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12:00 pm - 7:10 pmORD-MAA
20h 40m1 stop
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8:40 pm - 7:25 amMAA-ORD
21h 15m1 stop
$687Air India
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12:00 pm - 7:10 pmORD-MAA
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8:40 pm - 7:25 amMAA-ORD
21h 15m1 stop
$706Air India
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6:30 pm - 12:10 amORD-MAA
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8:40 pm - 12:10 pmMAA-ORD
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$811Undisclosed Carrier
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6:00 pm - 8:55 amORD-MAA
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1:55 am - 2:55 pmMAA-ORD
23h 30mnonstop
$814Undisclosed Carrier
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6:00 pm - 11:10 pmORD-MAA
42h 40m2 stops
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1:55 am - 7:55 pmMAA-ORD
28h 30m1 stop
$826Lufthansa
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9:40 pm - 8:55 amORD-MAA
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1:55 am - 2:55 pmMAA-ORD
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7:20 pm - 2:50 amORD-MAA
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3:45 am - 2:30 pmMAA-ORD
22h 15m1 stop
$871Qatar Airways
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7:20 pm - 9:10 amORD-MAA
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4:20 am - 3:05 pmMAA-ORD
21h 15m1 stop
$905Qatar Airways
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11:45 pm - 4:00 pmORD-MAA
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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Chennai

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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For a quick commute to downtown Chicago, take the CTA Blue Line train from ORD, which runs 24 hours and avoids traffic delays.

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MAA

At MAA, use the airport metro for a quick 20-minute ride to Chennai city center, avoiding traffic.

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Chennai flights

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

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Planning a trip from Chicago to Chennai? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Chennai flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Chicago to Chennai.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Chicago to Chennai cost $1,157 and was between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Chennai (MAA). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $1,157.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Chennai?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Chennai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Chicago to Chennai, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago 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 to Chennai is September, where tickets cost $823 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,556 and $1,521 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 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 to Chennai, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

 AI-powered savings tips

KAYAK's tips to save more on a Chicago to Chennai flight

When planning a trip from Chicago to Chennai, there are several strategies to consider for saving money. Generally, the cheapest day to fly is Sunday, while the most affordable month is September.

Cheapest Route: Opt for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Chennai (MAA) for the most cost-effective route.

Booking Advance: Booking your flight around 90 days in advance can help you secure a better deal.

Low-cost Airline: Etihad Airways generally offers the cheapest fares for this route.

Direct vs Layover: Despite the convenience, direct flights tend to be more expensive than those with layovers.

This feature is powered by ChatGPT: an OpenAI-developed artificial intelligence model trained with KAYAK proprietary data and third-party data not verified by KAYAK. 


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Low seasonSeptember
High seasonJune
Cheapest flight$311
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 38% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago 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 flights from Chicago to Chennai

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Chennai International Airport?

    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.

  • How can I access the city center from Chennai Airport?

    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.

  • Are there family-friendly amenities at Chicago O'Hare airport?

    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.

  • How can I get from The Loop to Chicago O'Hare airport?

    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.

  • Can I get assistance to clear formalities at MAA?

    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.

  • Where will I have a layover while traveling with a one-stop or two-stop flight to Chennai from Chicago?

    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.

  • What are the public transportation options from MAA?

    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.

  • Does MAA have lounges for international travelers?

    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.

  • Where can I relax at ORD as I wait for my flight to MAA?

    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.

  • What are some of the eco-friendly airlines flying from Chicago to Chennai?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Chennai was $311 for a one-way ticket and $687 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Chennai?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Chennai?

    On your way to Chennai, you’ll fly out from one of these Chicago airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You’ll be landing at Chennai.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Chennai?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Chennai flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Chennai?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Chennai flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Chennai?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Chennai from Chicago?

    Abu Dhabi is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Chicago to Chennai.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Chennai are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,188 and an overall rating of 8.0, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,218 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago 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 to Chennai.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Chennai?

