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Cheap flights from Houston to Chennai from ₹ 57,554

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MAA
12 Jun — 19 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Chennai

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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 13 May 2026.

Wed 2/911:50
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1010:00
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5₹ 95,031
Sat 22/813:14
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops26h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/921:55
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5₹ 97,708
Thu 16/708:54
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops24h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/721:55
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops33h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5₹ 103,444
Sat 11/718:00
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops51h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 31/704:05
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops47h 12m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/5₹ 103,635
Tue 7/706:00
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/721:55
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops29h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5₹ 109,180
Thu 16/706:00
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/804:05
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops30h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5₹ 111,092
Tue 7/718:20
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops39h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/704:05
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops41h 24m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5₹ 112,526
Thu 12/1116:05
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops26h 55m
Air France
Mon 30/1122:30
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops26h 55m
Air France
Deal found 8/5₹ 114,916
Fri 10/713:36
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops26h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/721:55
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops29h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5₹ 116,828
Sat 7/1121:50
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/1107:20
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops42h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5₹ 117,689
Sat 4/710:17
IAH
-
MAA
2 stops23h 23m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/704:05
MAA
-
IAH
2 stops30h 16m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5₹ 118,358
Wed 26/818:15
IAH
-
MAA
1 stop21h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/1103:25
MAA
-
IAH
1 stop23h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5₹ 118,549

Find flight deals from Houston to Chennai

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 13 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 95,031

One-way from

₹ 57,554

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

₹ 174,765
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/9-27/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 50m total
  • Houston to Chennai
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8/9
  • 8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 15m total
  • Houston to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 357,870 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 13 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 16/7

08:54-20:10

2 stops24h 46m

Chennai

Sun 13/9

21:55-19:43

2 stops32h 18m

₹ 97,708

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 16/7

08:54-20:10

2 stops24h 46m

Chennai

Thu 30/7

21:55-20:34

2 stops33h 09m

₹ 103,444

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/7

13:36-02:25

2 stops26h 19m

Chennai

Thu 23/7

04:05-23:51

2 stops30h 16m

₹ 127,536

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 25/6

08:47-20:10

2 stops24h 53m

Chennai

Sun 5/7

04:05-23:51

2 stops30h 16m

₹ 132,985

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 18/6

10:19-20:10

2 stops23h 21m

Chennai

Sat 4/7

04:05-23:51

2 stops30h 16m

₹ 132,985

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 27/5

11:56-02:50

2 stops28h 24m

Chennai

Thu 30/7

21:55-20:34

2 stops33h 09m

₹ 136,236

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 27/5

11:56-02:50

2 stops28h 24m

Chennai

Mon 29/6

21:55-14:12

2 stops26h 47m

₹ 136,236
Fastest return journey

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/7

10:19-20:10

2 stops23h 21m

Chennai

Wed 22/7

21:55-14:12

2 stops26h 47m

₹ 137,670

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 29/5

11:56-02:50

2 stops28h 24m

Chennai

Sat 27/6

21:55-20:35

2 stops33h 10m

₹ 139,487

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/6

06:02-20:10

2 stops27h 38m

Chennai

Sat 11/7

04:05-23:51

2 stops30h 16m

₹ 152,202

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Chennai

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

The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 31 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Chennai (average of ₹ 25,335). Flying from Houston to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 109,467). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Houston to Chennai?

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 13 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways from Houston to Chennai. 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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 1 airline. Chennai is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Chennai?

    Departing from Houston to Chennai will take you 27h 12m. There are 15239 km between Houston and Chennai. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Houston to Chennai round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at ₹ 119,416. This flight start at 13% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 holiday 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Chennai (average of ₹ 25,335). Flying from Houston to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 109,467). 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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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 119,416Average₹ 191,584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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