Travelling from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Columbus: what you need to know
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-5. The city is ten hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MAA to Columbus flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as November? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
MAA is about 16 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel near MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai International Airport to Columbus, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Chennai International Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Columbus
₹ 80,583 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chennai International Airport to Columbus flight. A return plane ticket starts at ₹ 131,866. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MAA to Columbus if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai International Airport to Columbus. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMH instead:
Improve your chances of snagging the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from MAA to Columbus is a good move.
The street address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is around 23 kilometres from central Columbus. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chennai International Airport to Columbus, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one accommodation option within an easy drive of LCK. Check in here after your MAA to Columbus flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
Best time to go to Columbus
July is the busiest month for flights from Chennai International Airport to Columbus. To skip the crowds, visit Columbus in December.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your Chennai International Airport to Columbus plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Columbus
After booking your flight from Chennai International Airport to Columbus, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Columbus:
Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Columbus travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ohio Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Columbus. Around 451 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