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,180 or less round-trip.
  • Your flight from Chicago might take off either from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). The former is the busier of the two, handling a wide range of international flights. It’s the ideal departure airport if you want modern and full-service amenities.
  • Chicago O'Hare airport lies about 14 miles from The Loop (downtown area). On the other hand, Midway Airport is located about eight miles away from the central business district. It would be best to fly from Midway if you're traveling with a tight schedule as getting to the airport is a little bit faster.
  • Would you like to relax and experience 1st class VIP treatment before departure? All Chicago airports have lounges. At O'Hare, you can access the Air France/KLM lounge, British Airways First Lounge, and SAS Lounge. At Midway, you can lay back or be productive at USO Lounge, situated in Concourse C.
  • There are several things you can do at Chicago O'Hare as you wait for your flight departure. Nature buffs will relish a visit to the Aeroponic Garden located on the Mezzanine floor of the airport's Rotunda Building. Culture enthusiasts can enjoy beautiful art pieces in the tunnel connecting Concourse B and C and Terminal 1.
  • Special assistance, such as wheelchairs and other types of special facilities for people with disabilities, is readily available at Chennai Airport. Travelers who may need such services are required to communicate this to their respective airlines in advance. Chennai International Airport (MAA) is also equipped with medical services to travelers who may need it.
  • To fly into Chennai International Airport (MAA) from Chicago, you must have a passport with at least two blank pages and a paper visa valid for 10 years for US citizens or an e-tourist visa. In case you’re planning to carry a large amount of currency with you, please note that currency more than $5000 must be declared.
  • In Chicago, you can board your flight at either Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). If you’re an active member of the US military or a family member of one, you’ll be happy to hear that both airports feature a USO Lounge where you can comfortably wait for your flight. At MDW, the lounge is on the Airside of Concourse C, while at ORD, there’s one in Terminal 2 and another in Terminal 3.
  • In case you intend to fly to Chennai with an infant, ORD, MDW, and MAA feature nursing rooms with curtains, comfy seats, deep sinks, and baby changing tables you can take advantage of. At ORD, there are nursing rooms near Gates B4 and C20 in Terminal 1, Gate F9 in Terminal 2, in the rotunda and near Gate L6 in Terminal 3, and Gate M20 in Terminal 5. At MDW, there’s a baby care room next to the yoga room in Concourse C and another near Gate A5 in Concourse A. At MAA, the nursing rooms are found in both terminals.

Top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Chennai

 
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3215 reviews
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8.3Crew
8.0Comfort
7.8Food
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Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

10.0 ExcellentBharat, Feb 2025DXB - BOM
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Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

Except for the uncleaned tray, and the delay in serving food for our section (which may have been due to the location of our row) everything else was good. The crew were very professional and responded to our requests promptly throughout the flight. We as a family were not disappointed by Emirates.

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Seat 💺 was all the way on last row. Food was okay .

Charged for internet that never really worked. The food selection was just ok.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. Food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

I purchased Qatar airways after seeing ads about its service. To my surprise Qatar is marketing gimmick and horrible airlines which I don’t recommend to anyone Flight was dirty including flight from Miami to Doha And Doha airport restrooms are dirty On top of this they use this pathetic cheap indigo From Doha to Hyderabad which I will never fly Also they lost one of my baggage in Indigo and still waiting to receive it. I will never travel Qatar and will never recommend

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

No difference between US airline and Qatar. Both cramp as many people. The airline seems to change planes without notice choice is seating when making reservations online doesn’t match the plane a passenger is on. Especially paying extra. Nothing special No different than US carriers.

Aircraft was spacious compared to American Airlines, food was great, entertainment was much better with a wide variety of options, and the crew was very polite.

This flight was a dreamliner so I think the space was ok for the legs, but the option for food was again limited and the crew was same.

Boarding was efficient, had to check in cabin luggage. Seats were narrow, food was more in quantity, received cabin luggage on the luggage belt which was fine.

Bad. Flight was very uncomfortable with narrow and shallow seats, very little food and water. I will not fly etihad again.

Needs better seat for business class. My seat was falling apart. Also no WiFi on that flight

Boarding catastrophic let alone have to claimb the plain rather than using jetway. 5.5 hr delay leaving had to do stop in Lgw for a new crew which further compounded the delay. Connecting flight would not wait and had to pend a night in a hotel. Curiously my seat would not go full flat.

Good. The food was very bad. Except for the chicken rice, rest of the dish went to trash.

Only 1 time food and drinks together was offered, for total 5 hours duration drinks and snacks was never offered. For some people food choice was not available, only veg was available. No entertainment option was there. Crew members were mostly back of the flight asking each other for KitKat and chips to share between them.

Etihad flight sector is a local . .give the same quality upto destination

Seat selection screen while online check-in could include free seats to choose from and show the options before we proceed. Currently, it is auto-allocated and there are no options for free seat selections.

