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

Yes. U.S. citizens must have a valid passport and a valid Indian visa to enter or leave India. Travelers without the required documents or the correct visa type may be denied entry. For tourism stays of less than 60 days, U.S. citizens can apply for an eVisa before arrival.

Is there an airline that will supervise 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 and an airport escort to help children to the gate during layovers and escort them to the authorized pickup adult upon arrival at their final destination.

What are the benefits of upgrading a ticket on Air Canada?

Upgrading a ticket on Air Canada can provide access to Air Canada Signature Service and the Air Canada Signature Class cabin. Benefits include dedicated check-in counters, expedited security clearance, lounge access, exclusive boarding lanes, priority baggage handling and additional perks. Onboard, Air Canada Signature Class customers receive exclusive service and a range of amenities.

Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Chennai?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 116,818 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 160,755, a difference of ₹ 43,937. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Chennai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 93,283 to ₹ 896,427. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Chennai looking right now?

One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 196,839, which is 210% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Chennai?

Chennai is 9 hours ahead of Columbus Airport (India Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Chennai flight?

Return flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai range from ₹ 108,868 to ₹ 154,132, with an average of ₹ 130,947 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 108,868 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai at ₹ 90,342 return. •December (₹ 157,244) and June (₹ 156,959) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai?

Etihad Airways (₹ 95,371) offered the cheapest return ticket from Columbus Airport to Chennai in the last 5 days.

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Typical prices: ₹ 108,868-₹ 154,132

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₹ 97,269

Typical prices: ₹ 44,791-₹ 80,567

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Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

11:58 - 02:35CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

28h 07m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

03:55 - 21:58MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

28h 33m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

₹ 93,283Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

11:58 - 19:50CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

21h 22m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:55 - 13:14MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

37h 49m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 95,371Etihad Airways

3+ days ago

Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

11:58 - 19:50CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

21h 22m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:50 - 21:58MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

34h 38m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

₹ 97,079Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

14:46 - 02:35CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

25h 19m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

03:55 - 21:58MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

28h 33m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

₹ 97,743Etihad Airways

3+ days ago

Fri, 30 Oct - Wed, 2 Dec

09:14 - 15:05CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

44h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:55 - 14:46MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

39h 21m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

₹ 98,977Etihad Airways

3+ days ago

Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

11:58 - 19:50CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

21h 22m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:55 - 14:46MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

39h 21m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

₹ 99,167Etihad Airways

3+ days ago

Thu, 11 Mar - Sat, 3 Apr

09:25 - 08:05CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

36h 10m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

10:15 - 13:34MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

36h 49m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 100,875Etihad Airways

1 hour ago

Fri, 30 Oct - Wed, 2 Dec

17:00 - 15:05CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

60h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:55 - 14:46MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

39h 21m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

₹ 101,444Etihad Airways

1 day ago

Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

20:15 - 08:05CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

49h 20m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:55 - 14:24MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

38h 59m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 102,298Etihad Airways

3+ days ago

Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 4 Dec

11:50 - 19:50CMH Columbus-MAA Chennai

22h 30m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:05 - 14:26MAA Chennai-CMH Columbus

32h 51m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 103,722Etihad Airways

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Booking Insights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return 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.: •April is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai at ₹ 90,342 return.
•December (₹ 157,244) and June (₹ 156,959) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	March
High season	June
Cheapest flight	₹ 93,283

Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.

The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in traveller numbers.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Chennai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Chennai flight?
Return flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai range from ₹ 108,868 to ₹ 154,132, with an average of ₹ 130,947 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 108,868 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Chennai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 93,283 to ₹ 896,427. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 196,839, which is 210% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Chennai?
Flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Columbus Airport to Chennai. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 116,818 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 160,755, a difference of ₹ 43,937.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Chennai?
Chennai is 9 hours ahead of Columbus Airport (India Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Do I need to get a visa before I fly to Chennai?
Yes. U.S. citizens must have a valid passport and a valid Indian visa to enter or leave India. Travelers without the required documents or the correct visa type may be denied entry. For tourism stays of less than 60 days, U.S. citizens can apply for an eVisa before arrival.
Is there an airline that will supervise 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 and an airport escort to help children to the gate during layovers and escort them to the authorized pickup adult upon arrival at their final destination.
What are the benefits of upgrading a ticket on Air Canada?
Upgrading a ticket on Air Canada can provide access to Air Canada Signature Service and the Air Canada Signature Class cabin. Benefits include dedicated check-in counters, expedited security clearance, lounge access, exclusive boarding lanes, priority baggage handling and additional perks. Onboard, Air Canada Signature Class customers receive exclusive service and a range of amenities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average ₹ 116,818, about ₹ 43,937 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Chennai trip for April. Fares historically average ₹ 90,342 return in that month – typically ₹ 66,902 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

• Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
• Hotel Southern Comfort
• Ridhan Regency
When you fly United Airlines, you can bring one full-sized carry-on bag measuring 9 x 14 x 22 inches and one personal item measuring 9 x 10 x 17 inches. There are no weight limits for either bag. If you're traveling on a Basic Economy ticket, you can only bring a personal item on board.
If you're flying Lufthansa, keep checked bags within the airline's limits. Bags can't exceed 62 linear inches and First Class and Business Class passengers can check bags weighing up to 70 lb.

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