Cheap flights from London to Chennai from £220

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MAA
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 21 November 2025.

Mon 24/1114:00LTN - MAA
3 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1117:00MAA - LTN
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£422
Thu 4/1210:20STN - MAA
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1217:00MAA - STN
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£424
Mon 24/1113:55LHR - MAA
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1218:00MAA - LHR
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£424
Fri 21/1113:10LGW - MAA
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1219:25MAA - LGW
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£425
Mon 24/1113:55LHR - MAA
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1218:00MAA - LHR
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£425
Thu 20/1114:00LTN - MAA
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1100:15MAA - LTN
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£426
Fri 21/1115:50STN - MAA
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1200:15MAA - STN
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£427
Thu 27/1107:40LTN - MAA
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:15MAA - LTN
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£427
Mon 24/1120:55LHR - MAA
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1209:50MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£429
Sat 6/1213:55LGW - MAA
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1221:25MAA - LGW
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£430
Fri 21/1110:35LGW - MAA
1 stop28h 35mGulf Air
Thu 14/506:00MAA - LGW
1 stop29h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 20/11£431
Thu 20/1117:25STN - MAA
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1120:30MAA - STN
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£431

Cheap 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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£422

One-way from

£220

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£508

Good round-trip deal

£605 or less

Good one-way deal

£610 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 20/1-3/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 30m total
  • London to Chennai
1/12
  • 1/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • London to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£33 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sat 6/12

14:00-23:35

3 stops28h 05m

Chennai

Thu 11/12

00:15-07:45

3 stops37h 00m

£422

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Wed 7/1

05:45-04:10

2 stops16h 55m

Chennai

Wed 21/1

21:10-19:15

2 stops27h 35m

£423

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sun 25/1

21:45-04:10

2 stops24h 55m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

00:15-19:05

2 stops24h 20m

£425

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Mon 12/1

14:00-04:45

3 stops33h 15m

Chennai

Tue 27/1

21:05-23:10

2 stops31h 35m

£428

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Mon 12/1

14:00-04:45

3 stops33h 15m

Chennai

Mon 26/1

12:55-19:00

2 stops35h 35m

£436

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sat 10/1

21:50-08:55

3 stops29h 35m

Chennai

Sun 25/1

12:25-23:10

3 stops40h 15m

£443

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Wed 14/1

05:45-10:10

2 stops22h 55m

Chennai

Wed 28/1

20:30-19:15

2 stops28h 15m

£443

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Wed 7/1

05:55-15:40

3 stops28h 15m

Chennai

Tue 20/1

03:50-12:05

1 stop13h 45m

£444

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Fri 6/2

10:35-20:40

1 stop28h 35m

Chennai

Tue 17/2

05:35-06:30

1 stop30h 25m

£450

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Mon 19/1

09:00-02:30

1 stop12h 00m

Chennai

Sun 1/2

03:25-05:55

1 stop32h 00m

£480

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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 14 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Chennai is 60 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 £342). Flying from London to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £518). 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 21 November 2025.

When flying from London to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from London to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Chennai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

The most flights from LON to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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.

Mumbai (BOM) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £416.

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 24% of weekly flights between London and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 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?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday 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 24% 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 21 November 2025.
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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • 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 13 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from London to Chennai?

    For as low as £480, Gulf Air can have you in Chennai from London in 12h. 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, Gulf Air (£365), Air India (£383), and Air France (£414) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Chennai. Users have found that Gulf Air is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 £808, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £513. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), you can expect to pay £383 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, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, 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, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo can be visited by traveling about 20.8 mi, 11.2 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 £22 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 Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. Those on a layover in New Delhi interested in visiting Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, or Gurudwara Bangla Sahib can do so by travelling 8.7 mi, 8.7 mi, and 8.2 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 £66 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Mumbai?

    Gateway of India, Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum, and Sanjay Gandhi National Park are the most popular attractions in Mumbai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Gateway of India, Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum and Sanjay Gandhi National Park are located about 11.7 mi, 7.9 mi, and 9.3 mi, respectively from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl for about £34 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 £342). Flying from London to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £518). 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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Gulf AirCheapest£365Average£474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapest£414Average£682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£416Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£447Average£624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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IndiGoCheapest£459Average£718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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