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Cheap Flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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11:40 am - 3:10 pmIAH-MAA
65h 00m2 stops
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10:15 am - 4:01 pmMAA-IAH
40h 16m2 stops
$1,176Etihad Airways
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Sat, Aug 23 - Sun, Sep 21
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3:35 pm - 11:10 pmIAH-MAA
45h 05m2 stops
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1:45 am - 2:40 pmMAA-IAH
24h 25m1 stop
$1,209Lufthansa
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Sat, Jul 19 - Mon, Jan 19
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3:35 pm - 8:55 amIAH-MAA
30h 50m2 stops
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1:45 am - 6:48 pmMAA-IAH
28h 33m2 stops
$1,220Lufthansa
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Sat, Jul 19 - Mon, Jan 19
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3:25 pm - 3:30 amIAH-MAA
25h 35m1 stop
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5:35 am - 7:15 pmMAA-IAH
24h 10m1 stop
$1,312British Airways
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Mon, May 12 - Wed, May 28
British Airways Logo
3:25 pm - 3:30 amIAH-MAA
25h 35m1 stop
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5:35 am - 1:40 pmMAA-IAH
42h 35m1 stop
$1,335British Airways
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Mon, May 12 - Thu, May 29
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6:10 pm - 2:50 amIAH-MAA
22h 10m1 stop
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4:20 am - 3:50 pmMAA-IAH
22h 00m1 stop
$1,353Qatar Airways
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Sun, May 11 - Sat, May 31
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6:10 pm - 2:50 amIAH-MAA
22h 10m1 stop
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9:50 pm - 3:30 pmMAA-IAH
29h 10m1 stop
$1,354Qatar Airways
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Sun, Jul 20 - Fri, Jan 16
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2:25 pm - 12:00 pmIAH-MAA
35h 05m2 stops
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8:10 pm - 7:05 pmMAA-IAH
33h 25m2 stops
$1,356IndiGo
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7:50 pm - 8:30 pmIAH-MAA
62h 10m2 stops
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3:45 am - 8:35 pmMAA-IAH
28h 20m2 stops
$1,379Emirates
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9:00 pm - 12:15 pmIAH-MAA
28h 45m2 stops
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3:00 pm - 7:05 pmMAA-IAH
38h 35m2 stops
$1,442IndiGo
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IAH's free Wi-Fi is available across all terminals. Look for the 'Free Airport WIFI' network to stay connected before your long flight.

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For a smooth arrival at MAA, use the airport metro for a quick 20-minute ride to the city center, avoiding traffic.

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Planning a trip from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai is September, where tickets cost $1,309 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,124 and $1,991 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonMay
Cheapest flight$580
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai flights

  • What kind of flights go from IAH to MAA in India?

    Emirates, Qatar Airways, and JetBlue operate one-stop flights IAH—MAA that usually depart in the morning or evening. The flights have layovers in Dubai (DXB) and Qatar (DOH). Lufthansa and KLM are among the airlines that operate two-stop flights on the IAH—MAA route. These flights tend to stop at Amsterdam (AMS) and Caratagna (CDG).

  • Does IAH Airport have a lounge designated for the US military?

    Yes. The USO in IAH airport is in the main concourse, one level below Gate 44. The USO is open for active military and their family members every day, 6 am until 9 pm. The lounge features flight information boards, comfortable seating, a library, a TV and cable, a DVD player, and a PS4. You’ll also find free snacks and beverages, a kids’ play area, toiletries, charging stations, CAC readers, computers, workspaces, fax machines, and Wi-Fi. Everything passengers could need is available to active military and their families at the USO.

  • How can I get from MAA airport to the city center in Chennai?

    MTC buses are available to the public outside the terminals. These buses provide an affordable way to get into the city, but the journey takes much longer than it does in a car. Chennai Airport Taxi can get you into the city center in about 50min. You could also take a rickshaw, but this is inadvisable due to all the baggage you will have.

  • Where in MAA can I exchange US dollars for the Indian rupee?

