Statistics on Chicago-Kerala flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Kerala (from: Chicago)
The average price to go to Kerala from Chicago airport is $ 1205 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 915 (in october) and $ 1736 (in december), which is a saving of $ 290 or a surplus of $ 532 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $896 to $949 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a wednesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Kerala before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Kerala plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 41832 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Kerala from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in october, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 915, saving $ 290 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1205). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 1736).
Flight Chicago-Kerala: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1091 | $ 1255 | fair price |
| February | $ 869 | $ 1034 | good price |
| March | $ 896 | $ 1063 | good price |
| April | $ 887 | $ 1004 | good price |
| May | $ 878 | $ 1000 | good price |
| June | $ 1335 | $ 1488 | high price |
| July | $ 1331 | $ 1536 | high price |
| August | $ 1180 | $ 1377 | fair price |
| September | $ 812 | $ 923 | good price |
| October | $ 808 | $ 915 the cheapest | very good price |
| November | $ 974 | $ 1119 | good price |
| December | $ 1408 | $ 1736 the most expensive | very high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Kerala
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Kerala range from $632 to $1792. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $633 to $685), 1% at the maximum price (from $1739 to $1792). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1159 to $1212 (7% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Kerala flight
There are 12 companies that serve Chicago from Kerala airport: Air India, Lufthansa, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, United, Emirates, Swiss, Turkish Airlines, Air Canada, British Airways, IndiGo and jetBlue.
Data analysis:
Of the 41832 flights analyzed in previous years, Air India was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (19% of the time) on the Chicago->Kerala route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Chicago-Kerala flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $33. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $57.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Kerala to Chicago departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday for your return date, you will save an average of $34. Conversely, departing from Kerala on a saturday may cost you an additional $78.
Top prices Chicago-Kerala
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Kerala | 04-03 to 20-03-2025 | $ 776 | layover flight with Etihad Airways |
| Chicago → Kerala | 11-03 to 27-03-2025 | $ 739 | layover flight with Etihad Airways |
| Chicago → Kerala | 13-03 to 27-03-2025 | $ 738 | layover flight with Etihad Airways |
| Chicago → Kerala | 15-03 to 21-03-2025 | $ 741 | layover flight with Etihad Airways |
| Chicago → Kerala | 21-03 to 27-03-2025 | $ 738 | layover flight with Etihad Airways |
| Chicago → Kerala | 22-03 to 30-03-2025 | $ 741 | layover flight with Etihad Airways |
| Chicago → Kerala | 01-04 to 14-04-2025 | $ 741 | layover flight with Etihad Airways |
| Chicago → Kerala | 09-04 to 27-04-2025 | $ 752 | layover flight with Air India |
| Chicago → Kerala | 09-10 to 23-10-2025 | $ 760 | layover flight with Air India |
| Chicago → Kerala | 15-10 to 23-10-2025 | $ 760 | layover flight with Air India |
When to book your flight Chicago - Kerala to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 6 to 7 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Kerala flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a sunday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Kerala, it is recommended to buy it 6 to 7 months before departure (it is then on average 1110 $, which is a saving of 95 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (117 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Kerala flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1054 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1201), 5 to 6 months ($ 1166), 6 to 7 months ($ 1157), 8 to 9 months ($ 1122), 9 to 10 months ($ 1135), 10 to 11 months ($ 1138), 11 to 12 months ($ 1213) |
| February | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 743 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 968), 3 to 4 months ($ 942), 4 to 5 months ($ 976), 5 to 6 months ($ 931), 6 to 7 months ($ 894), 7 to 8 months ($ 913), 9 to 10 months ($ 817) |
| March | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 697 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 935), 3 to 4 months ($ 848), 4 to 5 months ($ 946), 5 to 6 months ($ 872), 6 to 7 months ($ 880), 7 to 8 months ($ 953), 8 to 9 months ($ 971) |
| April | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 743 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 973), 3 to 4 months ($ 900), 4 to 5 months ($ 807), 5 to 6 months ($ 843), 6 to 7 months ($ 855), 7 to 8 months ($ 860), 8 to 9 months ($ 901) |
| May | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 833 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 989), 4 to 5 months ($ 869), 6 to 7 months ($ 918), 7 to 8 months ($ 917), 8 to 9 months ($ 888), 9 to 10 months ($ 929), 10 to 11 months ($ 874) |
| June | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1315 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1476), 6 to 7 months ($ 1392), 7 to 8 months ($ 1439), 8 to 9 months ($ 1329), 9 to 10 months ($ 1352), 10 to 11 months ($ 1446) |
| July | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1256 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1465), 6 to 7 months ($ 1300), 7 to 8 months ($ 1371), 8 to 9 months ($ 1440), 9 to 10 months ($ 1326) |
| August | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1035 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1348), 2 to 3 months ($ 1331), 3 to 4 months ($ 1314), 4 to 5 months ($ 1302), 6 to 7 months ($ 1313), 7 to 8 months ($ 1220), 8 to 9 months ($ 1190), 9 to 10 months ($ 1196) |
| September | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 846 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 884), 5 to 6 months ($ 896), 6 to 7 months ($ 923), 7 to 8 months ($ 914) |
| October | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 801 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 901), 2 to 3 months ($ 882), 4 to 5 months ($ 821), 6 to 7 months ($ 855), 7 to 8 months ($ 879), 8 to 9 months ($ 913) |
| November | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 966 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 992), 5 to 6 months ($ 967), 6 to 7 months ($ 1071), 7 to 8 months ($ 1031), 8 to 9 months ($ 979), 9 to 10 months ($ 1065) |
| December | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1409 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1564), 5 to 6 months ($ 1587), 6 to 7 months ($ 1476), 7 to 8 months ($ 1561), 9 to 10 months ($ 1423), 10 to 11 months ($ 1467) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, sunday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Kerala are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a sunday, you will save $40. Conversely, by buying it on a thursday, you may end up paying $26 more.
Chicago to Kerala: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 1414 $1414 to $1414 | very high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1654 $1162 to $2686 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1161 $916 to $1725 | very good price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 901 $790 to $999 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 751 $736 to $791 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 780 $741 to $816 | very good price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 915 $783 to $1237 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1303 $1228 to $1362 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1148 $1014 to $1213 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1111 $996 to $1184 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 835 $808 to $857 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 1293 $760 to $2842 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, december, january, february, march, april, may, june, july, august and september are cheaper to travel to Kerala. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!