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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai from £263

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 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 January 2026.

Tue 24/212:45
EDI
-
MAA
3 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/303:40
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1£415
Fri 20/210:15
LGW
-
MAA
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/303:40
MAA
-
LGW
1 stop31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£421
Fri 27/212:45
STN
-
MAA
3 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/305:25
MAA
-
STN
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1£421
Sat 21/221:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop16h 15m
Air India
Sun 8/317:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 55m
Air India
Deal found 25/1£421
Sun 1/205:55
STN
-
MAA
3 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/219:05
MAA
-
STN
3 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£421
Tue 10/308:45
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 40m
Air India
Fri 3/409:00
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop15h 50m
Air India
Deal found 25/1£421
Wed 11/206:30
STN
-
MAA
3 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/323:15
MAA
-
STN
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£422
Sat 28/221:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop16h 15m
Air India
Sun 8/317:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 55m
Air India
Deal found 25/1£422
Wed 28/115:50
STN
-
MAA
2 stops17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/202:30
MAA
-
STN
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£423
Fri 6/318:10
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop17h 45m
IndiGo
Sat 21/307:15
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 25/1£423
Tue 3/207:15
STN
-
MAA
3 stops21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/218:10
MAA
-
STN
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£423
Fri 6/319:50
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop15h 00m
IndiGo
Sun 22/307:15
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 26/1£423

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£415

One-way from

£263

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£508

Good round-trip deal

£522 or less

Good one-way deal

£657 or less
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  • 24/2-2/3
  • 5 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • United Kingdom to Chennai
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14/3
  • 14/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 27 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

United Kingdom

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/2

12:45-03:05

3 stops32h 50m

Chennai

Tue 3/3

07:15-10:30

3 stops32h 45m

£418

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 14/3

21:05-18:50

1 stop16h 15m

Chennai

Sat 21/3

07:55-19:30

1 stop17h 05m

£430

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sat 21/2

06:00-13:55

3 stops26h 25m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

00:35-19:15

2 stops24h 10m

£432

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Fri 6/3

16:25-04:10

2 stops30h 15m

Chennai

Sun 22/3

13:05-23:10

3 stops39h 35m

£436

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Mon 23/2

08:05-04:10

2 stops38h 35m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

21:45-12:05

1 stop19h 50m

£439

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Wed 25/2

14:00-03:05

2 stops31h 35m

Chennai

Sat 14/3

16:10-09:45

2 stops23h 05m

£440

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Wed 4/3

10:35-04:45

1 stop12h 40m

Chennai

Sat 14/3

21:25-06:20

1 stop14h 25m

£440

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Wed 25/2

10:35-04:45

1 stop12h 40m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

05:35-06:30

1 stop30h 25m

£440

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Sun 8/3

10:35-04:45

1 stop12h 40m

Chennai

Thu 19/3

05:35-06:20

1 stop30h 15m

£440

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 13/3

18:10-15:20

1 stop15h 40m

Chennai

Fri 20/3

05:55-16:10

1 stop15h 45m

£442

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Chennai

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai (average of £325). Flying from United Kingdom to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £483). 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 GB to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 27 January 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 27 January 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom 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 27 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andGulf Air from the United Kingdom 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,377 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
224 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,702 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,976 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,488 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from United Kingdom?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from United Kingdom. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Chennai?

    A quick flight from United Kingdom to Chennai can take about 12h 40m. Air India provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £440. 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 to fly from United Kingdom to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Chennai are Air India (£200), Etihad Airways (£236), and Gulf Air (£246).

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Chennai?

    When deciding which route to take from United Kingdom to Chennai consider London Heathrow - Chennai, London Stansted - Chennai or London Gatwick - Chennai as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Chennai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from United Kingdom to Chennai? While on average our users pay £662, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £440. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Chennai), is priced around £391.

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

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Chennai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai (average of £325). Flying from United Kingdom to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £483). 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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Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£159Average£514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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SWISSCheapest£208Average£741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£348Average£476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapest£358Average£504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air IndiaCheapest£363Average£547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£402Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£419Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IndiGoCheapest£419Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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British AirwaysCheapest£432Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£433Average£595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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