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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai from £253

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MAA
23 Okt — 30 Okt1
1 adult

The best prices from London Gatwick to Chennai are usually found in April or September, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) 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 18 Oktober 2024.

Round-trip from

£391

One-way from

£253

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April
7/1-28/1
  • 7/1-28/1
  • 5 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • London to Chennai
23/10
  • 23/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 15m total
  • London to Chennai
High demand for flights, 40% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 Oktober 2024.

Di 5/1106:35LGW - MAA
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Do 21/1111:10MAA - LGW
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10£461
Do 14/1108:40LGW - MAA
1 stop12h 15mQatar Airways
Do 28/1103:30MAA - LGW
1 stop14h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/10£462
Mo 18/1120:35LGW - MAA
1 stop13h 05mAir India
Mo 25/1121:10MAA - LGW
2 stops26h 50mAir India
Deal found 17/10£467
Sa 16/1109:40LGW - MAA
1 stop17h 05mEmirates
So 17/1103:45MAA - LGW
1 stop20h 10mEmirates
Deal found 17/10£552
Mi 6/1110:15LGW - MAA
2 stops24h 15mIndiGo
Di 19/1123:15MAA - LGW
2 stops27h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 17/10£688

Find flights from Gatwick to Chennai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick 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 1,032,784 searches. Data last updated 18 Oktober 2024.

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£391 - £532

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London GatwickChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Di 7/1

3 stops36h 50m

Chennai

Di 28/1

2 stops20h 25m

£391

London GatwickChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

So 12/1

2 stops21h 40m

Chennai

Di 28/1

1 stop13h 25m

£404

London GatwickChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Di 19/11

1 stop12h 15m

Chennai

Mi 27/11

1 stop32h 05m

£445

London GatwickChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

So 2/3

2 stops23h 05m

Chennai

So 16/3

2 stops28h 30m

£453

London GatwickChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Do 7/11

1 stop13h 10m

Chennai

Mo 18/11

1 stop13h 25m

£532

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Deals found on 17/10

Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Gatwick to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 11 October 2024.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai (average of £621). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £852). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 Oktober 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 13 October 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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).

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 18 Oktober 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Air India, Qatar Airways and IndiGo from London to Chennai have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.6
Good
3,924 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
748 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.4
Good
3,856 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.3
Good
785 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from London Gatwick?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from London Gatwick. On average, Chennai has 0 inbound flights from London Gatwick per day from 7 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai is Air India. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £404 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and IndiGo, starting at £445 and £453 round-trip. Air India is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air India, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £302. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai (average of £621). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £852). 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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LufthansaCheapest£385Average£475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest£388Average£495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£411Average£467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Gulf AirCheapest£449Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£464Average£518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£505Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£513Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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