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Cheap flights from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport from £249

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LHR
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Chennai to London Heathrow are usually found in October or November, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£507

One-way from

£249

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£625

Good round-trip deal

£620 or less

Good one-way deal

£257 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 12/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 25m total
  • Chennai to London
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 25m total
  • Chennai to London
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sat 12/401:55MAA - LHR
1 stop23h 15mLufthansa
Sun 27/419:30LHR - MAA
1 stop24h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2£507
Fri 11/404:15MAA - LHR
1 stop13h 00mEtihad Airways
Sat 19/421:55LHR - MAA
1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/2£508
Fri 21/303:30MAA - LHR
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 14/608:05LHR - MAA
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2£520
Sun 16/316:20MAA - LHR
1 stop32h 40mAir India
Thu 20/313:00LHR - MAA
1 stop14h 25mAir India
Deal found 20/2£543
Sun 27/418:55MAA - LHR
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1006:00LHR - MAA
3 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£545
Fri 28/209:45MAA - LHR
1 stop35h 55mEmirates
Thu 13/313:40LHR - MAA
1 stop13h 05mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£581
Sat 22/321:25MAA - LHR
1 stop14h 40mGulf Air
Sat 29/321:50LHR - MAA
1 stop17h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 20/2£600
Sat 28/605:35MAA - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 20/812:40LHR - MAA
Nonstop10h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2£610
Thu 3/422:30MAA - LHR
2 stops21h 05mIndiGo
Wed 17/906:30LHR - MAA
2 stops25h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 20/2£623
Fri 27/603:15MAA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 20/810:30LHR - MAA
1 stop24h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/2£704
Thu 24/403:10MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 05mKuwait Airways
Sun 8/611:45LHR - MAA
1 stop14h 35mKuwait Airways
Deal found 20/2£764

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Chennai

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Heathrow

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Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Sat 12/4

01:55-20:40

1 stop23h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 27/4

19:30-00:10

1 stop24h 10m

£507

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Fri 11/4

04:15-12:45

1 stop13h 00m

London Heathrow

Sat 19/4

21:55-08:30

1 stop30h 05m

£508

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Fri 21/3

03:30-19:50

1 stop21h 50m

London Heathrow

Sat 14/6

08:05-02:50

1 stop14h 15m

£520

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Sun 16/3

16:20-19:30

1 stop32h 40m

London Heathrow

Thu 20/3

13:00-08:55

1 stop14h 25m

£543

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Sun 27/4

18:55-21:40

3 stops31h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 10/10

06:00-04:30

3 stops42h 00m

£545

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Sat 22/3

21:25-06:35

1 stop14h 40m

London Heathrow

Sat 29/3

21:50-20:50

1 stop17h 30m

£600

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Tue 18/3

03:45-11:40

1 stop13h 25m

London Heathrow

Sun 8/6

20:40-20:30

1 stop19h 20m

£605

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Sat 28/6

05:35-12:10

Nonstop11h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 20/8

12:40-03:30

Nonstop10h 20m

£610

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Thu 3/4

22:30-15:05

2 stops21h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 17/9

06:30-12:00

2 stops25h 00m

£623

ChennaiLondon

MAA - LHR

MAALHR

Chennai

Fri 27/6

03:15-16:30

1 stop17h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 20/8

10:30-15:05

1 stop24h 05m

£704

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Travel insights for flights from Chennai to Heathrow

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chennai to Heathrow including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 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 Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £163). 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 MAA to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chennai to Heathrow. 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 February 2025.

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

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Virgin Atlantic from Chennai to London. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

AMD - DXB

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

AMD - DXB

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

AMD - DXB

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
654 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

AMD - DXB

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,610 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2023

AMD - DXB

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to London Heathrow?

    Chennai (MAA), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Chennai to London Heathrow. 13 airlines have flights from Chennai to London Heathrow on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chennai to London Heathrow should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to London Heathrow per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £507 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at £508 and £520 round-trip. Lufthansa is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £249 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £252 and Oman Air from £254 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay £647 for a flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £207 while the most popular route, (Chennai - London Heathrow) is currently priced at £454.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

    Chennai to London Heathrow Airport flights have a stopover in Dubai most often. Dubai is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be visited by traveling about 4.2 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.5 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 £24.

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

    Abu Dhabi travellers tend to visit Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo more than any other notable places. Etihad Towers, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo are located about 20.8 mi, 11.2 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for an average daily rate of £22 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Chennai to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Chennai to London Heathrow Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Mumbai.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Heathrow 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 Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £163). 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£426Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£434Average£543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Oman AirCheapest£458Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£521Average£588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Gulf AirCheapest£534Average£704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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