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Cheap Flights from Chicago to India

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
New Delhi
New Delhinonstop$674
Mumbai
Mumbai1 stop$718
Bengaluru
Bengaluru1 stop$779
Chennai
Chennai1 stop$717
New Delhi
New Delhinonstop$674
Mumbai
Mumbai1 stop$718
Bengaluru
Bengaluru1 stop$779
Chennai
Chennai1 stop$717

Book Cheap Chicago to India Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to India that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to India

Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Mar 17
Air India Logo
1:30 pm - 4:50 pm
ORD
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DEL
15h 50mnonstop
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2:15 am - 12:30 pm
DEL
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ORD
20h 45m
1 stop
$674Air India
Fri, Feb 20 - Tue, May 5
Air India Logo
1:30 pm - 4:50 pm
ORD
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DEL
15h 50mnonstop
Air India Logo
2:15 am - 11:10 am
DEL
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ORD
19h 25m
1 stop
$678Air India
Mon, Apr 6 - Sun, Sep 6
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10:43 am - 10:10 pm
ORD
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DEL
24h 57m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:05 am - 12:35 pm
DEL
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ORD
22h 00m
1 stop
$679Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, May 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 4:50 am
ORD
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DEL
30h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:40 am
DEL
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ORD
37h 40m
1 stop
$680Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 5:15 am
ORD
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DEL
29h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 11:05 am
DEL
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ORD
38h 50m
1 stop
$681Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 24
Etihad Airways Logo
1:10 pm - 7:30 pm
ORD
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HYD
18h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
4:05 am - 7:35 am
HYD
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ORD
39h 00m
1 stop
$711Etihad Airways
Mon, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 15
Etihad Airways Logo
1:10 pm - 7:30 pm
ORD
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HYD
18h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
4:05 am - 7:35 am
HYD
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ORD
39h 00m
1 stop
$712Etihad Airways
Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 12
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 2:35 am
ORD
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COK
20h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:15 pm - 3:45 pm
COK
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ORD
34h 00m
1 stop
$873Qatar Airways
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, May 5
Emirates Logo
8:35 pm - 8:55 am
ORD
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COK
25h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
4:30 am - 3:45 pm
COK
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ORD
21h 45m
1 stop
$875Emirates
Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 23
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 3:10 pm
ORD
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COK
32h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:15 pm - 2:30 pm
COK
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ORD
33h 45m
1 stop
$876Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to India flights

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

What is the cheapest Chicago to India flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to India from Chicago found in the last 72 hours was to New Delhi, at $629 round-trip. The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to New Delhi (DEL), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $629.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to India?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $846, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to India, 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 India is September, when tickets cost $706 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,465 and $1,111 respectively.

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

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

For Chicago to India, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from India back to Chicago, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

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

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 India, 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 India, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$286
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 53% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to New Delhi

FAQs - booking India flights

  • Why should I choose to land in New Delhi, India?

    Indira Gandhi International Airport has been rated the best airport in India and the biggest, making it a popular choice amongst travellers. The airport services the whole of North India. Not only is the airport very easy and comfortable to move through, but they are also one of the world leaders in reducing carbon emissions.

  • Why would I choose to arrive in Mumbai, India?

    Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport services the west coast of India and is in Maharashtra in Mumbai. Known as the business airport because Mumbai is recognised as a major business hub in India, the airport is famous for its numerous upmarket facilities and is easily connected to the city centre via its ground transportation options.

  • Why would I choose to fly into Hyderabad, India?

    If you are touring the popular tourist destinations of the south-central region of India, we recommend flying into Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad. The airport is comfortable handling large numbers of passengers with all the facilities expected of a world-class international airport, such as banking services, medical assistance if required, parking and car hire options, public transport from the airport, and fully equipped shower and bathroom facilities to freshen up after your journey.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to India?

    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 India.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to India 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 India?

    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 from Chicago to India with an airline and back with another airline.

