Flying from Houston to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Houston to Chennai Airport (MAA). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the two main airports in Houston.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 10 hours 30 minutes ahead of Houston.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Houston to MAA. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Houston to MAA departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
IAH is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a handy hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Houston to Chennai Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from William P. Hobby Airport:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can arrive at HOU from central Houston in approximately 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
You're going on vacation, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to MAA:
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel close to MAA if you have a late flight from Houston to Chennai Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 47 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Chennai Airport (MAA)
For a one-way ticket from Houston to Chennai Airport, C$536 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,315. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
To score flight tickets from Houston to MAA, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Chennai. May is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Houston to MAA during then and you can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Houston to Chennai Airport in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Chennai
After booking your flight from Houston to Chennai Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chennai:
Marina Beach and Fort St. George are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Chennai travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Government Museum.
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