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Flights to Chennai in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Chennai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 August 2026.

Wed 21/1015:30
STN
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MAA
2 stops18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/1105:35
MAA
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STN
3 stops43h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7£486
Wed 28/1008:15
LGW
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MAA
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/1103:40
MAA
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LGW
1 stop33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7£487
Sat 10/1010:00
LHR
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MAA
1 stop30h 20m
Gulf Air
Thu 12/1105:35
MAA
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LHR
1 stop14h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 31/7£487
Thu 3/910:15
LGW
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MAA
1 stop12h 40m
Air Arabia
Sat 19/904:05
MAA
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LGW
1 stop33h 10m
Air Arabia
Deal found 29/7£487
Thu 24/909:30
LTN
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MAA
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1020:10
MAA
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LTN
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7£487
Fri 11/920:10
LHR
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MAA
1 stop20h 50m
IndiGo
Fri 18/912:45
MAA
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LHR
1 stop33h 30m
IndiGo
Deal found 28/7£487
Tue 15/910:05
LGW
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MAA
1 stop12h 50m
Air Arabia
Tue 22/904:05
MAA
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LGW
1 stop19h 00m
Air Arabia
Deal found 1/8£488
Thu 3/914:45
LHR
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MAA
2 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/906:45
MAA
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LHR
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7£488
Fri 28/813:30
LGW
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MAA
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/916:40
MAA
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LGW
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7£489
Wed 11/1107:45
LTN
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MAA
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/107:20
MAA
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LTN
3 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7£489
Fri 11/914:45
LHR
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MAA
2 stops18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/916:00
MAA
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LHR
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7£489
Sun 13/919:35
LGW
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MAA
1 stop27h 20m
Air Arabia
Mon 28/904:05
MAA
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LGW
1 stop19h 00m
Air Arabia
Deal found 28/7£490

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Find the latest flights to Chennai in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 1 August 2026.

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£486

One-way from

£279

Popular in

December

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Average price

£700

Good round-trip deal

£612 or less

Good one-way deal

£639 or less
21/10-12/11
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  • 5 total stops
  • 61h 55m total
  • London to Chennai
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  • 34h 45m total
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LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 13/9

14:45-20:10

1 stop24h 55m

Chennai

Thu 17/9

15:40-15:05

1 stop27h 55m

£487

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Fri 28/8

07:05-10:20

2 stops22h 45m

Chennai

Sun 6/9

16:40-21:45

2 stops33h 35m

£504

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sat 12/9

09:00-14:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chennai

Sat 19/9

10:15-00:30

2 stops18h 45m

£504

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Wed 23/9

09:00-02:40

1 stop13h 10m

Chennai

Tue 27/10

03:25-05:55

1 stop32h 00m

£513

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Thu 10/9

06:00-02:50

2 stops16h 20m

Chennai

Thu 17/9

06:00-21:50

2 stops20h 20m

£519

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Mon 14/9

16:10-15:05

2 stops18h 25m

Chennai

Mon 21/9

10:15-21:45

2 stops16h 00m

£519

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Wed 28/10

08:40-02:20

1 stop12h 10m

Chennai

Tue 10/11

03:25-05:55

1 stop32h 00m

£522

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Thu 20/8

07:05-13:45

2 stops26h 10m

Chennai

Sun 6/9

22:30-21:45

2 stops27h 45m

£525

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 25/8

22:10-20:50

1 stop18h 10m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

08:55-20:20

1 stop15h 55m

£525

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Sat 29/8

09:00-03:05

1 stop13h 35m

Chennai

Wed 30/9

04:20-06:40

1 stop30h 50m

£527

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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 14 hours 24 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, Air India and British Airways.

Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From £412
British Airways
British Airways
From £433
Air India
Air India
From £363
Emirates
Emirates
From £371

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

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 28 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 1 August 2026.
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
3,641 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,641 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
1,499 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
7.2
Good
239 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
8,136 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
2,954 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,641 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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, Kuwait Airways 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 £30, while return flights cost around £73.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around £75, however they can be found for as little as £73.

  • 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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