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$727+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Columbus (CMH)

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MAA — CMH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Columbus (CMH). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,064
(Expedia)

One-way from

$727
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,214
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/15:35 amMAA - CMH
2 stops39h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 9/3011:13 amCMH - MAA
2 stops30h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,064
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/410:50 amMAA - CMH
2 stops34h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/2712:33 pmCMH - MAA
2 stops31h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,185
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/31:55 amMAA - CMH
2 stops28h 08mLufthansa
Mon 9/292:17 pmCMH - MAA
2 stops24h 23mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$1,256
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/14:20 amMAA - CMH
2 stops26h 33mQatar Airways
Wed 10/86:10 pmCMH - MAA
2 stops29h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,334
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 6/301:55 amMAA - CMH
2 stops28h 26mAir Canada
Wed 10/19:20 amCMH - MAA
2 stops29h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,393
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/110:00 amMAA - CMH
3 stops37h 44mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/306:00 amCMH - MAA
2 stops40h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/10$1,652
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/301:55 amMAA - CMH
2 stops30h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/69:30 amCMH - MAA
3 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,745
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/294:00 amMAA - CMH
2 stops26h 24mEmirates
Thu 10/25:52 pmCMH - MAA
2 stops28h 43mEmirates
Deal found 6/10$4,297
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 6/291:30 amMAA - CMH
2 stops28h 19mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/299:03 amCMH - MAA
2 stops29h 42mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/10$5,713

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Columbus

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ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Tue 7/1

5:35 am-11:40 am

2 stops39h 35m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

11:13 am-3:30 am

2 stops30h 47m

$1,064

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Fri 7/4

10:50 am-11:45 am

2 stops34h 25m

Columbus

Sat 9/27

12:33 pm-5:15 am

2 stops31h 12m

$1,185

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Thu 7/3

1:55 am-8:33 pm

2 stops28h 08m

Columbus

Mon 9/29

2:17 pm-12:10 am

2 stops24h 23m

$1,256

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Mon 9/1

4:20 am-9:23 pm

2 stops26h 33m

Columbus

Wed 10/8

6:10 pm-9:10 am

2 stops29h 30m

$1,334

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Mon 6/30

1:55 am-8:51 pm

2 stops28h 26m

Columbus

Wed 10/1

9:20 am-12:10 am

2 stops29h 20m

$1,393

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Tue 7/1

10:00 am-2:14 pm

3 stops37h 44m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops40h 45m

$1,652

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Mon 6/30

1:55 am-11:02 pm

2 stops30h 37m

Columbus

Tue 1/6

9:30 am-11:00 am

3 stops39h 00m

$1,745

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Sun 6/29

4:00 am-8:54 pm

2 stops26h 24m

Columbus

Thu 10/2

5:52 pm-8:05 am

2 stops28h 43m

$4,297

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Sun 6/29

1:30 am-8:19 pm

2 stops28h 19m

Columbus

Mon 9/29

9:03 am-12:15 am

2 stops29h 42m

$5,713

ChennaiColumbus

MAA - CMH

MAACMH

Chennai

Wed 9/3

3:45 pm-10:39 am

2 stops28h 24m

$727

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Chennai to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 MAA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Chennai to Columbus Airport, 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 4% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Columbus. 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 from for flights from Chennai to Columbus?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Chennai to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Chennai; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Chennai airport to Columbus. It is only a 10.2 mi journey to Chennai (MAA) from Chennai’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chennai to Columbus Airport round-trip from $1,064. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,185, and Lufthansa, from $1,256. British Airways is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Columbus Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $727 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from $847 and Lufthansa from $1,093 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Columbus 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 Chennai to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Chennai to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 2 airlines flying from Chennai to Columbus

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Columbus. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$900Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,256Average$1,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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