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

    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 from Chicago to India up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to India?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to India is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $905 on average. Morning departures are around 2% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to India is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,938.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to India

  • When flying from Chicago, Illinois to India, you can pick from popular destinations depending on your travel itinerary in India. Flights to Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad are the most popular due to there being direct flights available through Air India and Spice Jet.
  • There are two international airports in Chicago. For this flight to India, we recommend you depart from O'Hare International Airport, as it is the countries biggest airport making it easier and cheaper to travel from.
  • Leaving from O'Hare International airport, you can make use of the special facilities, like the health centre with a fitness room and pool, and the yoga centre to unwind before your flight. Or you can take a stroll through the airport's art gallery to gather your thoughts before your trip.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to India

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to India? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3488 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.3Crew
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

I liked the newer aircraft CRJ-550 since it had WIFI and the seats are more spacious.

8.0 ExcellentUsha, Jan 2026
BHM - ORD
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I liked the newer aircraft CRJ-550 since it had WIFI and the seats are more spacious.

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

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.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

Looks like a local flight. Food was horrible. No entertainment system.

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

Was so disappointing. Business class with no TV, uncomfortable seats. Had much higher expectations.

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

It’s a business class ticket but they didn’t give a lounge access

Crew was amazing as usual. Very comfortable for a 13hour flight. Check in at ATL was terrible. Ticket counter charged me $200 for a small bag. Apparently Kayak sold me a zero luggage ticket. No carry on no checked. So the check in desk charged me a bullshit $200 dollar fee for a small gym bag weighing less than 20lbs. In true 3rd party ticket buying. This will turn into a finger pointing process between Kayak and Etihad. Now I'm going to have to ship my bag back in the mail a day ahead of my return flight.

The flight from Abu Dabhi to Bangalore was terrible. The plane was an order model with no onboard entertainment. The beverage selection were very limited.

excellent, staff and boarding were all seamless and no issues, thank you!

We booked a business class ticket via Underpricer. Somehow they screwed up our ticket from Abu Dhabi to Ahmedabad. We will be hesitant to book again with them.

Stewardess was attentive and was actively roamin to check the passengers on the biz class

It was worst flight ever of 26h. Poor service and seating. Flight from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad service and seating was worst ever. No tv extra.

My, Syed Zawar Hussein Shirazi frequently flyer membership number was not included on my boarding pass from O’Hare to Istanbul despite my reminder to the attendant at check in. Further she forgot to give me my boarding pass form Istanbul to Lahore and she needs to improve her customer service, please 🙏

Everything about that day was great I was happy with how things went as a first time traveling with the airline thank you for all that you’ve doing by taking us there to our various destinations thanks.

It would be great if the flight attendants could inform people travelling with small children that at take off and landing the children should drink liquid or chew/swallow something so their ears don’t hurt. Also, Emirates serves the food to the children first. Really good idea. Best of all would be to put all children in the same area.

They oversold the tickets by one which was my ticket so I didn’t have a ticket till last second

Not good. I was supposed to be in Mint but got in economy class

Service was slow and checked bag was off last evening when flying business

Turkish Airline canceled our tickets in the very last minute, with our luggage and everything else, all prepared and good to go. It’s clear that they sold the tickets for better money to someone else. Bad, Bad, Bad business!!!

Awful seating. Bad food. Staff only have one bottle of water and no cans.

it was like a banya -so hot... They did provide a great experience with special food. one toilet broke midflight In general it was a peaceful and relaxing flight - for business class it was good.

Luggage never made it it’s been 2 days and no proper update

Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

Needs lots of improvement starting from crew/staff attitude, cleanliness, better quality food & in flight amenities.

Horrible flight. No entertainment or WiFi for a 14-hour flight. No explanations either. I’ll never fly Air India again.

Several seats in business class were broken. Some would not recline, others had other problems. They need to really update the seats and AV.

Never can get flight and nof light for three days .finally travel by bus. Very bad experience.

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.

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