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$1,145+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — MAA
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Chennai are usually found in October or March, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,145
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,427
From Columbus to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($177 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/105:00 pmCMH - MAA
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/113:45 pmMAA - CMH
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,145
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/264:43 pmCMH - MAA
2 stops21h 57mLufthansa
Tue 3/171:50 amMAA - CMH
2 stops28h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 7/27$1,203
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:00 amCMH - MAA
2 stops33h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/102:45 amMAA - CMH
2 stops30h 24mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$1,422
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/304:06 pmCMH - MAA
2 stops25h 54mBritish Airways
Fri 9/193:15 amMAA - CMH
3 stops40h 54mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,594
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/108:25 amCMH - MAA
2 stops29h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/121:50 amMAA - CMH
2 stops30h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/28$1,949

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Sun 8/10

5:00 pm-2:50 am

2 stops24h 20m

Chennai

Thu 9/11

3:45 pm-10:39 am

2 stops28h 24m

$1,145

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Fri 9/26

4:43 pm-12:10 am

2 stops21h 57m

Chennai

Tue 3/17

1:50 am-8:45 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$1,203

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Sat 9/27

6:00 am-1:10 am

2 stops33h 40m

Chennai

Fri 10/10

2:45 am-11:39 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$1,422

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Sat 8/30

4:06 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 54m

Chennai

Fri 9/19

3:15 am-10:39 am

3 stops40h 54m

$1,594

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Wed 12/10

8:25 am-12:35 am

2 stops29h 40m

Chennai

Mon 1/12

1:50 am-9:55 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$1,949

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Deals found on 7/27

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Chennai. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chennai (average of $940). Flying from Columbus Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Chennai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Air, and Lufthansa from Columbus Airport to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
946 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
946 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
946 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
800 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
946 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,265 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
946 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,205 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
946 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional

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 5 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $1,203, Lufthansa will fly you from Columbus Airport to Chennai and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,422 and $1,594, respectively. Lufthansa is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Chennai (average of $940). Flying from Columbus Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Chennai

Discover the top 5 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,011Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,082Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,114Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,201Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,426Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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