Is Etihad Airways the cheapest airline to fly with from Chicago to Chennai?

With an average price of $1,030 return, Etihad Airways is not the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Chennai with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Cathay Pacific, where a return flight costs $892 on average.

Does Etihad Airways fly direct to Chennai from Chicago?

No, Etihad Airways does not fly the route directly.

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

On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Chennai with Etihad Airways is Friday, when prices are around $303. The most expensive day is generally Saturday, where the average price is around $422.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Chennai with Etihad Airways?

The cheapest month for Etihad Airways flights to Chennai from Chicago is generally April, where plane tickets cost $379 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of June and December, where tickets cost $969 and $1,244 respectively.

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Cheap Etihad Airways Flight Deals from Chicago to Chennai

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from Etihad Airways for round-trip flights from Chicago to Chennai 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.

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Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Mar 5

1:10 pm - 7:55 pm

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19h 15m1 stop

10:00 am - 7:35 am

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Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 29

2:00 pm - 2:35 pm

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4:35 pm - 8:45 am

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Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 26

1:10 pm - 7:55 pm

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9:40 pm - 7:35 am

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$792Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Mar 2

1:10 pm - 7:55 pm

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$793Etihad Airways

Sun, Feb 22 - Fri, Mar 6

1:10 pm - 7:55 pm

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9:40 pm - 7:35 am

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$796Etihad Airways

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, May 19

2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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10:05 am - 8:45 am

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$800Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 29 - Mon, Jun 8

2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Fri, Feb 20 - Fri, Mar 6

1:10 pm - 7:55 pm

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$802Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Mar 2

1:10 pm - 7:55 pm

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9:40 pm - 7:35 am

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$804Etihad Airways

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 31

2:10 pm - 7:55 pm

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19h 15m1 stop

9:50 pm - 8:45 am

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21h 25m1 stop

$806Etihad Airways

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Low season	September
High season	June
Cheapest flight	$370
Average price round-trip	$1,379

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 37% increase in price.

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Is Etihad Airways the cheapest airline to fly with from Chicago to Chennai?
With an average price of $1,030 return, Etihad Airways is not the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Chennai with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Cathay Pacific, where a return flight costs $892 on average.
Does Etihad Airways fly direct to Chennai from Chicago?
No, Etihad Airways does not fly the route directly.
What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Chennai with Etihad Airways?
On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Chennai with Etihad Airways is Friday, when prices are around $303. The most expensive day is generally Saturday, where the average price is around $422.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Chennai with Etihad Airways?
The cheapest month for Etihad Airways flights to Chennai from Chicago is generally April, where plane tickets cost $379 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of June and December, where tickets cost $969 and $1,244 respectively.

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2.0 Poor

William, Dec 2025

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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

2.0 Poor

Sunitha, Dec 2025

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AUH

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

2.0 Poor

Raj, Dec 2025

AUH

JFK

Seat space was tight and uncomfortable. There was hardly any cushioning giving me a terrible tail bone ache. Getting and out was extremely cramped. We paid for seat choices and felt totally ripped off. Food was mediocre. By the time the servers served 2 or 3 rows they ran out of this or that option as we saw on the inbound trip also. This is infuriating. Entertainment choices were extremely limited for such a long haul. The screen froze on occasion and did not switch off when the on off button was pressed. When it did it came back on its own in 5 seconds. The airlines has gone downhill since last year.

2.0 Poor

Ron, Dec 2025

AUH

BKK

I paid 44 $ for seat upgrade (22D) and my seat was stack in high position for all the 6 hours of flight. I don't recommend the upgrade. I am looking to get my upgrade payment back

2.0 Poor

Ron, Dec 2025

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10.0 Wonderful

Verified traveler, Dec 2025

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BAH

1 hour flight. No complaints. Some drinks would have been nice.

8.0 Very good

Verified traveler, Dec 2025

ATL

AUH

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.

6.0 Okay

cg, Dec 2025

JFK

AUH

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.

10.0 Wonderful

Verified traveler, Dec 2025

AUH

BOS

excellent, the staff was kind and the boarding process was with no issues or hassle

10.0 Wonderful

Verified traveler, Dec 2025

BKK

AUH

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

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Is Etihad Airways the cheapest airline to fly with from Chicago to Chennai?

With an average price of $1,030 return, Etihad Airways is not the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Chennai with. Instead, for the lowest price, our data suggests flying with Cathay Pacific, where a return flight costs $892 on average.

Does Etihad Airways fly direct to Chennai from Chicago?

No, Etihad Airways does not fly the route directly.

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

On average, the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Chennai with Etihad Airways is Friday, when prices are around $303. The most expensive day is generally Saturday, where the average price is around $422.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Chennai with Etihad Airways?

The cheapest month for Etihad Airways flights to Chennai from Chicago is generally April, where plane tickets cost $379 on average. If possible, try to avoid the most expensive months of June and December, where tickets cost $969 and $1,244 respectively.

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