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$446+ Cheap flights from Houston to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MAA
ene. 21 — ene. 281
mar. 1/21
mar. 1/28
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The best prices from Houston to Chennai are usually found in September or August, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 16, 2025.

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$1,183
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One-way from

$446
(Mytrip)

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$1,487
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 16, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/37:05 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops44h 10mEtihad Airways
mié. 2/123:50 amMAA - IAH
2 stops41h 19mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,183
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/209:20 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops34h 50mIndiGo
jue. 2/272:50 pmMAA - IAH
2 stops40h 05mIndiGo
Deal found 1/15$1,189
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/206:31 amIAH - MAA
2 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
jue. 2/2710:20 pmMAA - IAH
3 stops32h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,192
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/214:25 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops29h 00mLufthansa
lun. 5/261:55 amMAA - IAH
2 stops25h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 1/15$1,221
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 1/279:45 pmIAH - MAA
1 stop20h 20mBritish Airways
mié. 2/57:35 amMAA - IAH
1 stop42h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/15$1,304
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/287:20 amIAH - MAA
2 stops29h 15mAir Canada
sáb. 10/251:55 amMAA - IAH
2 stops53h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 1/15$1,312
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/49:20 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops29h 05mTurkish Airlines
mar. 2/1811:00 pmMAA - IAH
2 stops31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,348
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/268:18 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops43h 27mEmirates
jue. 4/2410:00 pmMAA - IAH
2 stops33h 55mEmirates
Deal found 1/16$1,369
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/285:10 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops26h 15mAir France
vie. 4/256:15 pmMAA - IAH
2 stops29h 50mAir France
Deal found 1/16$1,405
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/96:50 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops50h 35mSingapore Airlines
jue. 2/1310:00 amMAA - IAH
2 stops39h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,432
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/512:14 pmHOU - MAA
2 stops29h 51mBritish Airways
jue. 2/207:35 amMAA - HOU
2 stops48h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,762
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 1/2712:14 pmHOU - MAA
2 stops26h 11mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/43:45 amMAA - HOU
2 stops30h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$2,154

Find flights from Houston to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 16, 2025.

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HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 2/20

9:20 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops34h 50m

Chennai

jue. 2/27

2:50 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops40h 05m

$1,189

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 2/20

6:31 am-2:45 am

2 stops32h 44m

Chennai

jue. 2/27

10:20 pm-7:17 pm

3 stops32h 27m

$1,192

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 2/21

4:25 pm-8:55 am

2 stops29h 00m

Chennai

lun. 5/26

1:55 am-5:15 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$1,221

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 5/10

10:13 am-8:35 am

2 stops35h 52m

Chennai

sáb. 5/31

4:10 am-5:38 pm

2 stops47h 58m

$1,274

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 1/27

9:45 pm-5:35 am

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

mié. 2/5

7:35 am-2:10 pm

1 stop42h 05m

$1,304

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 2/28

7:20 am-12:05 am

2 stops29h 15m

Chennai

sáb. 10/25

1:55 am-9:14 pm

2 stops53h 49m

$1,312

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 2/28

4:10 pm-6:00 am

2 stops26h 20m

Chennai

dom. 10/26

6:15 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,334

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 2/4

9:20 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Chennai

mar. 2/18

11:00 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$1,348

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 3/26

8:18 pm-2:15 am

2 stops43h 27m

Chennai

mié. 4/23

4:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$1,369

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 2/9

6:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops50h 35m

Chennai

jue. 2/13

10:00 am-2:25 pm

2 stops39h 55m

$1,432

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Chennai

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Chennai. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Chennai, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Houston to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston to Chennai at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Chennai. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated enero 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Houston to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Lufthansa and British Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
337 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Houston?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Houston. On average, Chennai has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 11 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Chennai is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,183 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and IndiGo, starting at $1,230 and $1,255 round-trip. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is IndiGo, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $567. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Chennai for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Houston to Chennai?

    Flights departing from Houston and landing in Chennai layover in Doha most frequently. Houston to Chennai flights stop in Frankfurt am Main the next most. London sees the third most layovers on flights from Houston to Chennai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Doha?

    Doha travelers tend to visit Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower more than anywhere else. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower can be visited by traveling about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Those landing in Doha looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $30 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers can rent a car at Frankfurt am Main for an average daily rate of $40 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in London?

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace more than any other attractions. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Buckingham Palace can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $38 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Houston to Chennai flights?

    Flights departing from Houston and landing in Chennai layover in Paris least frequently. Dubai sees the second fewest layovers for non-direct flights flying from Houston to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Houston to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Houston to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$831Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$896Average$1,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,063Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$1,231Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,282Average$1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,296Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Oman AirCheapest$1,333Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,341Average$2,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,399Average$1,776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,894Average$2,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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