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Find cheap flights from Columbus to Chennai from $668

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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Chennai (CMH-MAA)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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12:56 pm - 9:55 amCMH-MAA
35h 29m2 stops
3:55 pm - 8:53 pmMAA-CMH
38h 28m2 stops
$1,275American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 22
10:30 am - 12:10 amCMH-MAA
28h 10m2 stops
5:25 pm - 8:47 pmMAA-CMH
36h 52m2 stops
$1,304
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Fri, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 21
10:22 am - 12:10 amCMH-MAA
28h 18m2 stops
1:50 am - 11:44 pmMAA-CMH
31h 24m2 stops
$1,314Lufthansa
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Thu, May 23 - Fri, Jul 12
9:01 am - 9:55 amCMH-MAA
39h 24m2 stops
3:55 pm - 12:16 pmMAA-CMH
29h 51m2 stops
$1,347American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 22
10:30 am - 10:45 amCMH-MAA
38h 45m3 stops
9:40 am - 4:44 pmMAA-CMH
40h 34m3 stops
$1,356Lufthansa
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Fri, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 21
9:20 am - 12:10 amCMH-MAA
29h 20m2 stops
1:50 am - 2:57 pmMAA-CMH
46h 37m2 stops
$1,372Air Canada
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Wed, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 21
9:05 am - 3:30 amCMH-MAA
32h 55m2 stops
5:35 am - 11:38 amMAA-CMH
39h 33m2 stops
$1,839British Airways
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Tue, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 31
9:15 am - 9:10 amCMH-MAA
38h 25m2 stops
4:05 am - 2:02 pmMAA-CMH
43h 27m2 stops
$2,140Qatar Airways
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Thu, May 23 - Sat, Jul 13
5:41 pm - 3:30 amCMH-MAA
24h 19m2 stops
5:25 pm - 5:15 pmMAA-CMH
33h 20m3 stops
$2,482British Airways
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Tue, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 31
10:22 am - 10:45 amCMH-MAA
38h 53m3 stops
5:25 pm - 6:57 pmMAA-CMH
35h 02m3 stops
$2,700Air Canada
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Sun, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 25

Flights from Columbus to Chennai - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbus to Chennai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus to Chennai?

The average price of all flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Columbus to Chennai, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Chennai, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai is January, where tickets cost $1,185 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is $2,096 and $1,923 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Columbus Airport to Chennai, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 55 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Columbus to Chennai?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting Columbus to Chennai were found on American Airlines ($1,275) and Lufthansa ($1,314). American Airlines proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $668.

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September

High season

May

Cheapest flight

$668
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Columbus to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Columbus to Chennai flights

  • Do I need to get a visa before I fly to Chennai?

    For any purpose of entry or exit from India, it is mandatory for all U.S. citizens to possess a valid passport along with a valid Indian visa. Failure to have the appropriate documents or the correct visa type may result in denial of entry into India. U.S. citizens planning to visit India for tourism purposes, with a stay duration of less than 60 days, can apply for an eVisa at least four days prior to their intended arrival.

  • Is there an airline that will supervise my kids flying alone?

    American Airlines offers an Unaccompanied Minor service for kids aged 5 to 14 and optionally for kids from 15 to 17. Some highlights of the service include early boarding, where kids meet their flight attendants, kids-only lounges in some airports, a complimentary Kids Kit with snacks and activities, and an air escort to assist children with layovers and upon arrival at their final destination.

  • If I want an airline that focuses on environmental issues, what is a good option?

    British Airways is firmly dedicated to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Recognizing the complexity of this challenge, the airline has developed a comprehensive roadmap consisting of a variety of initiatives. In the short term, British Airways prioritizes improving operational efficiency, investing in fuel-efficient aircraft, and actively supporting carbon offset projects. These measures collectively contribute to their overarching goal of sustainability and reducing environmental impact.

  • What is a good reason to consider upgrading my ticket on Air Canada?

    Air Canada Signature Service provides passengers with a high-end travel experience that encompasses the Air Canada Signature Class cabin. This service ensures a smooth airport experience through dedicated check-in counters, expedited security clearance, access to luxurious lounges, exclusive boarding lanes, priority baggage handling, and other additional perks. Onboard, Air Canada Signature Class customers receive exclusive service and access to a variety of amenities, resulting in an extraordinary journey.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Columbus Airport to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Columbus Airport to Chennai was $668 for a one-way ticket and $1,275 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Columbus and Chennai?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Chennai from Columbus.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Columbus to Chennai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Columbus to Chennai?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Columbus and Chennai, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Chennai from Columbus?

