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Cheapest return flight
₹ 124,837
Typical prices: ₹ 115,609-₹ 168,760
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/1Sat 10/3
IAH - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 45,473
Typical prices: ₹ 63,070-₹ 104,405
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/1
IAH - MAA • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
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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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 29% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 150,157 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 22h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Chennai

 
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Recent return flight deals from Houston to Chennai

Sun, 17 Jan - Wed, 10 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
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
₹ 124,837Qatar Airways
Wed, 11 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
₹ 125,122Multiple 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
Qatar Airways Logo
03:15 - 15:15MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 125,216Qatar 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
₹ 125,501Multiple Airlines
Sat, 6 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
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
₹ 125,596Etihad Airways
Wed, 6 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 06:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
51h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Muscat Seeb
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15:00 - 14:05MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 35m2 stops Muscat Seeb London Heathrow
₹ 125,691Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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21:40 - 06:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
45h 15m2 stops London Heathrow Muscat Seeb
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15:00 - 14:05MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
58h 35m2 stops Muscat Seeb London Heathrow
₹ 125,786Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 3 Feb
Air France Logo
19:10 - 08:15IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
25h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Bengaluru Intl
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20:45 - 16:50MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
31h 35m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
₹ 125,976Air France
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 06:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
45h 15m2 stops London Heathrow Muscat Seeb
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:10 - 14:05MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 25m2 stops Muscat Seeb London Heathrow
₹ 126,071Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
12:08 - 23:30IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
47h 52m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 16:45MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 126,166Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Houston to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Houston to Chennai?

Return flights from Houston to Chennai typically range from ₹ 115,609 to ₹ 168,760. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 124,837 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Chennai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Chennai. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Chennai at ₹ 93,984 return.
•December (₹ 192,429) and June (₹ 145,057) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Houston 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.

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Key details for Houston to Chennai flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

₹ 45,473
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 88% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from Houston to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston 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 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 to Chennai?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Houston to Chennai:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Houston to Chennai takes 00m, covering 24,506 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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 to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Houston to Chennai range from ₹ 115,609 to ₹ 168,760, with an average of ₹ 133,240 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 115,609 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the ₹ 133,240 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Houston to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 124,837 to ₹ 1,165,928. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 48,397, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston to Chennai?

    Flights from Houston to Chennai may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston 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 to Chennai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Houston to Chennai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 127,495 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 144,962, a difference of ₹ 17,468.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Houston 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 and Chennai?

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

Your guide to booking Houston 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 127,495, which is about ₹ 17,468 less than Friday fares (12% 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 to Chennai trip for April. Fares historically average ₹ 93,984 return in that month – typically ₹ 98,445 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

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