from the city center is easy. You can opt to travel by shuttle bus—the Go Airport Express shuttles offer transportation from the city center to the airport. They drop you off on the lower-level roadway of the international terminal. You can also take a taxi to the airport, which is much faster, with a fare of about $25. Otherwise, you can choose pre-arranged limousine and SUV rides or rideshare transfers from Uber and Lyft.

MAA has luggage porters who can cater to your needs from the moment you get to the Arrivals Hall to the moment you depart for a small fee. Thus, you’re in luck if you need help clearing airport formalities or moving your luggage.

Airlines flying to Chennai from Chicago usually have layovers at different destinations, including Manama (BAH), Montreal (YUL), Milan (MXP), Madrid (MAD), Istanbul (IST), Paris (CDG), and Frankfurt Am Main (FRA). This being the case, your layover destination will be dependent on the airline you travel with.

If you intend to travel out of MAA to the city center using public transportation, you can take the metro or a taxi. If you’re on a budget, taking a train from the airport to Chennai Park is advisable. Services depart every 15 minutes and the journey takes approximately 29 minutes. If you’re in a rush, it’s recommended to take a taxi.

MAA has three Travel Club lounges dedicated to international travelers in the International Terminal. The lounges are near Gate 16, Gate 11 on the 1st Floor, and Gate 17 on the 3rd floor. To enter any of these lounges, open 24/7, you’ll have to buy a lounge pass.

At ORD, you can comfortably wait for your flight at a Terminal Gateway Spa location. Three in total, they are found near Gate B12 in Terminal 1, Gate H6 in Terminal 3, and Gate M10 in Terminal 5. Given that they boast experienced professionals, you can count on receiving quality care if you visit any.

In case you’re eco-conscious, it’s in your best interest to fly to Chennai aboard a KLM, Delta, or Etihad Airways flight. This is because these airlines stand out within the industry for their policies towards fuel efficiency and environmental protection.

Flights from Chicago to Chennai 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 Chennai (MAA).

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

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

• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 7% of one-stop connections

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Chicago to Chennai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $943 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,156, a difference of $213. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 8,561 miles.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Chennai:

• Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
• Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

The flight takes about 0h 00m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 23% above the route average of $1,032. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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.

One-way fares from Chicago to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $576, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 31m, compared with 20h 57m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 20h 59m via Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Chennai range from $848 to $1,354, with an average of $1,032 over the past 12 months. Anything below $848 counts as a good deal.