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Columbus to Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Columbus to Chennai, Qatar Airways or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Columbus to Chennai are Qatar Airways and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,366 and an overall rating of 7.7, Qatar Airways is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,847 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus to Chennai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Columbus to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Columbus to Chennai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from Columbus is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Columbus to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back to Columbus with another airline. Booking your flights between Columbus and MAA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbus to Chennai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chennai from Columbus up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from CMH to Chennai

  • A quick and easy way to get to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is to ride on the COTA Line 7 bus from the station at E Long St. & Cleveland Ave., which will take you to the airport in about 45 minutes.
  • With no nonstop flights on this trip, some layovers you may find on your trip include Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH), and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
  • On United Airlines, you can bring one full-sized carry-on bag measuring 9 x 14 x 22 inches plus one personal item measuring 9 x 10 x 17 inches, with no weight limits for either bag. If you are traveling on a Basic Economy ticket, your personal item will be the only item you can bring on board.
  • When traveling with Lufthansa, please be aware that the checked bags must adhere to certain guidelines. The linear dimensions of the bags should not exceed 62 inches, and their weight should not surpass 50 lb. However, for passengers traveling in First or Business Class, the weight limit for checked bags is increased to 70 lb.
  • If you plan to travel with Delta Air Lines and bring a golf bag, the weight of the golf bag can't be more than 50 lb, or an additional fee for excess weight will be charged accordingly. Furthermore, you cannot bring a bag with outside linear dimensions exceeding 115 inches.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Columbus to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Columbus to Chennai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.7
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 4410 reviews
7.8Boarding
7.7Comfort
7.5Food
7.7Entertainment
8.2Crew
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Operated by American Airlines. Very chaotic and the crew was bit rough responding any enquiries. Restricted leg space.. Qatar would have been better

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Apr 2024PHL - DOH
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Operated by American Airlines. Very chaotic and the crew was bit rough responding any enquiries. Restricted leg space.. Qatar would have been better

No towels or tissue and chocolate and mint provided before arrival

Qatar airways from Doha to guangzhau was excellent big bird Boeing 777 more room and smoothly flight, I Love it

It was good no problems made it on time for the next flight overseas!

They made us deliberate waste time by holding our passports and boarding passes making us miss the flight

The made us waiting and held our passports and boarding pass making us miss our flights

Not impressed. Only allowed one carry on on such a long flight.

The flight was good but my neighbor had the vent open full power for the whole flight and because the air was blowing from the side instead of from the top and I got very cold and ended up with a sore throat.

Bad experience with the delay n long wait time for connecting flight after missing the connection flight from Doha.

Wore experience due to delay and took me 3 days to reach my destination.

The check in was horrible. I stood in line for 1 hour to check in with an Air France ticket. Then I was told I had to go to Delta counter onstead to check in instead. It made no sense.

Old cabine without flat bed in business for a 12 hour flight is not acceptable

They charge me for luggage which is was included on the ticket

Good aorcraft 777 but Worst food ever Breakfast was a bû’with matonnaise… Staff was nice but invisible most of the flight

Business class in the second leg - CDG-EVN was a disaster.

worst experience ever i choose my seat in advance and also have my seat selected in my boarding and the they told me that my seat has been changed without notify me

Food could have been better especially the breakfast. Overall it was a good flight

No birding was given for next trip on same carrier, food was very moderate.

We transited through Chad and what was supposed to be a 1hr 20 minutes transit time lasted over 4hrs. We didn't get regular updates until we complained. After a 10hr flight from Paris no form of refreshment given and finally arrived Abuja over 6hrs later and none of my bags came

The line at boarding was not well organized and managed

Liked - nothing. Disliked - delayed 35+ min sitting on the plane. Caused me to miss my connection in Charlotte. American Airlines is the worst US Air Carrier company with atrocious customer service.

Worst situation ever! I booked my tickets for this trip on Alaska Airlines. I guess AA is a partner and we flew nonstop from Eugene to PHX on an AA jet. I had to pay for luggage from PHX to EUG. And this was an Alaska Airlines reservation paid for with Alaska airlines credit card! Got to the PHX airport and was not able to check bags because of some weird issue with the AA software. My reservation had to be the-entered by the agent. I will never pick another American Airlines flight on the Alaska Airlines website. While on vacation, I tried to upgrade our seats for the trip home. The request just buffered and never went through. I tried four times and was charged four times on my credit card. The card was charged but the seats were never changed. What a wreck!

Left from gate 30 minutes before flight. Never been late to a flight ever. It says 15 minutes before explicitly on the ticket.

I like the boarding process, it was fast. The seat doesn’t have a TV for a long flight and food wasn’t served, just snacks.

Use planes with TVs on flights over 4 hours. The free entertainment was a cheap in between solution for a very long flight that you don't even bother providing meals or decent snacks.

Even though we left CMI late, we mostly made up the time.

Delayed almost 4 hours for a 45 minute flight with no explanation.

Again, multiple delays and I eventually just canceled and drove!

Great crew. Very comfortable business seats with nice bedding. Good food. We were delayed to let late passengers on the flight, but otherwise great experience.

Great crew. We were delayed so that late passengers could get on the flight. Love the bedding in business class. Good food. Great experience.