Long way to improve. Toilets not working. Bad handling when flight was canceled

The row of seats were so cramped it was difficult to get in and out of your seat. I even upgraded. A long flight and sad accommodations 😵‍💫 the shorter flight was very comfortable and the seating was spacious

I have flown with many airlines. My first time was several years ago. Now I remember why I avoided them for so long. Lufthanza is the only airline who has ever raised a size/weight issue with my modest standard size carry on. I had to repack three times to meet their carry-on weight criteria. (Apparently the rules of physics apply differently on Lufthansa flight than on other airlines.) In the meantime their staff was quite rude, repeating meaningless phrases like "Rules are Rules." And ignoring the additional fact that weight is also weight, whether it is in found in your carry on or in your suitcase. They eventually acknowledged that customer service and satisfaction is, for them, a low priority. Never choosing Lufthansa again.

They are professional. Nice crew. Still flying Boeing 747. Thank you for that. I love this airplane. Traditional.

Connecting from Germany with not enough time to go thru TSA and security so many times. Kayak or whomever doesn’t leave you enough time between flights. I made it with 5 min before my zone was called. Too stressful

The seats were extremely uncomfortable. I spent €25 on internet and never gained access to it. A flight attendant told me she would file a complaint/report on my behalf but it put me in a very difficult situation.

Boarding was easy and well organized, Breakfast was not very good.

Sitting in a hotel in Chicago because I was rebooked due to a missed connection. Very frustrating.

Very disappointed. None of the bags from Newark & Toronto flight were loaded onto connecting flight to Mumbai. And yet, no announcement during the flight. No placard near the luggage carousel in Mumbai. Absolute mayhem at Lufthansa lost & found counter. Each agent taking 20 minutes to record each incident. Stood in line for more than 1 hour, after suffering through a 8 hour flight.

Well,I miss a flight to Stl with United,they send me to Stl with a different airline, but same day,which was great

Terrible. Had to go through customs and pick up our luggage. Then they said we couldn't make our connecting flight to MKE when we had 35min before takeoff. There were no other flights out on any airline so we would've had to spend the night at ORD. We were able to get a ride to MKE at our expense instead. Ridiculous that they would not allow us to try to make the flight, which we would have. Assuming rechecking the luggage was the problem. They should not have listed this as a viable connecting flight if there was no chance in making it. There was 4 people in our party.

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

The seats were extremely uncomfortable. Air India seats used to be very comfortable . with sufficient legroom. In this aircraft there was no legroom. It is a shame that for your profit margins you are trying to pack people like cattle on these long haul flights. The food was terrible. The bread was hard like a rock. Mr CEO of Air India, why don’t you take a flight in economy from India to USA and experience the hardships first hand. It is utter disgrace

Absolutely nothing. Cold and unpleasant airline staff, and to top it all, the entertainment system was broken. Really harrowing experience.

BAD experience. Entertainment system was not working and most of the passengers had this issue. Staff was not helpful. Meal was yuck. Bad old flights.

Overall good experience. I got first row seats with extra legroom. It does make a difference. Entertainment system was working. However, they kept serving me a VEGAN meal instead of a VEGETERIAN meal. I asked them and showed my tickets that Vegeterian meal is selected but the staff didn't care. VEGAN meal was medicore and not enough to fill tummy. Also unhealthy with butter made from palm oil.

Communication was terrible. Flight was delayed for 4-5 hours in DC (on the front end, and also after we boarded, we had to get off - some issue with fueling the old plane correctly). There was little to no information on timing or what was happening. Once we reach Delhi airspace, apparently there was weather that caused us not to land - we were actually near the ground, saw the run way, and lifted back up to the sky after being sooo close. Then we circled for about 30 minutes, and they decided to go to Jaipur to land until the weather cleared and to refuel. Again, once we landed in Jaipur (wrong city), there was little to no information on timing or what was happening. Then we heard that the crew was reaching their 24 hours. We sat on the place, on the tarmac for another 3 HOURS, with no food and not enough water for everyone on the flight. Then, they kicked us off the plane with no plan, in the wrong city. We went thru customs, got our bags (thank goodness), and had to ask a bunch of staff what was happening and what to do. Eventually, their soltuion was to bus people back to Delhi (like 6 hours we were told) but not everyone would fit on the bus, and unknown timing on when it would leave. At this point it was 9PM (we were scheduled to arrive in Delhi at 11AM...). My husband and I decided to risk it and take a cab that we had to pay ourselves (about $200 US dollars) to get to Delhi (about 5 hour drive). We both had terrible trips back to the US as well - almost missed connecting flight, forced to pay for carry-on luggage (a small back pack!) and duty-free goods by the Air India staff last minute. Just terrible experience all around. Never again with AI! The ONLY good thing was the air hostesses were kind and patient - example: they made sure people with food allergies got their correct.

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