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Cheapest return flight
₹ 124,658
Typical prices: ₹ 115,833-₹ 168,356
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Wed 17/1Sat 10/3
IAH - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 45,408
Typical prices: ₹ 65,477-₹ 103,963
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Fri 12/1
IAH - MAA • 3 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 149,942 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai (IAH-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai

Sun, 17 Jan - Wed, 10 Mar
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17:35 - 02:15IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
21h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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03:15 - 15:15MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 124,658Qatar Airways
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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15:50 - 06:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
51h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Muscat Seeb
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07:10 - 14:05MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 25m2 stops Muscat Seeb London Heathrow
₹ 124,942Multiple Airlines
Fri, 5 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
17:55 - 02:30IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
21h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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03:15 - 15:15MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 125,037Qatar Airways
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 2 Feb
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15:50 - 06:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
51h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Muscat Seeb
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07:10 - 14:05MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 25m2 stops Muscat Seeb London Heathrow
₹ 125,321Multiple Airlines
Sat, 6 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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11:32 - 19:50IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
44h 48m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:55 - 15:18MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
40h 53m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 125,416Etihad Airways
Sat, 6 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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11:32 - 19:50IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
44h 48m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:55 - 16:38MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 13m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 125,416Etihad Airways
Sun, 7 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
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11:32 - 02:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
27h 33m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:55 - 16:38MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 13m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 125,416Etihad Airways
Mon, 1 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
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12:13 - 08:05IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
32h 22m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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03:55 - 15:50MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
46h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 125,416Etihad Airways
Sat, 6 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
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11:32 - 19:50IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
44h 48m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:55 - 16:38MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 13m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 125,416Etihad Airways
Sat, 6 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
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11:32 - 19:50IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
44h 48m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:05 - 15:18MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 43m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 125,416Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai flights

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How much is a return flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

Return flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai typically range from ₹ 115,833 to ₹ 168,356. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 124,658 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai at ₹ 93,849 return.
•December (₹ 187,603) and June (₹ 148,736) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 99% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

₹ 45,408
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 82% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai takes 00m, covering 24,465 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai range from ₹ 115,833 to ₹ 168,356, with an average of ₹ 135,147 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 115,833 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the ₹ 135,147 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 49,427, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 126,838 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 145,987, a difference of ₹ 19,149.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 06m, compared to 22h 21m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 23h 51m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Chennai?

    Chennai is 11 hours ahead of Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (India Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What kind of flights go from IAH to MAA in India?

    Emirates, Qatar Airways, and JetBlue operate one-stop flights IAH—MAA that usually depart in the morning or evening. The flights have layovers in Dubai (DXB) and Qatar (DOH). Lufthansa and KLM are among the airlines that operate two-stop flights on the IAH—MAA route. These flights tend to stop at Amsterdam (AMS) and Caratagna (CDG).

  • Does IAH Airport have a lounge designated for the US military?

    Yes. The USO in IAH airport is in the main concourse, one level below Gate 44. The USO is open for active military and their family members every day, 6 am until 9 pm. The lounge features flight information boards, comfortable seating, a library, a TV and cable, a DVD player, and a PS4. You’ll also find free snacks and beverages, a kids’ play area, toiletries, charging stations, CAC readers, computers, workspaces, fax machines, and Wi-Fi. Everything passengers could need is available to active military and their families at the USO.

  • How can I get from MAA airport to the city center in Chennai?

    MTC buses are available to the public outside the terminals. These buses provide an affordable way to get into the city, but the journey takes much longer than it does in a car. Chennai Airport Taxi can get you into the city center in about 50min. You could also take a rickshaw, but this is inadvisable due to all the baggage you will have.

  • Where in MAA can I exchange US dollars for the Indian rupee?

    You can find a currency exchange counter in the Chennai Airport (MAA) past the baggage claim just as you pass through customs. At the Prime Forex kiosk, you can pick up the currency you ordered online.

Your guide to booking Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average ₹ 126,838, which is about ₹ 19,149 less than Friday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai trip for April. Fares historically average ₹ 93,849 return in that month – typically ₹ 93,754 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Southern Comfort
    • Ridhan Regency
  • If you want to relax before your long flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Chennai India Airport (MAA), take advantage of a deep tissue chair massage, especially to relax your neck and get it feeling loose and limber before the flight. Massage chairs are located throughout the airport: A1, A8, A12, A17, A24, B76, B83, B85, C33A, D7, E10, and just past security in Terminal E.
  • IAH Airport in Houston makes accommodations for service animals who need a drink of water or need to go to the bathroom while in transit. If you find that your beloved four-legged friend and guide needs to drink or relieve him or herself, take advantage of one of the four animal relief stations in the terminals. Gates C2, E12, B1, and D6 have animal relief stations near them.
  • Houston Airport Marriott at IAH is a good hotel to stay at the night before an early flight to MAA. Guest services and amenities will ensure your comfortable stay, and when you are ready to catch your plane, you can use the hotel’s free airport shuttle service. A comfortable yet more affordable option also close to IAH is the Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East.
  • Mothers are legally allowed to breastfeed in any airport in the US. However, if a nursing mom wants some sanitized privacy while she breastfeeds or pumps, IAH thoughtfully installed nursing rooms at Gates C4, A2, and A17. These quiet rooms provide a clean space to have a private moment to take care of your nursing needs.
  • Before your flight at IAH, feel free to take advantage of the calm serenity of one of the inter-faith chapels. The chapels are located near Gates C29 and D8.

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