Cheap flights from Manchester to Chennai from £271

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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — MAA
22 janv. — 29 janv.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manchester to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 décembre 2025.

sam. 27/1219:00MAN - MAA
2 stops49h 50mMultiple Airlines
ven. 23/110:00MAA - MAN
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12£657
jeu. 25/1221:30MAN - MAA
1 stop23h 20mQatar Airways
sam. 24/103:25MAA - MAN
1 stop14h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/12£660
jeu. 25/1211:40MAN - MAA
1 stop15h 15mIndiGo
dim. 18/121:05MAA - MAN
1 stop17h 55mIndiGo
Deal found 22/12£662
ven. 26/1211:15MAN - MAA
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
mer. 28/108:05MAA - MAN
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12£677
jeu. 25/1221:30MAN - MAA
1 stop23h 20mQatar Airways
mer. 21/103:25MAA - MAN
1 stop14h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/12£680
ven. 26/1211:15MAN - MAA
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
dim. 25/106:55MAA - MAN
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12£680
sam. 27/1211:15MAN - MAA
1 stop17h 05mIndiGo
dim. 25/121:05MAA - MAN
1 stop17h 55mIndiGo
Deal found 22/12£689
jeu. 25/1211:40MAN - MAA
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
sam. 24/116:10MAA - MAN
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12£694
dim. 28/1211:15MAN - MAA
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/119:30MAA - MAN
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12£695
jeu. 25/1221:30MAN - MAA
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
dim. 18/115:45MAA - MAN
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12£697

Find flight deals from Manchester to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 23 décembre 2025.

Round-trip from

£481

One-way from

£271

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£869
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 15/4-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 30m total
  • Manchester to Chennai
6/1
  • 6/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • Manchester to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£24 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Manchester 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 23 décembre 2025.
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Manchester

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Chennai

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Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

mar. 6/1

14:15-03:05

2 stops31h 20m

Chennai

lun. 19/1

16:10-12:15

1 stop25h 35m

£485

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

ven. 13/2

07:45-13:55

3 stops24h 40m

Chennai

sam. 28/2

21:05-21:50

2 stops30h 15m

£488

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

mer. 4/2

11:35-04:10

3 stops35h 05m

Chennai

sam. 4/4

20:40-23:45

2 stops31h 35m

£491

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

jeu. 5/3

11:30-04:10

3 stops35h 10m

Chennai

sam. 2/5

10:05-07:15

3 stops25h 40m

£500

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

jeu. 22/1

07:40-13:55

3 stops24h 45m

Chennai

dim. 1/2

16:45-09:30

2 stops22h 15m

£502

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

dim. 11/1

11:40-10:20

1 stop17h 10m

Chennai

lun. 19/1

16:10-12:15

1 stop25h 35m

£513

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

sam. 14/2

22:15-12:10

3 stops32h 25m

Chennai

sam. 28/2

21:05-21:50

2 stops30h 15m

£515

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

sam. 18/4

21:40-03:00

1 stop24h 50m

Chennai

dim. 17/5

03:55-06:30

1 stop31h 05m

£516

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

sam. 18/4

18:40-08:45

2 stops33h 35m

Chennai

lun. 18/5

18:00-08:15

2 stops18h 45m

£529

ManchesterChennai

MAN - MAA

MANMAA

Manchester

lun. 2/3

19:55-15:10

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

mer. 4/3

03:55-12:15

1 stop13h 50m

£529

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Manchester to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Chennai (average of £424). Flying from Manchester to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £547). 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 MAN to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 23 décembre 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to Chennai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester 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.

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 23 décembre 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Manchester to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Manchester to Chennai flights?

    If you are looking for a flight to Chennai from Manchester, your flight will always depart from the main airport of Manchester: Manchester Airport (MAN). This airport sees flights arrive and depart from all around the world via some of the leading airlines on the market. Chennai’s main airport, and the airport that your flight will always arrive at, is Chennai International Airport (MAA). This international airport is also highly popular and one of the top choices for departures and arrivals across the world. Expect that your flight to Chennai to require stopovers. You will have the choice of either one or two stopovers and a variety of stopover locations to choose from.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Manchester to Chennai?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights from Manchester to Chennai. Although there are no direct flights available, there are frequent flights that require one or two stopovers. Passengers who are flying to Chennai from Manchester will find a variety of popular airlines that fly the route between the two locations. These popular airlines include British Airways, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, KLM, Virgin Atlantic, along with many others. Your flight will always depart from Manchester Airport (MAN) and arrive at the main airport of Chennai, also known as Chennai International Airport (MAA). The flight time duration between these two locations can differ. It's also dependent on when and what time you fly.

  • What are the stopover options between Manchester to Chennai?

    The flight to Chennai from Manchester is gifted with a variety of popular stopover locations. Just some of these popular locations include Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH), Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), as well as many others. The stopover location is commonly dependent on your chosen airline. You will also find that no matter what your stopover location is, it will always influence your flight time duration. Your flights will always depart from Manchester Airport (MAN) and arrive at Chennai International Airport (MAA).

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Manchester to Chennai?

    Passengers who are flying to Chennai from Manchester will need both a valid visa and a valid passport. Your visa must be purchased before you enter Chennai and they range in their types. If you require a business visa for a duration of 12 months, you can expect it to cost $160 (£113.53). Alternatively, a conference visa costs $100 (£70.98) for three months and a student visa also costs the same for a duration of five years. Your passport must be valid throughout your stay. It must also be valid for an additional 180 days.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Manchester to Chennai round-trip from £426. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from £442, and Gulf Air, from £456. IndiGo is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Manchester to Chennai are Qatar Airways (£253), Etihad Airways (£257), and IndiGo (£258).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester 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 currently the most popular points of interest in Abu Dhabi at the moment. Those on a stopover in Abu Dhabi interested in visiting Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, or Emirates Park Zoo can do so by traveling 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 £20 per day.

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

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Burj Al Arab more than any other notable places. Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Burj Al Arab are located about 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about £19.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester 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 Manchester to Chennai?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Chennai (average of £424). Flying from Manchester to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £547). 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 7 airlines flying from Manchester to Chennai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest£426Average£535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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LufthansaCheapest£442Average£547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Gulf AirCheapest£458Average£539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£478Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£482Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£502Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£534Average£682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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