Cheap flights from London to Chennai from £244

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MAA
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Chennai are usually found in September or November, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from London to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 March 2026.

Fri 8/520:10
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop16h 30m
IndiGo
Fri 5/602:45
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop19h 30m
IndiGo
Deal found 6/3£424
Sat 7/313:30
STN
-
MAA
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/309:50
MAA
-
STN
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£426
Wed 22/421:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/503:25
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3£426
Sun 19/421:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 05m
Air India
Wed 13/521:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop18h 50m
Air India
Deal found 4/3£426
Fri 17/418:40
LGW
-
MAA
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/417:45
MAA
-
LGW
1 stop29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3£427
Tue 21/421:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 05m
Air India
Fri 8/510:45
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 05m
Air India
Deal found 4/3£427
Wed 15/421:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/407:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3£428
Sat 7/311:45
STN
-
MAA
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/303:50
MAA
-
STN
1 stop13h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£429
Tue 21/421:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 05m
Air India
Fri 15/510:45
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 05m
Air India
Deal found 3/3£429
Wed 13/514:55
STN
-
MAA
1 stop12h 40m
Emirates
Sat 23/509:50
MAA
-
STN
1 stop13h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 1/3£429
Mon 16/321:30
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop19h 10m
IndiGo
Thu 19/320:30
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop26h 45m
IndiGo
Deal found 2/3£429
Sun 22/306:00
STN
-
MAA
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/322:05
MAA
-
STN
1 stop19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£430

Find flight deals from London to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£424

One-way from

£244

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£517

Good round-trip deal

£595 or less

Good one-way deal

£596 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 1/5-7/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 35m total
  • London to Chennai
17/4
  • 17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • London to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£63 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Chennai.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to Chennai.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 6 March 2026.
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Return

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LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Tue 14/4

07:05-08:40

3 stops21h 05m

Chennai

Tue 28/4

10:15-09:45

2 stops28h 00m

£438

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Sun 19/4

10:40-05:20

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Sat 23/5

21:35-06:55

1 stop13h 50m

£464

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 5/5

19:35-03:25

1 stop27h 20m

Chennai

Tue 19/5

04:05-08:45

1 stop33h 10m

£464

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Fri 12/6

19:35-03:25

1 stop27h 20m

Chennai

Mon 6/7

04:05-08:45

1 stop33h 10m

£466

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Mon 20/4

09:00-02:40

1 stop13h 10m

Chennai

Sun 17/5

03:55-13:25

1 stop14h 00m

£475

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 9/6

09:00-02:40

1 stop13h 10m

Chennai

Tue 16/6

03:55-06:40

1 stop31h 15m

£490

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

19:35-03:25

1 stop27h 20m

Chennai

Sun 7/6

04:05-09:00

1 stop33h 25m

£493

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 12/5

09:00-02:50

1 stop13h 20m

Chennai

Wed 27/5

04:20-13:25

1 stop13h 35m

£495

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 23/4

08:05-02:50

1 stop14h 15m

Chennai

Sun 10/5

05:35-12:10

Nonstop11h 05m

£502

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 1/5

06:30-08:40

2 stops21h 40m

Chennai

Sun 24/5

21:25-10:45

2 stops17h 50m

£513

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Best time to book a flight from London to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from London to Chennai is 80 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 London to Chennai?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chennai (average of £333). Flying from London to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £491). 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 LON to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 6 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London to Chennai as you normally would.

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Chennai?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% of one-stop itineraries from London to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Chennai?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Manama (BAH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £426.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Chennai?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 10m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Chennai?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 10m.

How often are flights from London to Chennai delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between London and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 133 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Chennai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Chennai flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

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 6 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andGulf Air from London to Chennai. 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.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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?

    Located just 10.2 mi from the city center, Chennai is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from London. Booking flights from London to Chennai (MAA) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily inbound flight from London from 15 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from London to Chennai?

    For as low as £464, Gulf Air can have you in Chennai from London in 14h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5101 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Kuwait Airways (£161), SWISS (£213), and Gulf Air (£356) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Chennai. Users have found that Kuwait Airways is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Gulf Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £199. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air India and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from London to Chennai for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Chennai?

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from London to Chennai is generally £885, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £510. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), you can expect to pay £359 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Chennai?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, and Emirates Park Zoo are the most popular attractions in Abu Dhabi if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, and Emirates Park Zoo can be visited by traveling about 20.8 mi, 21.1 mi, and 7.9 mi respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Abu Dhabi can hire one for about £19 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in New Delhi?

    If you're on a stopover in New Delhi and looking for things to do, consider visiting Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, or Hauz Khas Market. Those on a layover in New Delhi interested in visiting Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, or Hauz Khas Market can do so by travelling 8.7 mi, 8.7 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Travellers can rent a car at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl for an average daily rate of £48 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Chennai flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Chennai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chennai (average of £333). Flying from London to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £491). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to Chennai?

    There are several airlines that serve the route from London to Chennai. Some of them offer direct flights, and others – flights with stopovers. A few airlines that you can choose from for sustainable travel are Vistara, Air India and Etihad Airways. Vistara strives to make a positive impact on the community it serves through minimising the negative impact on the environment and proactively using their expertise for targeted actions. They promote education and health to underprivileged children to help achieve their dreams, equip them with useful vocation skills and teach them about careers in aviation and related sectors. Air India focuses on making a positive contribution to society through sustainable programmes and implements activities to empower marginalised sections of society to create social capital. Etihad Airways are committed to preventing the illegal trade of wildlife and are taking major steps to reduce single-use plastics across their business.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from London to Chennai?

    There are a few things a passenger can focus on if they wish to travel more eco-friendly from London to Chennai. The major thing to do is pick a direct flight. The only airline that provides those is AirIndia, and their flight takes just over nine hours. There is a lot more choice for flight times and airlines on this route that include stopovers, but using only one aircraft for your journey can make a major impact on the environment. Fly wise and book your next holiday with Cheapflights.

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Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£161Average£563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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SWISSCheapest£213Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£356Average£459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest£369Average£476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£405Average£505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£418Average£509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest£424Average£518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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British AirwaysCheapest£443Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£449Average£553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Oman AirCheapest£450Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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