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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai from £306

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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MAA
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from London Gatwick to Chennai are usually found in April or September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£485

One-way from

£306

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£1,047
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/3-24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 05m total
  • London to Chennai
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2/1
  • 2/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 15m total
  • London to Chennai
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High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 6% 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 19 December 2024.

Tue 31/1206:35LGW - MAA
3 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/106:00MAA - LGW
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£525
Tue 31/1213:35LGW - MAA
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Tue 21/121:40MAA - LGW
1 stop19h 30mEmirates
Deal found 17/12£639
Tue 31/1208:40LGW - MAA
1 stop12h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 20/103:30MAA - LGW
1 stop14h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/12£777
Mon 30/1206:00LGW - MAA
2 stops26h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 19/120:45MAA - LGW
2 stops24h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/12£908
Sat 28/1205:55LGW - MAA
2 stops24h 30mIndiGo
Wed 15/123:00MAA - LGW
2 stops28h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 17/12£977
Mon 23/1210:00LGW - MAA
1 stop16h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 29/1203:00MAA - LGW
1 stop32h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12£1,357

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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 4/3

08:40-01:55

1 stop11h 45m

Chennai

Mon 24/3

03:45-12:35

1 stop14h 20m

£485

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Thu 9/1

06:35-16:00

2 stops27h 55m

Chennai

Fri 31/1

23:00-22:35

2 stops29h 05m

£487

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Thu 30/1

09:40-08:15

1 stop17h 05m

Chennai

Wed 19/2

21:40-06:40

1 stop14h 30m

£548

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Wed 19/2

06:00-10:25

2 stops22h 55m

Chennai

Wed 5/3

23:00-16:00

2 stops22h 30m

£595

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Thu 2/1

14:05-23:50

3 stops52h 15m

£306

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Wed 15/1

20:25-20:10

1 stop18h 15m

£431

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 21/1

08:40-02:25

1 stop12h 15m

£457

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 21/1

06:00-13:55

2 stops26h 25m

£565

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Mon 13/1

10:00-08:10

1 stop16h 40m

£659

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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 13 December 2024.

Booking 89 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 £620). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). 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 19 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings 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 19 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Emirates 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,792 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,901 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
780 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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.

IndiGo
6.8
Okay
511 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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 Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £485 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and IndiGo, starting at £548 and £595 round-trip. Qatar Airways is currently priced 20% 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 Emirates, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £431. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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 £620). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). 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£395Average£461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest£399Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£421Average£480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£429Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Gulf AirCheapest£457Average£544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£474Average£526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£519Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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