Everything could be better. The plain was in Orlando for 3 hours prior to boarding. After boarding all the passengers they found out that plane has a mechanical problem. After an hour the problem was solved, the pilot comes on and states, (We have to go back to the gate and take on more fuel!) Are you kidding me???? Who they have for pilots, Boy scouts?? I barely made my connecting flight to Vienna, but my suitcase did not. I'm still waiting for it, in Gyor, Hungary. Am I having fun yet?? Other passenger were in the same binned. I travelled all over the world both for business and pleasure with all types of airlines. By far of all the carriers I travelled with, Discover is the worst. I'm contemplating to bight the bullet and go back to the US with a different carrier. For International flights, the seats are made for little people. The person in front of me had his seat reclined the whole way, I felt like he was sitting in my lap. For closing, I would not let my dog travel with Discover, yet alone recommend it to an other person. Does it sound like I'm frustrated, Think about having to travel back to the US with them. I'm sure I'll not hear back from you, because nobody wants to hear about bad news, but with all the hype Discover puts out there about their services, nothing could be further from the truth. Joseph A. Nagy

Only problem we experienced was not anything to do with Lufthansa. When changing planes in Frankfurt we spent over an hour on passport control line. Lufthansa did a marvelous job on everything from keeping me informed via texts, to terrific cabin crew.

Bordón could be bettet if the company say before boarding the order of the different groups.

Checked in is easy and it was a smooth flight from LAX to Munich

There is no recline on flight from DFW to FRA. Middle eastern airways provide better recline option for the same class. FRA to Bangalore has better recline option. I bid 100$ for premium economy, my request was declined. But staff handled it without issues.

The Lufthansa part was wonderful. The short connection flight was not.

German crew were very kind. Food was okay but can be better, especially bread was not good, Garbage collection was very poor.

Awful Terrible staff poor communication Flight delayed for an hour with no apology or explanation and no help re missing connecting flight. Resulted in a 7 hour layover at Munich waiting for another connecting flight. Only 15 euros refreshment voucher given. Will not fly Lufthansa again

Both flights were late for what appeared to be the airline’s not having the planes ready. Arrived over 6 hours late.

It was a busy flight and all the crew were very helpful and gracious

Better food and more space in the seats. Also when doing the web check in both times I was going in to your site the minute you open it and there is not really many seats to choose only to buy!!!

It was ok, not as good as it used to be. The Heathrow connection was a disaster - complete anarchy, unknowledgable and skimpy assistance and signage. Gate crew at next flight was great, held the flight while my wife struggled through security.

It was great! The seats were comfortable, and they fed me during the transatlantic flight, something which I have been missing out on for the past 3 years as I travel to and from school.

This flight was cancelled at the last minute. We were rebooked on another flight but a day later. We lost a day of our vacation and paid for a night in a hotel we couldn’t use. The flights we were rebooked on (both American) messed up our seating on both flights-we didn’t get the seats we had paid for. All in all, a terrible experience.

Lost our bags in Heathrow, We didn’t receive bags in Mallorca for 3 days, out of a 7 day cycling vacation. Really inconvenient and disappointing!

We missed the flight to Barcelona because the flight from Baltimore was delayed. We flew on Vueling VW6653. Our luggage didn’t arrive. Please help us get our luggage. We are staying at Hotel Gran Via in Barcelona

The seats were tiny, being of a fairly petite build, I don’t usually expect to feel crammed and cramped in a seat, but I definitely was on this flight. I couldn’t even bend over to get anything out from under the seat in front and getting up to go to the bathroom at night with the seat backs reclined was nearly impossible. I had to do gymnastics to get over and out. For an airline that does long flights overnight, it’s kind of ridiculous.

Not connecting flights. Missed my flight from Dublin to Liverpool because I arrived at Dublin one hour too late. For this mistake, they offered me a flight from Dublin to Manchester. Thats great and all, but I waste time and money to commute to Liverpool. Be sure to check the time of your connecting flights, because they sure don’t when they sell it to you

Excellent! Great flight attendants, good food (in business class, at least), very comfortable. Touchscreen and remote wasn’t great.

In economy and food was ok, but with limited leg space (and I was in a 2 seat configuration) it was difficult to eat with a tiny seat tray. I spilt wine on my trousers. First time on British Air (I usually fly Turkish Air) and in a 777. Heathrow was pleasant but changing terminals awkward.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Columbus to Chennai found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
11/4Mon
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
30h 17mCMH-MAA
$668
11/4Mon
3 stops
29h 42mCMH-MAA
$837
6/11Tue
2 stopsAir Canada
39h 55mCMH-MAA
$870
6/9Sun
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
34h 50mCMH-MAA
$949
6/25Tue
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
34h 48mCMH-MAA
$968
6/11Tue
3 stopsLufthansa
61h 03mCMH-MAA
$1,004
6/26Wed
3 stopsLufthansa
35h 28mCMH-MAA
$1,033
6/23Sun
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
39h 30mCMH-MAA
$1,058
6/9Sun
3 stopsLufthansa
37h 03mCMH-MAA
$1,186
6/9Sun
3 stopsLufthansa
37h 03mCMH-MAA
$1,370

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