Flying from Houston to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Houston. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai.
Your flight from Houston to MAA won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Houston to MAA that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IAH and MAA include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Houston to Chennai International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of all flights leaving Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can reach HOU from central Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to MAA flight:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Chennai International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Houston to Chennai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport to the centre of Chennai is about 16 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
At the moment, 340 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Chennai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 895 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to MAA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Houston to Chennai International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Chennai International Airport (MAA). November is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in January.
Before locking in your Houston to MAA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Chennai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Chennai International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Chennai when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Meenakshi Temple followed by Marina beach and Marina Beach.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in India, head for Salem, roughly 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai. ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple are the start of reasons to visit.
