What airlines fly to Chennai?

Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Houston according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to Chennai?

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Chennai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport?

As of July 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Chennai Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$465 Cheap Flights from Houston to Chennai in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,493 to $1,753. The lowest price recently found on this route was $993.

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7:05 am - 2:40 amIAH-MAA

33h 05m2 stops

7:50 pm - 4:00 pmMAA-IAH

30h 40m2 stops

$993

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Sun, Aug 10 - Wed, Sep 17

9:00 pm - 12:00 pmIAH-MAA

28h 30m2 stops

10:30 pm - 7:05 pmMAA-IAH

31h 05m2 stops

$1,009

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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13

9:00 pm - 7:15 pmIAH-MAA

35h 45m2 stops

3:00 pm - 7:05 pmMAA-IAH

38h 35m2 stops

$1,045IndiGo

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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30

9:00 pm - 12:15 pmIAH-MAA

28h 45m2 stops

12:45 pm - 7:05 pmMAA-IAH

40h 50m2 stops

$1,057IndiGo

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Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 19

6:10 pm - 7:25 amIAH-MAA

26h 45m2 stops

7:20 am - 4:30 pmMAA-IAH

43h 40m2 stops

$1,084Oman Air

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Mon, Oct 6 - Sun, Nov 2

6:10 pm - 7:25 amIAH-MAA

26h 45m2 stops

7:20 am - 3:30 pmMAA-IAH

43h 40m2 stops

$1,097Oman Air

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Mon, Oct 6 - Mon, Nov 3

12:25 pm - 5:35 amHOU-MAA

29h 40m2 stops

7:35 am - 11:45 pmMAA-HOU

27h 40m2 stops

$1,479British Airways

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Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Dec 1

12:25 pm - 5:35 amHOU-MAA

29h 40m2 stops

7:35 am - 4:07 pmMAA-HOU

44h 02m2 stops

$1,484British Airways

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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Dec 2

8:11 pm - 9:10 amHOU-MAA

26h 29m2 stops

9:50 pm - 5:59 pmMAA-HOU

31h 39m2 stops

$1,538Qatar Airways

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Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Nov 4

2:29 pm - 2:50 amHOU-MAA

25h 51m2 stops

9:50 pm - 8:11 pmMAA-HOU

32h 51m2 stops

$1,562Qatar Airways

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Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Sep 2

IndiGo flights from Houston to Chennai

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IndiGo

Sep 23

IAH9:00 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

35h 45m

2 stops

MAA7:15 pmChennai

Sep 30

MAA3:00 pmChennai

38h 35m

2 stops

IAH7:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,045

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IndiGo

Aug 12

IAH9:00 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

28h 45m

2 stops

MAA12:15 pmChennai

Aug 19

MAA12:45 pmChennai

40h 50m

2 stops

IAH7:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,057

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IndiGo

Oct 1

IAH2:25 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

35h 05m

2 stops

MAA12:00 pmChennai

Oct 16

MAA6:20 pmChennai

35h 15m

2 stops

IAH7:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,106

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Oman Air flights from Houston to Chennai

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Oman Air

Oct 6

IAH6:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 45m

2 stops

MAA7:25 amChennai

Nov 2

MAA7:20 amChennai

43h 40m

2 stops

IAH4:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,084

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Oman Air

Oct 6

IAH6:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 45m

2 stops

MAA7:25 amChennai

Nov 3

MAA7:20 amChennai

43h 40m

2 stops

IAH3:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,097

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Oman Air

Oct 6

IAH6:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

33h 50m

2 stops

MAA2:30 pmChennai

Nov 1

MAA3:10 pmChennai

59h 50m

2 stops

IAH4:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,100

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Chennai

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,262. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in April, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Houston to Chennai during March average around $1,400.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,598. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Houston to Chennai on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,796. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Houston to Chennai when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,212. Flying to Chennai at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the evening when prices are around $1,785.

What is the cheapest Houston to Chennai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,568 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Houston for as low as $1,353 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Houston to Chennai flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Houston to Chennai flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$465
Fastest flight time	20h 20m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chennai	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chennai from Houston in the past 72 hours is $465. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $993.

The fastest flight from Houston to Chennai takes 20h 20m

There are no direct flights from Houston to Chennai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Houston Hobby Airport - Chennai Airport and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport - Chennai Airport.

There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

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How far is Houston to Chennai by plane?
Houston and Chennai are 9455.7 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 23h 46m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport?
As of July 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Chennai Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Chennai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $804	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,222 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $896	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,284 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,064	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,326 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,124	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,901 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $1,151	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 478 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 9,717 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,230	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,205 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Oman Air	PriceFrom $1,232	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 92 reviews	Search Oman Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,235	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,134 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,281	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,603 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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