What airlines fly to Chennai?

Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Columbus according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from Columbus to Chennai Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Chennai Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Chennai Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,325 to $1,480. The lowest price recently found on this route was $970.

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8:10 am - 2:30 amCMH-MAA

31h 50m2 stops

3:55 am - 7:00 pmMAA-CMH

25h 35m2 stops

$970Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

12:03 pm - 7:55 pmCMH-MAA

21h 22m2 stops

9:40 pm - 8:05 pmMAA-CMH

32h 55m2 stops

$972Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 25

12:11 pm - 7:55 pmCMH-MAA

22h 14m2 stops

10:05 am - 6:26 pmMAA-CMH

41h 51m2 stops

$1,032Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Mar 23 - Fri, Apr 3

6:25 am - 2:30 amCMH-MAA

33h 35m2 stops

3:55 am - 8:05 pmMAA-CMH

26h 40m2 stops

$1,112Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 24

2:13 pm - 5:15 amCMH-MAA

29h 32m2 stops

3:45 pm - 1:19 pmMAA-CMH

31h 04m2 stops

$1,142American Airlines

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Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13

4:27 pm - 8:45 amCMH-MAA

29h 48m3 stops

1:50 am - 5:57 pmMAA-CMH

26h 37m2 stops

$1,193Lufthansa

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Sat, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 24

4:27 pm - 12:05 amCMH-MAA

21h 08m2 stops

9:10 pm - 6:59 pmMAA-CMH

32h 19m3 stops

$1,215Lufthansa

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Sat, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 25

12:58 pm - 2:20 amCMH-MAA

26h 52m2 stops

3:25 am - 7:00 pmMAA-CMH

26h 05m2 stops

$1,350Qatar Airways

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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 9

6:35 am - 2:30 amCMH-MAA

33h 25m2 stops

3:25 am - 11:42 pmMAA-CMH

30h 47m2 stops

$1,433Qatar Airways

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Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 9

4:35 pm - 2:15 amCMH-MAA

23h 10m2 stops

9:45 pm - 8:11 pmMAA-CMH

32h 56m2 stops

$1,588Emirates

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Mon, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 10

Cathay Pacific flights from Columbus to Chennai

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 28

CMH5:08 pmColumbus

44h 57m

2 stops

MAA12:35 amChennai

Dec 9

MAA2:00 amChennai

26h 00m

2 stops

CMH5:30 pmColumbus

$1,183

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 9

CMH5:54 amColumbus

32h 51m

2 stops

MAA12:15 amChennai

Apr 12

MAA1:30 amChennai

26h 56m

2 stops

CMH6:56 pmColumbus

$1,393

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 30

CMH12:08 pmColumbus

25h 57m

2 stops

MAA12:35 amChennai

Dec 9

MAA2:00 amChennai

26h 00m

2 stops

CMH5:30 pmColumbus

$1,458

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Lufthansa flights from Columbus to Chennai

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Lufthansa

Feb 7

CMH4:27 pmColumbus

29h 48m

3 stops

MAA8:45 amChennai

Feb 24

MAA1:50 amChennai

26h 37m

2 stops

CMH5:57 pmColumbus

$1,193

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Lufthansa

Feb 7

CMH4:27 pmColumbus

21h 08m

2 stops

MAA12:05 amChennai

Feb 25

MAA9:10 pmChennai

32h 19m

3 stops

CMH6:59 pmColumbus

$1,215

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Lufthansa

Mar 23

CMH2:18 pmColumbus

24h 17m

2 stops

MAA12:05 amChennai

Apr 3

MAA7:50 pmChennai

32h 20m

3 stops

CMH6:40 pmColumbus

$1,375

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CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Tue 12/2

8:10 am-2:30 am

2 stops31h 50m

Chennai

Tue 12/9

3:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$970

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Sat 2/7

12:03 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops21h 22m

Chennai

Wed 2/25

9:40 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$972

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Mon 3/23

12:11 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops22h 14m

Chennai

Fri 4/3

10:05 am-6:26 pm

2 stops41h 51m

$1,032

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Sat 2/7

6:25 am-2:30 am

2 stops33h 35m

Chennai

Tue 2/24

3:55 am-8:05 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$1,112

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Thu 4/9

2:13 pm-5:15 am

2 stops29h 32m

Chennai

Mon 4/13

3:45 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops31h 04m

$1,142

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Sat 2/7

4:27 pm-8:45 am

3 stops29h 48m

Chennai

Tue 2/24

1:50 am-5:57 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$1,193

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Sat 2/7

4:27 pm-12:05 am

2 stops21h 08m

Chennai

Wed 2/25

9:10 pm-6:59 pm

3 stops32h 19m

$1,215

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Wed 12/3

12:58 pm-2:20 am

2 stops26h 52m

Chennai

Tue 12/9

3:25 am-7:00 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$1,350

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Thu 12/4

6:35 am-2:30 am

2 stops33h 25m

Chennai

Tue 12/9

3:25 am-11:42 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$1,433

ColumbusChennai

CMH - MAA

CMHMAA

Columbus

Mon 12/1

4:35 pm-2:15 am

2 stops23h 10m

Chennai

Wed 12/10

9:45 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops32h 56m

$1,588

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,186. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Columbus to Chennai during February average around $1,238.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,321. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Columbus to Chennai on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,606. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Columbus when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,435 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Columbus for as low as $1,185 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Columbus to Chennai flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Columbus to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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How far is Columbus to Chennai by plane?
A flight from Columbus to Chennai will travel around 8610.9 mi. Typically, this will take 21h 08m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Columbus to Chennai Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Chennai Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Chennai Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to Chennai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,091	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,285 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,660 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,195	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,547 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,258	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,400 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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