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£273+ Cheap flights to Chennai

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3 Nov — 10 Nov1
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Flights to Chennai in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Chennai

Sat 10/1009:45 -
1 stop13h 10m
Wed 4/1103:40 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 3/10£442
Mon 12/1020:50 -
1 stop30h 05m
Tue 27/1007:10 -
1 stop16h 45m
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Sat 7/1116:40 -
1 stop28h 50m
Sat 28/1103:40 -
1 stop17h 25m
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Fri 30/1015:40 -
2 stops23h 30m
Tue 3/1121:50 -
2 stops24h 35m
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Sun 29/1108:25 -
1 stop16h 30m
Fri 4/1207:10 -
1 stop16h 45m
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Sat 31/1016:40 -
1 stop28h 50m
Fri 13/1103:40 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 30/9£443
Sun 8/1108:20 -
3 stops25h 15m
Sun 15/1117:25 -
3 stops22h 10m
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Wed 30/910:00 -
1 stop12h 55m
Wed 7/1004:05 -
1 stop19h 00m
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Sat 3/1008:25 -
1 stop25h 45m
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1 stop15h 25m
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Sat 31/1008:45 -
1 stop12h 45m
Tue 10/1103:40 -
1 stop17h 25m
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Tue 6/1014:40 -
3 stops23h 30m
Tue 3/1121:50 -
2 stops24h 35m
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Tue 6/1012:30 -
1 stop23h 10m
Tue 3/1113:10 -
1 stop35h 50m
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Return from

£442

One-way from

£273

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£543

Good round-trip deal

£606 or less

Good one-way deal

£510 or less
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  • 46h 15m total
  • London to Chennai
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  • 21/10-31/12
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  • 30h 05m total
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LondonChennai

LTN London Luton - MAA Chennai

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sun 6/12

15:05-11:55

3 stops39h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£275

LondonChennai

SEN London Southend - MAA Chennai

SENMAA

London Southend

Sun 15/11

17:15-10:05

3 stops35h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£276

LondonChennai

LTN London Luton - MAA Chennai

LTNMAA

London Luton

Wed 7/10

07:00-10:25

3 stops22h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£277

LondonChennai

LTN London Luton - MAA Chennai

LTNMAA

London Luton

Mon 26/10

13:50-10:00

3 stops38h 40m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£282

LondonChennai

LTN London Luton - MAA Chennai

LTNMAA

London Luton

Tue 8/12

08:05-08:05

2 stops42h 30m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£283

LondonChennai

LTN London Luton - MAA Chennai

LTNMAA

London Luton

Tue 27/10

08:10-08:05

2 stops18h 25m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£286

LondonChennai

LGW London Gatwick - MAA Chennai

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Wed 7/10

19:35-03:25

1 stop27h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£288

LondonChennai

LGW London Gatwick - MAA Chennai

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Thu 8/10

19:35-03:25

1 stop27h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£289

LondonChennai

LTN London Luton - MAA Chennai

LTNMAA

London Luton

Tue 13/10

06:35-03:10

2 stops16h 05m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£289

LondonChennai

STN London Stansted - MAA Chennai

STNMAA

London Stansted

Fri 9/10

15:40-20:25

3 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-19:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£292

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Chennai

How long is the flight to Chennai?

On average, a flight from London to Chennai takes 13 hours 27 minutes. Flights to Chennai from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Chennai

The most flights from London to Chennai are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chennai?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Chennai are Etihad Airways, British Airways and Air India.

Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From £416
British Airways
British Airways
From £459
Gulf Air
Gulf Air
From £325
Emirates
Emirates
From £370

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chennai?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Chennai are Kuwait Airways, SWISS and Gulf Air.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Chennai?

The best time to book flights to Chennai is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Etihad Airways, andGulf Air to India to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,538 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
Gulf Air
7.3
Good
246 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,244 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,919 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?

FAQs about flying to Chennai

Getting around Chennai

Trains are a reliable and convenient way to travel around the city and can be a preferred option over taxis as roads are quite congested. There are two main long distance trains that connect Chennai to the nearby cities of Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore. Make sure you book your train tickets in advance if you are planning to visit any of them. The suburban network train service travels across the city. Buses are another option and ideal when travelling to Marina Beach.

Getting downtown

Flights to Chennai will take you to Chennai International Airport (MAA) which is located across the areas of Tirusulam, Meenambakkam and Pallavaram, around 10 miles (16 km) south-west of the city centre. Most travellers catch prepaid taxis to the city. Tirusulam train station is also located nearby, opposite the airport. Suburban trains from this station take passengers to Egmore in the city centre. The journey time is around 40 minutes in duration.

There are also bus services to the city, however the bus stops are located a considerable distance away from new airport terminals. You can also book airport transfers online in advance. Rental car desks are also situated throughout the airport.

Chennai airport overview

India’s third-biggest airport, Chennai International Airport is a wonderful access-point for travellers looking to explore India’s incredible southern states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka and Goa.

Flights to Chennai International are handled by a wealth of airlines, providing convenient connections to a wide array of both Indian and international destinations. For travellers flying into India from the east, it is definitely worth checking out Chennai flights, as they are often much cheaper than flights to Mumbai or Delhi.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai?

    If you book a flight to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 10.2 mi from the center of Chennai. Booking flights from London to Chennai should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights from 15 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chennai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chennai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chennai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chennai.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai?

    Chennai is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai. One-way flights to Chennai typically cost £29, while return flights cost around £36.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around £210, however they can be found for as little as £36.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Chennai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Chennai, London offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Chennai have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chennai can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chennai?

    Yes. Chennai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Laurent & Benon Premium Service Apartment - Gst Road is the closest property to Chennai (0.0 mi away from Chennai).

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