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Flight deals from Ottawa International to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa International to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.RM4,650 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Wed, 17 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada and British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,650, select.
Chennai.RM4,836 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Wed, 20 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,836, select.
Chennai.RM5,094 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,094, select.
Chennai.RM5,472 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,472, select.
Chennai.RM5,590 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Sun, 24 May.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,590, select.
Chennai.RM5,906 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,906, select.
Chennai.RM5,906 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,906, select.
Chennai.RM6,073 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM6,073, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Chennai

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Ottawa International to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Ottawa to Chennai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM4,650
Cheapest month to flyMay

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Finding cheap flights from Ottawa International to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to Chennai is RM4,650. 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 International to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM4,650.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Ottawa International to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Chennai is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to Chennai Airport on Wednesday, 6 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa International Airport 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.
Currently, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Ottawa.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YOW to MAA flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Currently, RM2,261 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM4,650. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from YOW to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chennai Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from YOW to MAA.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.

  • When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 58.21% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Ottawa to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to YOW:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to MAA if you have a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and find adventure across Chennai and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from YOW to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key highlights.

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