    You can find a currency exchange counter in the Chennai Airport (MAA) past the baggage claim just as you pass through customs. At the Prime Forex kiosk, you can pick up the currency you ordered online.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai was $580 for a one-way ticket and $1,176 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Houston George Bush Airport and Chennai?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Chennai from Houston George Bush Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Houston George Bush Airport and Chennai, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Chennai from Houston George Bush Airport?

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Houston to Chennai, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Houston to Chennai are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,336 and an overall rating of 8.1, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,925 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from Houston George Bush Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back to Houston George Bush Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Houston George Bush Airport and MAA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Houston George Bush Airport to Chennai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chennai from Houston George Bush Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Chennai

  • If you want to relax before your long flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Chennai India Airport (MAA), take advantage of a deep tissue chair massage, especially to relax your neck and get it feeling loose and limber before the flight. Massage chairs are located throughout the airport: A1, A8, A12, A17, A24, B76, B83, B85, C33A, D7, E10, and just past security in Terminal E.
  • IAH Airport in Houston makes accommodations for service animals who need a drink of water or need to go to the bathroom while in transit. If you find that your beloved four-legged friend and guide needs to drink or relieve him or herself, take advantage of one of the four animal relief stations in the terminals. Gates C2, E12, B1, and D6 have animal relief stations near them.
  • Houston Airport Marriott at IAH is a good hotel to stay at the night before an early flight to MAA. Guest services and amenities will ensure your comfortable stay, and when you are ready to catch your plane, you can use the hotel’s free airport shuttle service. A comfortable yet more affordable option also close to IAH is the Ramada by Wyndham Houston Intercontinental Airport East.
  • Mothers are legally allowed to breastfeed in any airport in the US. However, if a nursing mom wants some sanitized privacy while she breastfeeds or pumps, IAH thoughtfully installed nursing rooms at Gates C4, A2, and A17. These quiet rooms provide a clean space to have a private moment to take care of your nursing needs.
  • Before your flight at IAH, feel free to take advantage of the calm serenity of one of the inter-faith chapels. The chapels are located near Gates C29 and D8.

Top 5 airlines serving from George Bush Intcntl to Chennai

 
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3215 reviews
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7.8Food
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8.2Entertainment
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Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

10.0 ExcellentBharat, Feb 2025DXB - BOM
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Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

Except for the uncleaned tray, and the delay in serving food for our section (which may have been due to the location of our row) everything else was good. The crew were very professional and responded to our requests promptly throughout the flight. We as a family were not disappointed by Emirates.

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Seat 💺 was all the way on last row. Food was okay .

Charged for internet that never really worked. The food selection was just ok.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. Food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

I purchased Qatar airways after seeing ads about its service. To my surprise Qatar is marketing gimmick and horrible airlines which I don’t recommend to anyone Flight was dirty including flight from Miami to Doha And Doha airport restrooms are dirty On top of this they use this pathetic cheap indigo From Doha to Hyderabad which I will never fly Also they lost one of my baggage in Indigo and still waiting to receive it. I will never travel Qatar and will never recommend

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

No difference between US airline and Qatar. Both cramp as many people. The airline seems to change planes without notice choice is seating when making reservations online doesn’t match the plane a passenger is on. Especially paying extra. Nothing special No different than US carriers.

Aircraft was spacious compared to American Airlines, food was great, entertainment was much better with a wide variety of options, and the crew was very polite.

Terrible experience at IST airport due to mismanagement by ground and wheelchair staff.

Some seats don’t recline. No USB port or power outlet, no inflight WIFI - not even for SMS/Messaging apps. Ontime performance was very good. They should have at least one crew member who speaks the local language, for flights like these.

Some seats don’t recline. No USB port or power outlet, no inflight WIFI - not even for SMS/Messaging apps. Ontime performance was very good.

Although we took the XL seats with more width, we found that you do not have a seat in front to stow your personal item, nor can you stretch your legs. This is not the best option for a comfortable seat. Boarding was timely but disorganized without any row based entry.

Not professional and didn’t know about double seat even when I paid for it and have a confirmation. Lack of comms between teams.

deboarding is very poor after landing it took around 45 minutes to come out.

