Compare available fares, airlines and cabin options from Chicago to Pune. Search online or ask a Voldeluxe travel expert to review the itinerary with you.
About 21h 40m at the quickest, 45h 35m typical, including the connection
Status
1 stop — no nonstop between Chicago and Pune in our latest live search
Popular airlines
Lufthansa, United Airlines, American Airlines, Swiss
Time difference
Pune is 10.5 hours ahead of Chicago (Central Time) during U.S. daylight saving time, mid-March to early November, and 11.5 hours ahead the rest of the year. India doesn't change its clocks.
This week's live check
Checked October 10, 2026
A real search for Chicago to Pune, round trip in economy for one adult, leaving Nov 21 and returning Dec 5. 929 options came back.
There is no nonstop between Chicago and Pune, so every itinerary connects at least once. The quickest one-stop options take about 21h 40m; a typical itinerary takes about 45h 35m.
The most common connections are through Dubai, with the fastest one-stop options via Dubai at about 21h 40m.
In our live search on October 10, 2026, 929 round-trip options came back for a two-week stay about six weeks out, from $1,826 round trip in economy, taxes included. Fares change daily; search your own dates for today's prices.
Airlines serving this market
Lufthansa
One stop, connecting in Frankfurt or Munich.
United Airlines
One stop, usually through a partner airline's hub in Europe or the Middle East.
American Airlines
One stop, usually through a partner airline's hub in Europe or the Middle East.
Swiss
One stop, connecting in Zurich.
Which connection works best from Chicago?
Dubai (fastest about 21h 40m) came up most often in our latest search. Gulf hubs usually give the shortest total time; European hubs can work better on price, baggage or schedule. We also check the layover length, terminal changes and transit visa rules for your passport before you book.
When should you book?
October to February is the most comfortable time in Pune. The monsoon brings rain from June to September. Fares from Chicago rise fastest around Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, the December holidays and the summer break, so book those dates early. Shoulder months usually price better if your dates are flexible.
Origin airport
Departing from Chicago (ORD)
Most foreign airlines depart from Terminal 5, while United and American international flights usually leave from Terminals 1 and 3. The CTA Blue Line runs straight to downtown Chicago.
Destination airport
Arriving in Pune (PNQ)
Pune has few long-haul flights, so most trips from the USA connect through Delhi, Mumbai or a Gulf hub. Check the terminal for your final domestic flight.
Traveling with family?
With a connection, we look for itineraries that keep the family on one ticket with a comfortable layover, and request seats together on both flights where the fare allows it.
Student / long-stay fares
Students flying home to Pune can compare fares by baggage allowance as well as price; we check open-return and extra-baggage options where airlines offer them.
Premium Economy & Business Class
Business and Premium Economy availability on Chicago–Pune depends on the airline and aircraft on each leg. We compare the long-haul cabin, lounge access and baggage before you decide.
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No. Our latest live search found no nonstop, so every option connects at least once, most often in Dubai.
About 21h 40m at the quickest and about 45h 35m for a typical itinerary, including any connection.
Lufthansa, United Airlines, American Airlines and Swiss came up most often among the cheapest options in our latest search.
In our live search on October 10, 2026, round-trip economy started at $1,826, with typical fares around $1,853, taxes included. Your price depends on the dates, so search yours or ask us for a quote.
Fares are highest around Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, the December holidays and the summer break. Flexible travelers usually find better prices in the shoulder months.
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