Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is 10 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located. Houston operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from MAA to Houston.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from MAA to Houston, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you hold a passport from India, you will need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Chennai Airport to Houston for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Chennai, MAA can be reached in about 47 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Houston or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Houston
C$755 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Houston. Return flights start at C$1,469. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to Houston if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Chennai Airport to Houston throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 49 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Chennai Airport to Houston, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near IAH:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The centre of Houston is around 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). As soon as your flight from Chennai Airport to Houston has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 22 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes.
After your flight from MAA to Houston, rest your head at a hotel near HOU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Houston. July is the busiest month for a trip to Houston. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Houston for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from MAA to Houston sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
After locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Houston, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
The Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Houston to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hermann Park.
Complete your Houston trip with a car rental
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