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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Chennai from £173

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — MAA
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
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 24 February 2026.

Thu 9/420:30
BHX
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MAA
1 stop23h 30m
Air India
Thu 23/420:40
MAA
-
BHX
1 stop26h 45m
Air India
Deal found 23/2£410
Mon 13/420:30
BHX
-
MAA
1 stop20h 00m
Air India
Sun 26/406:00
MAA
-
BHX
1 stop17h 25m
Air India
Deal found 22/2£411
Sat 7/320:20
BHX
-
MAA
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/319:05
MAA
-
BHX
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2£433
Mon 16/313:20
BHX
-
MAA
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/301:50
MAA
-
BHX
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£483
Thu 9/412:50
BHX
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MAA
3 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/410:45
MAA
-
BHX
3 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2£486
Sun 1/312:40
BHX
-
MAA
3 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/321:40
MAA
-
BHX
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2£490
Fri 20/318:00
BHX
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MAA
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/301:50
MAA
-
BHX
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£493
Sat 14/320:20
BHX
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MAA
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/301:50
MAA
-
BHX
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£503
Mon 16/313:20
BHX
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MAA
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/301:55
MAA
-
BHX
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£510

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 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£410

One-way from

£173

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£708
Air India
  • Air India
  • 9/4-23/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 15m total
  • Birmingham to Chennai
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7/3
  • 7/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Birmingham to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£20 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 24 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Chennai that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Fri 20/3

18:00-08:10

2 stops32h 40m

Chennai

Thu 26/3

01:50-12:35

1 stop16h 15m

£493

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Sun 14/6

13:20-07:25

2 stops37h 35m

Chennai

Tue 8/9

01:55-17:35

1 stop20h 10m

£730

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Fri 20/3

06:05-00:05

1 stop12h 30m

Chennai

Thu 26/3

01:50-12:35

1 stop16h 15m

£745

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Mon 9/3

13:40-20:10

1 stop25h 00m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

21:45-11:40

1 stop19h 25m

£763

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Fri 13/3

13:45-13:30

2 stops18h 15m

Chennai

Fri 27/3

07:20-22:45

2 stops20h 55m

£902

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Tue 21/7

10:00-14:05

2 stops23h 35m

Chennai

Mon 31/8

20:10-19:45

2 stops28h 05m

£919

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Mon 16/3

13:20-06:30

2 stops35h 40m

Chennai

Sun 29/3

15:30-21:25

2 stops34h 25m

£974

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Mon 9/3

13:20-06:30

2 stops35h 40m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

07:20-22:55

2 stops21h 05m

£1,054

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Fri 17/7

15:10-02:40

1 stop31h 00m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

03:55-06:40

1 stop31h 15m

£1,114

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Tue 21/7

17:55-00:10

2 stops25h 45m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

01:55-17:40

1 stop20h 15m

£1,158

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Birmingham to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Birmingham to Chennai is 82 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 £381). Flying from Birmingham to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £541). 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.

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 24 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andAir France 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
3,533 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,742 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,537 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,808 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,968 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,533 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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?

    Lufthansa, Emirates, and Oman Air can get you from Birmingham to Chennai in just under 12h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 30m. 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 France is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at £402. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Air India, with the lowest prices starting at £481 and £488, respectively. Air France is currently priced 47% 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 Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £231. IndiGo flights start at £300 while deals on Qatar Airways start at £395 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 £381). Flying from Birmingham to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £541). 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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Fly from Birmingham to Chennai on these airlines

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Top 7 airlines flying from Birmingham to Chennai

Discover the top 7 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 24 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£402Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£481Average£914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest£488Average£633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£503Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IndiGoCheapest£529Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£637Average£716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£661Average£844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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