Are direct flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram always the best option?

Direct flights are often more convenient and save travel time, but they may not always be the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes offer lower fares. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting flights.

Can flexible travel dates help on Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram flights?

Yes, having flexible travel dates can significantly increase your chances of finding cheaper flights. Prices often vary depending on the day of the week or season. Shifting your travel by a few days can sometimes lead to substantial savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram cover a substantial distance of 14,195 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram, fares typically range from $1507–$1842, with a median of $1662. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram? The data indicates that September is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1531. Following closely, February offers a median fare of $1675, and November presents a median of $1830.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 3. This means you should anticipate multiple stops on your journey from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 30h 40m. Given that most itineraries involve at least one connection, this duration accounts for the layovers and transit times you can expect.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Regular price: $1,083 - $1,883

Prices for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $1083 to $1883. The current lowest deal is $1085 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Oct 15-Oct 29.

now $1,085

Low $1,083

High $1,883

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram is September, with a median price of $1531. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1830. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $1,531

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,830

Feb

Sep

Nov

Direct flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Etihad Airways

Air India Limited

Royal Jordanian

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,395

$1,325

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,321

$1,326

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways, IndiGo

$1,293

$1,129

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,396

$1,147

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,395

$1,147

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,294

$1,148

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

4 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 10

$1,612 → $1,168

28%

2 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 12

$1,620 → $1,235

24%

3 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 12

$1,605 → $1,235

23%

3 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 15

$1,490 → $1,167

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago - Thiruvananthapuram route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram have been as low as $1085.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $1531.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 30h 40m with connections

Flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram typically take 30h 40m, with 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers the most deals

Etihad Airways has historically offered 62 deals on connecting flights for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals on flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram are historically rare.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

Consider O Hare International for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$1,008

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International is an option for your journey from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$1,355

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International is another departure choice for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram.

📍 ~126 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1,314

Thiruvananthapuram main airports to arrive at

Trivandrum International (TRV)

Cheapest

Trivandrum International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for Thiruvananthapuram.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,041

Airports nearby Thiruvananthapuram used as alternative

Cochin International (COK)

Cheapest

Cochin International is a major international hub with extensive global and domestic connectivity, offering all cabin classes.

📍 ~200 km from Thiruvananthapuram (approximately 4-5 hours drive)

💸 Flights from ~$733

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Nov 02

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Thiruvananthapuram, India

82% AI deal score

$2,623

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From ORD

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Thiruvananthapuram, India

81% AI deal score

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From ORD

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$5,598

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$5,619

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From ORD

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Thiruvananthapuram, India

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$5,840

$5,095

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Thiruvananthapuram, India

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From ORD

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Oct 31

Thiruvananthapuram, India

80% AI deal score

$2,740

$2,468

Save $272

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Business Class

From ORD

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Thiruvananthapuram, India

79% AI deal score

$2,749

$2,528

Save $221

Scandinavian Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ORD

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Jan 25

Thiruvananthapuram, India

78% AI deal score

$5,121

$4,908

Save $213

Swiss International Air Lines, +1

Business Class

From ORD

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Feb 08

Thiruvananthapuram, India

78% AI deal score

$5,099

$4,912

Save $187

Swiss International Air Lines, +1

Business Class

From ORD

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Feb 10

Thiruvananthapuram, India

78% AI deal score

$5,120

$4,935

Save $185

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Thiruvananthapuram

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms is also often helpful. Setting up price alerts can notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, may help secure better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. Prices can fluctuate, so there isn't always one definitive best time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Regular price: $1,083 - $1,883

Prices for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $1083 to $1883. The current lowest deal is $1085 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Oct 15-Oct 29.

now $1,085

Low $1,083

High $1,883

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

September

Cheapest

Flights from $1,531

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,830

Feb

Sep

Nov

Direct flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Etihad Airways

Air India Limited

Royal Jordanian

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,395

$1,325

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,321

$1,326

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways, IndiGo

$1,293

$1,129

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,396

$1,147

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,395

$1,147

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago (ORD) - Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)

Etihad Airways

$1,294

$1,148

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

4 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 10

$1,612 → $1,168

28%

2 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 12

$1,620 → $1,235

24%

3 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 12

$1,605 → $1,235

23%

3 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 15

$1,490 → $1,167

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago - Thiruvananthapuram route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram have been as low as $1085.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $1531.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 30h 40m with connections

Flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram typically take 30h 40m, with 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers the most deals

Etihad Airways has historically offered 62 deals on connecting flights for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals on flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram are historically rare.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

Consider O Hare International for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$1,008

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International is an option for your journey from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~$1,355

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International is another departure choice for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram.

📍 ~126 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1,314

Thiruvananthapuram main airports to arrive at

Trivandrum International (TRV)

Cheapest

Trivandrum International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for Thiruvananthapuram.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,041

Airports nearby Thiruvananthapuram used as alternative

Cochin International (COK)

Cheapest

Cochin International is a major international hub with extensive global and domestic connectivity, offering all cabin classes.

Thiruvananthapuram, India

78% AI deal score

$5,120

$4,935

Save $185

Swiss International Air Lines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Thiruvananthapuram

Cheap Flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Direct flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago - Thiruvananthapuram route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Typically 30h 40m with connections

Connecting flights only

Etihad Airways offers the most deals

Deals are rare

Chicago main airports to depart from

Thiruvananthapuram main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Thiruvananthapuram used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Thiruvananthapuram

Best Elite deals to Thiruvananthapuram

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Thiruvananthapuram

How can I find cheap flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram?

When should I book flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram?

Are direct flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram flights?

Related routes

More routes from Chicago

Flights to Thiruvananthapuram from other cities

Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Direct flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram

Chicago - Thiruvananthapuram route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically cheapest

Typically 30h 40m with connections

Connecting flights only

Etihad Airways offers the most deals

Deals are rare

Chicago main airports to depart from

Thiruvananthapuram main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Thiruvananthapuram used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Thiruvananthapuram

Best Elite deals to Thiruvananthapuram

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Oct 26

Dec 27

Dec 27

Dec 27

Oct 28

Nov 18

Oct 31

Nov 21

Jan 25

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Feb 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Thiruvananthapuram

How can I find cheap flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram?

When should I book flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Chicago to Thiruvananthapuram?