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$653+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MAA
Aug 15 — Aug 221
Sat 8/15
Sat 8/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Chennai

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 16, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2710:38 am
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops30h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/1810:15 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops37h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/13$1,022
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/135:18 pm
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops35h 52m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/123:55 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops26h 39m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/15$1,078
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1711:44 am
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops22h 56m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/24:05 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops27h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/14$1,080
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/262:24 pm
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops26h 56m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/184:05 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops26h 56m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/13$1,149
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/148:29 am
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops32h 41m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/134:05 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops26h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/14$1,192
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/282:24 pm
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops26h 56m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/184:20 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops25h 11m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/13$1,205
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/263:17 pm
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops25h 53m
Qatar Airways
Sat 9/194:20 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/13$1,209
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/315:50 pm
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/114:05 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops26h 56m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/11$1,218
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/305:50 pm
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops23h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/84:05 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/11$1,221
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/285:50 pm
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops23h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/114:20 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/11$1,258
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/309:20 am
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/73:40 pm
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops31h 42m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/11$1,260
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/295:50 pm
CMH
-
MAA
2 stops23h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/84:05 am
MAA
-
CMH
2 stops44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/11$1,261

Find flight deals from Columbus to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 16, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,022
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$653
(Ovago)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,501
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Chennai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Fri 9/18

6:38 am-8:10 pm

2 stops28h 02m

Chennai

Fri 10/2

10:15 am-8:01 pm

2 stops43h 16m

$1,022

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Thu 8/27

10:38 am-2:50 am

2 stops30h 42m

Chennai

Fri 9/18

10:15 am-1:48 pm

2 stops37h 03m

$1,022

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Mon 8/31

7:10 am-2:50 am

2 stops34h 10m

Chennai

Tue 9/8

4:05 am-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$1,218

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Thu 9/3

2:24 pm-2:40 am

2 stops26h 46m

Chennai

Wed 9/9

4:05 am-8:01 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$1,218

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Thu 9/17

4:51 pm-2:50 am

2 stops24h 29m

Chennai

Mon 9/21

4:20 am-9:03 pm

2 stops26h 13m

$1,218

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Thu 9/3

2:24 pm-2:50 am

2 stops26h 56m

Chennai

Fri 9/11

4:20 am-9:03 pm

2 stops26h 13m

$1,218
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Sat 8/29

5:50 pm-2:40 am

2 stops23h 20m

Chennai

Fri 9/11

4:20 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$1,258

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Wed 9/30

3:58 pm-2:50 am

2 stops25h 22m

Chennai

Sun 10/4

4:20 am-11:34 pm

2 stops28h 44m

$1,258

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Thu 9/3

5:50 pm-2:40 am

2 stops23h 20m

Chennai

Sun 9/6

4:20 am-7:30 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$1,342

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Thu 8/6

7:43 am-2:50 am

2 stops57h 37m

Chennai

Tue 8/18

4:20 am-4:27 pm

2 stops45h 37m

$1,498

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Chennai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Chennai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chennai (average of $989). Flying from Columbus to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,387). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 16, 2026.

When flying from Columbus to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Chennai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated July 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Columbus to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,626 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,626 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,626 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,413 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,626 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,626 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,137 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,626 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Columbus?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Columbus. On average, Chennai has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 4 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Chennai?

    Qatar Airways can get you from Columbus to Chennai in just under 34h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Columbus and Chennai is about 8611 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Chennai is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,059 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Cathay Pacific, starting at $1,205 and $1,237 round-trip. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Chennai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Chennai (average of $989). Flying from Columbus to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,387). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Chennai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,059Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,205Average$1,626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,237Average$1,994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$1,307Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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