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$397+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Chennai (MAA)

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — MAA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Chennai are usually found in April or September, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,236
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$397
(Trip.com)

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December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,835
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/143:35 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops45h 05mLufthansa
Wed 9/101:55 amMAA - IAH
2 stops45h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$1,236
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/143:35 pmIAH - MAA
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/201:55 amMAA - IAH
2 stops28h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,238
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/313:30 pmIAH - MAA
1 stop25h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 9/305:35 amMAA - IAH
1 stop42h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,242
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/142:25 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops38h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/308:10 pmMAA - IAH
2 stops51h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,243
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/59:00 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops38h 20mIndiGo
Sun 7/2010:30 pmMAA - IAH
2 stops31h 05mIndiGo
Deal found 6/10$1,270
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:20 amIAH - MAA
2 stops30h 20mAir Canada
Thu 7/31:55 amMAA - IAH
2 stops30h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 6/9$1,281
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/175:50 pmIAH - MAA
1 stop27h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 4/284:20 amMAA - IAH
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,330
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/152:25 pmIAH - MAA
2 stops24h 20mEmirates
Fri 4/244:00 amMAA - IAH
2 stops47h 25mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$1,444

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/14

3:35 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops45h 05m

Chennai

Wed 9/10

1:55 am-1:15 pm

2 stops45h 50m

$1,236

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/31

3:30 pm-3:30 am

1 stop25h 30m

Chennai

Tue 9/30

5:35 am-1:45 pm

1 stop42h 40m

$1,242

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/14

2:25 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops38h 10m

Chennai

Sat 8/30

8:10 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops51h 00m

$1,243

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/15

4:56 pm-3:05 pm

3 stops35h 39m

Chennai

Thu 9/11

12:00 pm-11:40 pm

3 stops46h 10m

$1,253

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 7/5

9:00 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Chennai

Sun 7/20

10:30 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$1,270

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/17

7:20 am-12:10 am

2 stops30h 20m

Chennai

Thu 7/3

1:55 am-10:17 pm

2 stops30h 52m

$1,281

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/29

6:10 pm-2:50 am

1 stop22h 10m

Chennai

Tue 9/30

4:20 am-3:50 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$1,350

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/7

2:13 pm-2:40 am

2 stops25h 57m

$397

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 7/12

9:00 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops38h 50m

$541

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/19

9:00 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$622

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Best time to book a flight from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAH to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Chennai, such as Thai Airways, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines. 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.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
477 reviews
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from George Bush Intcntl 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 George Bush Intcntl?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Houston George Bush Intcntl. On average, Chennai has 0 inbound flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl per day from 11 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Lufthansa ($1,236), British Airways ($1,242), and Turkish Airlines ($1,243) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai. Lufthansa is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $541 on IndiGo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $622 and Lufthansa from $707 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    Flights departing from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and landing in Chennai layover in Doha most frequently. Doha is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Doha?

    Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are the most popular attractions in Doha if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower can be accessed by traveling approximately 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Doha Hamad Intl for an average daily rate of $28 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Konstablerwache. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Konstablerwache are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $43.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai flights?

    Flights departing from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and landing in Chennai layover in London least frequently. Dubai follows London in terms of the least common layover location on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on George Bush Intcntl to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl 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 George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$804Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,063Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,147Average$2,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IndiGoCheapest$1,174Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,208Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LufthansaCheapest$1,234Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,283Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,283Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,287Average$1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Oman AirCheapest$1,336Average$1,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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