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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MAA
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from London to Chennai are usually found in September or May, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday
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 23 January 2025.
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 23 January 2025.
Thu 6/306:35LGW - MAA
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/321:00MAA - LGW
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£474
Wed 19/205:55STN - MAA
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/203:50MAA - STN
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£474
Tue 18/313:55LHR - MAA
1 stop24h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 1/404:10MAA - LHR
1 stop15h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/1£474
Tue 28/122:40LTN - MAA
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/205:00MAA - LTN
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£474
Tue 4/321:05LHR - MAA
1 stop28h 25mAir India
Tue 25/311:50MAA - LHR
1 stop13h 10mAir India
Deal found 22/1£479
Fri 21/209:30LHR - MAA
1 stop29h 40mGulf Air
Sun 9/321:25MAA - LHR
1 stop22h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 22/1£482
Sun 9/207:55LHR - MAA
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/307:20MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£485
Wed 5/308:40LGW - MAA
1 stop11h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 26/303:45MAA - LGW
1 stop31h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/1£486
Sun 9/308:35LHR - MAA
1 stop11h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 29/303:45MAA - LHR
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/1£511
Wed 26/306:30LHR - MAA
1 stop12h 05mLufthansa
Sat 5/401:55MAA - LHR
1 stop19h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 22/1£518
Mon 10/220:15STN - MAA
1 stop24h 30mEmirates
Tue 8/404:00MAA - STN
1 stop13h 25mEmirates
Deal found 22/1£542
Thu 6/213:35LGW - MAA
1 stop13h 10mEmirates
Wed 12/221:40MAA - LGW
1 stop14h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/1£544
Best flights from London to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from London to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 January 2025.
Thu 6/306:35LGW - MAA
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/321:00MAA - LGW
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£474
Tue 18/313:55LHR - MAA
1 stop19h 30mEtihad Airways
Wed 2/404:10MAA - LHR
1 stop15h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/1£474
Tue 4/321:05LHR - MAA
1 stop28h 25mAir India
Tue 25/311:50MAA - LHR
1 stop13h 10mAir India
Deal found 22/1£479
Fri 21/209:30LHR - MAA
1 stop29h 40mGulf Air
Sun 9/321:25MAA - LHR
1 stop22h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 22/1£482
Wed 5/308:40LGW - MAA
1 stop11h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 26/303:45MAA - LGW
1 stop31h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/1£486
Wed 26/306:30LHR - MAA
1 stop12h 05mLufthansa
Sat 5/401:55MAA - LHR
1 stop19h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 22/1£518
Mon 10/220:15STN - MAA
1 stop24h 30mEmirates
Tue 8/404:00MAA - STN
1 stop13h 25mEmirates
Deal found 22/1£542
Mon 27/120:05LHR - MAA
1 stop11h 55mOman Air
Thu 30/107:20MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mOman Air
Deal found 22/1£545
Wed 5/314:10LHR - MAA
Nonstop9h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 27/307:35MAA - LHR
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/1£600
Sat 22/305:55LGW - MAA
2 stops23h 00mIndiGo
Fri 11/423:05MAA - LGW
2 stops27h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 22/1£615
Tue 4/307:45LCY - MAA
2 stops22h 40mKLM
Tue 25/320:30MAA - LCY
2 stops18h 30mKLM
Deal found 22/1£936
Wed 19/205:55STN - MAA
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/203:50MAA - STN
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£474
Direct flights from London to Chennai
Explore direct flight options from London to Chennai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 23 January 2025.
Tue 4/314:10LHR - MAA
Nonstop9h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 14/307:35MAA - LHR
Nonstop11h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/1£568
Last-minute flights from London to Chennai
Discover last-minute flight deals from London to Chennai. Data last updated 23 January 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 27/106:35LGW - MAA
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/214:35MAA - LGW
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£476
Mon 27/120:05LHR - MAA
1 stop11h 55mOman Air
Thu 30/107:20MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mOman Air
Deal found 22/1£545
Tue 28/122:40LTN - MAA
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/205:00MAA - LTN
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£474
Tue 28/113:55LHR - MAA
1 stop24h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/203:50MAA - LHR
1 stop32h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/1£477
Tue 28/109:30LHR - MAA
1 stop13h 45mGulf Air
Sun 23/321:25MAA - LHR
1 stop22h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 22/1£500
Tue 28/120:00LHR - MAA
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/315:00MAA - LHR
1 stop32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£505
Tue 28/120:15STN - MAA
1 stop24h 30mEmirates
Tue 4/203:45MAA - STN
1 stop13h 50mEmirates
Deal found 22/1£548
Tue 28/120:25LGW - MAA
1 stop18h 15mEmirates
Wed 5/221:40MAA - LGW
1 stop14h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/1£553
Tue 28/106:20LHR - MAA
2 stops20h 45mAir France
Wed 5/216:00MAA - LHR
2 stops24h 00mAir France
Deal found 22/1£634
Thu 30/110:40STN - MAA
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/219:10MAA - STN
3 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£495
Sat 1/220:20LHR - MAA
1 stop24h 25mEmirates
Wed 26/221:40MAA - LHR
1 stop15h 00mEmirates
Deal found 22/1£622
Sun 2/213:00LHR - MAA
1 stop16h 30mAir India
Fri 14/219:50MAA - LHR
1 stop20h 45mAir India
Deal found 22/1£585
One-way flights from London to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from London to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 23 January 2025.
