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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cincinnati to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in September.

Cincinnati to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cincinnati to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Cincinnati to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$1,372
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Cincinnati to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cincinnati to Chennai is C$1,372. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cincinnati to Chennai. But we found flights with one stop from C$1,372.
There are no flights flying from Cincinnati to Chennai, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Chennai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport on Friday, September 5, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cincinnati and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chennai is Lufthansa.

Travelling from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know

  • Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) is Cincinnati's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport (MAA) departing from here.

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Cincinnati. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Cincinnati to MAA.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.

Airports in Cincinnati

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)

  • You might be able to make your cheap flight from Cincinnati to MAA even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is an option when leaving from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).

  • CVG is around 21 kilometres from central Cincinnati. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport, data shows 77.0% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

About Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Reserve a hotel near MAA if you have a late flight from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and experience more of Chennai and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Cincinnati to Chennai Airport flight.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai is about 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport is C$629. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,372. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Cincinnati to MAA, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Affordable Cincinnati to Chennai Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • Save time looking for cheap flight tickets from Cincinnati to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport (MAA). July is the peak month for travel to Chennai. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in April.

  • Before locking in your Cincinnati to MAA flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

More about Chennai

  • After booking your flight from Cincinnati to Chennai Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chennai:

  • Your trip to Chennai should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.

Explore more of India

  • Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.

  • Salem is another favourite destination in India and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without experiencing Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).

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