My baggage bag got broken and only 3000 voucher was given for compensation

Crew members forgot to serve sandwiches after serving the coffee. Worst was the handling of bag. One of wheel was Broken making it useless. Though a complaint was registered and assured of compensation voucher equal to part cost of the new bag.

The seats are horrible and pathetic. The flight was delayed by over an hour as they did not have the crew

Please don’t send survey questions on Indigo flights. 90% of booking, check in, Boarding work is done by the passenger. So those questions are irrelevant

Actual flight was smooth but we were delayed 70 minutes. Were promised to make it up to us but were given no refreshments

Did not fly HOU to SAT as flight was cancelled.

Not good. They charged an additional $70 to check a bag we had already paid for on line with Lufstansa

Flight crew was among the best I’ve ever seen

Good flight. Entertainment equipment was sub-par - old-style 2-prong jack headphones that don't fir ears well. Entertainment software interface was slow and glitchy to navigate.

Very disappointed. None of the bags from Newark & Toronto flight were loaded onto connecting flight to Mumbai. And yet, no announcement during the flight. No placard near the luggage carousel in Mumbai. Absolute mayhem at Lufthansa lost & found counter. Each agent taking 20 minutes to record each incident. Stood in line for more than 1 hour, after suffering through a 8 hour flight.

Boing 747-8’s are showing their age. The seat back screens are somewhat unresponsive. Even putting the seat “in its original and upright position” required assistance from the guy behind me-after I helped the lady in front of me! I left a ball cap on board. I’ll be flying back in four weeks. I wonder if Lufthansa has a list a found for that kind of stuff in Frankfurt?

LH is not customer service oriented. Stewardess and ground staff are opinated snd condescending, airplanes are old with small screens with bad non responsive and annoying touch screens; overall they can't compete with Asian and Middle East airlines such as Brunei, Thai, Emirates, Qatar, etc.

I liked that the chairs don't go back too far. I did not like the entertainment system, which was really terrible by industry standards. The crew were unpleasant. The main meal was terrible, the morning meal was quite good.

This flight was operated by Air India and it was good experience

Too much long line at the TSA and Security. Prepare for long walk for baggage claim.

The flight from Seattle was delayed, which made me miss my connection to Florence. I was re-booked NINE HOURS LATER!!! That’s basically a vacation day lost. British Airways needs to partner with other airlines when possible to get a more realistic travel time, if delays occur. I realize there aren’t many flights to Florence from London, so I would book differently were I to return. The actual flight from Seattle was very comfortable and the crew was great, no faults there. I enjoy British Airways, this was an anomaly.

The crew could not have been more helpful, my meal was excellent, I slept peacefully until right before landing, and the BA lounge was a godsend. The only negative I encountered was the coffee both on the plane and in the lounge. Not to my taste but that’s a personal preference.

I don’t understand why a reputable airline like BA would delegate their London flights to AA. Makes no sense to me, as most domestic carriers do such a poor job these days. Terminal 3 at LHR is a total dump

The boarding process was quite loud and chaotic. The flight attendants kept barking over the PA system about people needing to only stow large items in the overhead bins. During the one and only service, I was hit by the service cart. At the same time, a passenger was returning from the bathroom and the crew definitely saw him but stopped a few seats short of allowing him to sit down before starting service and made him wait a good 10 minutes before passing his seat and allowing him to sit down, after which he had to ask for his snack and beverage or he would have been passed over. Neither flight attendant thanked passengers as they left; in fact, I did not see them again once the plane door was opened.

Cancelled flight minutes before boarding. Rescheduled flight was two days later

The flight attendants were EXTREMELY personable and appreciated the service, lights going off after dinner (probably the norm, but I haven’t flown evening overnight flights in a while). Thank you!

Business class seats were very dated on my plane. Very little storage, charging ports were not easily accessible, tv screen kept flopping away. Vegetarian food was disappointing: hardly any protein and severely under-seasoned. Crew was lovely.

The food was ok, but not great. They delayed boarding in Portland and did not enforce group boarding. But the crew was excellent, went above and beyond.

The food was pathetic. There wasn't much leg room and recline space for such a long flight. No tea/ coffee for a 2-3 hour connecting flight without purchasing! Really!?

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