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Cheapest return flight
₹ 104,117
Typical prices: ₹ 116,864-₹ 169,833
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/1Tue 30/1
IAH - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 50,908
Typical prices: ₹ 63,729-₹ 103,312
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/9
IAH - MAA • 2 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
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 23% 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 ₹ 152,724 (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

Sat, 9 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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11:50 - 02:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
51h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:10 - 16:48MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
36h 08m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 104,117Etihad Airways
Thu, 8 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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08:27 - 02:50IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
31h 53m3 stops Fort Lauderdale Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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03:55 - 05:10MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
35h 45m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
₹ 105,267Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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21:40 - 14:20IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
53h 10m2 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
₹ 106,514Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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18:35 - 10:15IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
29h 10m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dubai Intl Kochi
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03:55 - 21:53MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
28h 28m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
₹ 106,610Multiple Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Sun, 13 Dec
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12:08 - 02:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
51h 57m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:55 - 16:45MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 106,897Etihad Airways
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 18 Jan
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12:08 - 19:50IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
44h 12m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:10 - 16:48MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
60h 08m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 107,281Etihad Airways
Mon, 18 Jan - Thu, 11 Mar
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21:40 - 14:20IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
29h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Muscat Seeb
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07:20 - 14:05MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 15m2 stops Muscat Seeb London Heathrow
₹ 108,527Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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21:40 - 06:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
45h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Muscat Seeb
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07:20 - 14:05MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 15m2 stops Muscat Seeb London Heathrow
₹ 108,815Multiple Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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12:08 - 08:05IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
32h 27m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:10 - 16:59MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
36h 19m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 109,102Etihad Airways
Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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12:21 - 02:50IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-MAA Chennai
27h 59m3 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:55 - 22:23MAA  Chennai-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 58m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
₹ 109,198Multiple Airlines
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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 from Houston to Chennai with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Houston to Chennai?

Return flights from Houston to Chennai start at ₹ 104,117. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 116,864 to ₹ 169,833. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 104,117 on Etihad Airways.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Chennai and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Chennai at ₹ 94,913 return.
•December (₹ 191,456) and June (₹ 148,122) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 101% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Chennai are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% 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

₹ 50,908
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston to Chennai?

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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) – 58% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 3% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Houston to Chennai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 127,318 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 145,533, a difference of ₹ 18,216. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 16% above the route average of ₹ 133,628. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Houston to Chennai takes 0h 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 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 ₹ 55,491, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 10m, compared to 22h 21m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 23h 33m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Chennai?

    Chennai is 10 hours ahead of Houston (India Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Houston to Chennai range from ₹ 116,864 to ₹ 169,833, with an average of ₹ 133,628 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 116,864 counts as a good deal.

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 Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ₹ 127,318 – about ₹ 18,216 less than Saturday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% 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 ₹ 94,913 return in that month – typically ₹ 96,543 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
    - Ridhan Regency
    - Hotel Mount Manor

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