Sun 26/119:00LHR - MAA
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£298
Fri 14/210:40STN - MAA
3 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£302
Wed 12/208:10LTN - MAA
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£302
Tue 4/320:30LHR - MAA
1 stop13h 35mAir India
Deal found 22/1£305
Wed 12/211:35LGW - MAA
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£306
Mon 10/208:35LHR - MAA
1 stop12h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/1£306
Sun 9/214:05LGW - MAA
1 stop30h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/1£321
Mon 27/111:50SEN - MAA
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£328
Mon 3/313:55LHR - MAA
1 stop19h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/1£336
Mon 10/211:35LCY - MAA
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£362
Sun 26/121:50LHR - MAA
1 stop25h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 22/1£367
Mon 10/311:30LHR - MAA
2 stops17h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 22/1£380
Find flights from London to Chennai within your budget
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 23 January 2025.
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LondonChennai
LGW - MAA
LGWMAA
London Gatwick
Thu 6/3
06:35-17:40
2 stops29h 35m
Chennai
Sun 16/3
21:00-22:10
3 stops30h 40m
£474
LondonChennai
LHR - MAA
LHRMAA
London Heathrow
Tue 18/3
13:55-20:20
1 stop24h 55m
Chennai
Tue 1/4
04:10-15:15
1 stop15h 35m
£474
LondonChennai
STN - MAA
STNMAA
London Stansted
Wed 19/2
05:55-23:10
3 stops35h 45m
Chennai
Tue 25/2
03:50-22:00
2 stops23h 40m
£474
LondonChennai
LTN - MAA
LTNMAA
London Luton
Tue 28/1
22:40-04:15
2 stops24h 05m
Chennai
Sat 1/2
05:00-21:15
2 stops21h 45m
£474
LondonChennai
LHR - MAA
LHRMAA
London Heathrow
Fri 21/2
09:30-20:40
1 stop29h 40m
Chennai
Sun 9/3
21:25-14:45
1 stop22h 50m
£482
LondonChennai
LHR - MAA
LHRMAA
London Heathrow
Thu 13/3
13:30-10:35
1 stop15h 35m
Chennai
Sat 22/3
07:50-19:30
1 stop17h 10m
£483
LondonChennai
LHR - MAA
LHRMAA
London Heathrow
Sun 9/2
07:55-06:35
2 stops41h 10m
Chennai
Wed 5/3
07:20-18:25
1 stop16h 35m
£485
LondonChennai
LGW - MAA
LGWMAA
London Gatwick
Wed 5/3
08:40-01:55
1 stop11h 45m
Chennai
Wed 26/3
03:45-06:05
1 stop31h 50m
£486
LondonChennai
LHR - MAA
LHRMAA
London Heathrow
Sun 9/3
08:35-01:55
1 stop11h 50m
Chennai
Sat 29/3
03:45-17:00
1 stop18h 45m
£511
LondonChennai
STN - MAA
STNMAA
London Stansted
Mon 10/2
20:15-02:15
1 stop24h 30m
Chennai
Tue 8/4
04:00-12:55
1 stop13h 25m
£542
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Best time to book a flight from London to Chennai
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Travel insights for flights from London to Chennai
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from London to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
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 17 January 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from London 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 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 23 January 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 19% versus a flight in the morning.
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 Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 23 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Lufthansa, Emirates and Air India from London to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Chennai round-trip?
According to our current data, Etihad Airways (£474), Air India (£479), and Gulf Air (£482) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Chennai. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 24% 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 Air India, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £305. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways 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?
Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Chennai, London Stansted - Chennai or London Gatwick - Chennai when deciding on the best route from London to Chennai.
What are the cheapest flights from London to Chennai?
While on average a flight from London to Chennai is generally £795, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £375. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), you can expect to pay £422 for that flight.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Chennai?
The most popular stopover on flights from London to Chennai is Abu Dhabi. Manama sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from London to Chennai. Mumbai comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London to Chennai flights.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Abu Dhabi?
Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Yas Waterworld 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 Yas Waterworld can be visited by traveling about 20.8 mi, 11.2 mi, and 5.0 mi respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Abu Dhabi can hire one for about £21 per day.
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 £36 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Chennai flights?
Of the flights from London to Chennai that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Muscat. Muscat is followed by Bengaluru in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from London to Chennai. Frankfurt am Main sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the London to Chennai route.
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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from London 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 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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