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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,195. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.$1,994 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,994, select.
Chennai.$2,029 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,029, select.
Chennai.$2,035 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,035, select.
Chennai.$2,112 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Thu, 16 Jul.Return flight with Air Canada and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,112, select.
Chennai.$2,133 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 3 Mar.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Chennai on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,133, select.
Chennai.$2,134 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Chennai on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,134, select.
Chennai.$2,138 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,138, select.
Chennai.$2,143 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Chennai on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,143, select.
Chennai.$2,195 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Thu, 25 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,195, select.
Chennai.$2,354 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,354, select.
Chennai.$2,542 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Chennai on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,542, select.
Chennai.$2,654 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Chennai on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,654, select.
Chennai.$2,961 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,961, select.
Chennai.$3,285 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,285, select.

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Cheapest flight found$1,994
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Chennai is $1,994. 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 Ottawa to Chennai. But we found flights with one stop from $1,994.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Ottawa to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Chennai is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Chennai Airport on Monday, 12 April 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa 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 Porter Airlines .

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

  • Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Ottawa.

  • Your flight from Ottawa to MAA won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.

About Chennai International Airport (MAA)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MAA:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire to explore Chennai and beyond.

  • Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Chennai International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Chennai. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.

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

  • Right now, $1,221 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,992. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Ottawa to MAA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Ottawa to Chennai International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Ottawa to MAA.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport (MAA). January is the busiest month to travel to Chennai. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in September.

  • Lock in a Ottawa to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Chennai

  • After booking your flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chennai:

  • Meenakshi Temple and Marina beach are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Chennai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chennai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.

  • Salem is another favourite destination in India and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai. No trip is complete without dropping by Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).

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