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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Chennai from £263

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — MAA
8 Sep — 15 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 August 2026.

Sun 13/908:30 -
2 stops31h 10m
Mon 28/906:10 -
2 stops33h 20m
Deal found 9/8£454
Tue 1/923:10 -
2 stops35h 00m
Sat 26/905:00 -
3 stops31h 35m
Deal found 5/8£497
Sun 27/908:30 -
2 stops31h 10m
Sun 11/1014:00 -
2 stops34h 50m
Deal found 7/8£507
Wed 7/1012:50 -
2 stops34h 05m
Tue 8/1203:15 -
3 stops38h 25m
Deal found 4/8£510
Wed 26/808:25 -
2 stops31h 25m
Tue 8/910:45 -
3 stops29h 05m
Deal found 8/8£530
Sat 5/912:40 -
2 stops27h 00m
Fri 11/900:55 -
3 stops28h 30m
Deal found 6/8£553

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£454

One-way from

£263

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£931
13/9-28/9
  • 13/9-28/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 30m total
  • Birmingham to Chennai
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20/8
  • 20/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 55m total
  • Birmingham to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£54 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 August 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Sun 13/9

08:30-14:40

2 stops25h 40m

Chennai

Mon 28/9

16:40-22:10

3 stops34h 00m

£502

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Sun 27/9

08:30-20:10

2 stops31h 10m

Chennai

Sun 11/10

14:00-20:20

2 stops34h 50m

£507

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Tue 15/9

05:55-08:25

2 stops22h 00m

Chennai

Sun 1/11

23:00-12:50

2 stops19h 20m

£622

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Sun 13/9

05:55-00:10

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

01:55-21:25

1 stop24h 00m

£622

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Sat 17/10

10:30-14:40

2 stops23h 40m

Chennai

Thu 29/10

07:20-22:50

2 stops21h 00m

£628
Fastest return journey

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Sun 27/9

05:55-00:10

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Sat 10/10

01:55-17:10

2 stops19h 45m

£630

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Thu 3/9

07:50-14:40

3 stops26h 20m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

10:15-21:55

2 stops16h 10m

£636

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Thu 3/9

21:30-20:55

1 stop18h 55m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

20:10-18:15

1 stop26h 35m

£722

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Wed 26/8

06:05-00:10

1 stop13h 35m

Chennai

Mon 7/9

01:55-17:25

1 stop20h 00m

£836
Cheapest one-way

BirminghamChennai

BHX Birmingham - MAA Chennai

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Fri 18/9

05:55-15:05

2 stops28h 40m

£267

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham to Chennai?

The best time to book flights from Birmingham to Chennai is 20 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to Chennai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chennai (average of £533). Flying from Birmingham to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,065). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Birmingham to Chennai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Birmingham to Chennai flights typically cost between £709 and £1,398 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £454 on Multiple Airlines (13 Sept–28 Sept).

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 9 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air France, andQatar Airways from Birmingham to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
3,648 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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 France
7.5
Good
1,639 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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?!?!?
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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?!?!?
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,176 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
2,949 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,648 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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?!?!?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham to Chennai?

    KLM and Lufthansa can get you from Birmingham to Chennai in just under 13h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 15m. The distance from Birmingham to Chennai is about 5166 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham to Chennai round-trip?

    Flying on Air India is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at £374. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air France and IndiGo, with the lowest prices starting at £402 and £491, respectively. Air India is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Birmingham to Chennai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with IndiGo, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £295. Qatar Airways flights start at £332 while deals on Emirates start at £448 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Birmingham to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Birmingham to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham to Chennai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Chennai (average of £533). Flying from Birmingham to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,065). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Birmingham to Chennai

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest£374Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£402Average£472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest£491Average£648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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LufthansaCheapest£491Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£533Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£699Average£917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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