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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier 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 are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport is 1 as of December 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check 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 required travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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15:30 - 08:25

IAH

MAA

29h 25m2 stops

19:05 - 13:30

MAA

IAH

29h 55m2 stops

₹ 108,481KLM

Fri, 9 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

16:30 - 08:45

IAH

MAA

29h 45m2 stops

01:55 - 18:00

MAA

IAH

26h 35m1 stop

₹ 108,572Lufthansa

Wed, 15 Apr - Mon, 4 May

16:30 - 08:45

IAH

MAA

28h 45m2 stops

21:10 - 15:10

MAA

IAH

28h 30m2 stops

₹ 108,662Lufthansa

Tue, 3 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

10:02 - 11:05

IAH

MAA

37h 33m3 stops

15:45 - 21:44

MAA

IAH

40h 29m3 stops

₹ 108,752Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar

12:10 - 00:05

IAH

MAA

24h 25m2 stops

01:55 - 18:00

MAA

IAH

26h 35m1 stop

₹ 108,842Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 21 Apr

10:00 - 03:30

IAH

MAA

31h 00m2 stops

05:35 - 19:38

MAA

IAH

48h 33m2 stops

₹ 108,933Multiple Airlines

Sun, 14 Jun - Tue, 14 Jul

16:30 - 00:05

IAH

MAA

20h 05m1 stop

01:50 - 15:10

MAA

IAH

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 109,023Lufthansa

Thu, 5 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

16:30 - 08:45

IAH

MAA

28h 45m2 stops

01:50 - 15:10

MAA

IAH

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 109,203Lufthansa

Sat, 28 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

12:47 - 02:30

HOU

MAA

26h 13m2 stops

04:05 - 15:50

MAA

HOU

47h 15m2 stops

₹ 141,423Qatar Airways

Wed, 4 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

18:36 - 02:20

HOU

MAA

44h 14m2 stops

03:25 - 18:06

MAA

HOU

26h 11m2 stops

₹ 141,694Qatar Airways

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

KLM flights from Houston to Chennai

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KLM

9 Jan

IAH15:30Houston George Bush Intcntl

29h 25m

2 stops

MAA08:25Chennai

19 Jan

MAA19:05Chennai

29h 55m

2 stops

IAH13:30Houston George Bush Intcntl

₹ 108,481

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KLM

9 Jan

IAH15:30Houston George Bush Intcntl

27h 35m

2 stops

MAA06:35Chennai

18 Jan

MAA21:05Chennai

51h 55m

2 stops

IAH13:30Houston George Bush Intcntl

₹ 112,994

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KLM

29 Dec

IAH15:30Houston George Bush Intcntl

29h 25m

2 stops

MAA08:25Chennai

28 Jan

MAA20:10Chennai

29h 15m

2 stops

IAH13:55Houston George Bush Intcntl

₹ 122,380

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Lufthansa flights from Houston to Chennai

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Lufthansa

15 Apr

IAH16:30Houston George Bush Intcntl

29h 45m

2 stops

MAA08:45Chennai

3 May

MAA21:10Chennai

26h 55m

2 stops

IAH13:35Houston George Bush Intcntl

₹ 108,572

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Lufthansa

3 Mar

IAH16:30Houston George Bush Intcntl

28h 45m

2 stops

MAA08:45Chennai

15 Mar

MAA21:10Chennai

28h 30m

2 stops

IAH15:10Houston George Bush Intcntl

₹ 108,662

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Lufthansa

5 Mar

IAH16:30Houston George Bush Intcntl

20h 05m

1 stop

MAA00:05Chennai

11 Mar

MAA18:00Chennai

31h 40m

2 stops

IAH15:10Houston George Bush Intcntl

₹ 109,023

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IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/1

15:30-08:25

2 stops29h 25m

Chennai

Mon 19/1

19:05-13:30

2 stops29h 55m

₹ 108,481

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 15/4

16:30-08:45

2 stops29h 45m

Chennai

Mon 4/5

01:55-18:00

1 stop26h 35m

₹ 108,572

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

16:30-08:45

2 stops28h 45m

Chennai

Mon 16/3

21:10-15:10

2 stops28h 30m

₹ 108,662

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/3

10:02-11:05

3 stops37h 33m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

15:45-21:44

3 stops40h 29m

₹ 108,752

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 20/1

12:10-00:05

2 stops24h 25m

Chennai

Tue 21/4

01:55-18:00

1 stop26h 35m

₹ 108,842

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 14/6

10:00-03:30

2 stops31h 00m

Chennai

Tue 14/7

05:35-19:38

2 stops48h 33m

₹ 108,933

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/3

16:30-00:05

1 stop20h 05m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

01:50-15:10

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 109,023

HoustonChennai

IAH - MAA

IAHMAA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 28/2

16:30-08:45

2 stops28h 45m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

01:50-15:10

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 109,203

HoustonChennai

HOU - MAA

HOUMAA

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/2

12:47-02:30

2 stops26h 13m

Chennai

Thu 12/2

04:05-15:50

2 stops47h 15m

₹ 141,423

HoustonChennai

HOU - MAA

HOUMAA

Houston Hobby

Mon 19/1

18:36-02:20

2 stops44h 14m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

03:25-18:06

2 stops26h 11m

₹ 141,694

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Chennai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of September is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around ₹ 112,001.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from Houston is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as ₹ 142,359. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Houston to Chennai on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 159,647. 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?

Our data shows that the cheapest Houston to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the afternoon for as low as ₹ 156,135. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around ₹ 161,446. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 ₹ 133,029 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Houston for as low as ₹ 112,994 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 05m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Chennai takes 21h 05m

There are no direct flights from Houston to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Houston to Chennai.

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How far is Houston to Chennai by plane?
The distance between Houston and Chennai is about 15217.5 km. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Houston to Chennai Airport is 1 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Chennai Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check 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 required travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Chennai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 112,928	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,686 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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