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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai from ₹ 27,828

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Chennai are usually found in September or May, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 17 August 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 48,043

One-way from

₹ 27,828

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 77,796

Good round-trip deal

₹ 79,554 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 73,800 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 10/10-15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • London to Chennai
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15/11
  • 15/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 00m total
  • London to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 208,393 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 August 2025.

Fri 10/1012:30LHR - MAA
1 stop15h 55mAir India
Wed 15/1006:55MAA - LHR
1 stop17h 55mAir India
Deal found 16/8₹ 48,043
Wed 17/922:10LHR - MAA
1 stop27h 35mAir India
Fri 26/906:55MAA - LHR
1 stop17h 55mAir India
Deal found 16/8₹ 48,480
Sat 23/809:45LHR - MAA
1 stop15h 05mAir India
Sat 13/903:00MAA - LHR
1 stop20h 30mAir India
Deal found 16/8₹ 48,918
Sun 14/909:45LHR - MAA
1 stop15h 05mAir India
Sat 4/1006:40MAA - LHR
1 stop17h 20mAir India
Deal found 17/8₹ 49,005
Thu 11/920:35LHR - MAA
1 stop18h 05mAir India
Thu 18/908:05MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 25mAir India
Deal found 17/8₹ 49,093
Mon 10/1121:50LHR - MAA
1 stop25h 25mGulf Air
Tue 10/205:35MAA - LHR
1 stop30h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 17/8₹ 49,268
Thu 4/910:00LHR - MAA
1 stop30h 20mGulf Air
Wed 4/205:35MAA - LHR
1 stop14h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 17/8₹ 49,530
Wed 1/1021:05LHR - MAA
1 stop18h 35mAir India
Sun 12/1016:00MAA - LHR
1 stop32h 50mAir India
Deal found 16/8₹ 49,705
Fri 10/1012:30LHR - MAA
1 stop15h 55mAir India
Wed 29/1015:35MAA - LHR
1 stop33h 25mAir India
Deal found 17/8₹ 49,793
Fri 29/822:20LHR - MAA
1 stop27h 25mAir India
Sun 14/916:00MAA - LHR
1 stop32h 50mAir India
Deal found 17/8₹ 49,880
Wed 22/1022:10LHR - MAA
1 stop27h 35mAir India
Mon 3/1107:30MAA - LHR
1 stop17h 30mAir India
Deal found 17/8₹ 50,318
Thu 21/820:35LHR - MAA
1 stop15h 30mAir India
Wed 10/915:25MAA - LHR
1 stop24h 35mAir India
Deal found 16/8₹ 50,668

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 17 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 10/11

19:20-08:10

1 stop31h 20m

Chennai

Mon 9/2

03:55-18:10

1 stop19h 45m

₹ 57,844

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 25/1

19:20-19:55

1 stop19h 05m

Chennai

Sun 1/3

10:00-06:40

1 stop26h 10m

₹ 59,506

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 25/1

19:20-14:35

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Sat 28/2

16:35-06:40

1 stop19h 35m

₹ 59,506

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 25/1

19:20-14:35

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Thu 26/2

03:55-12:05

1 stop13h 40m

₹ 59,769

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 23/1

21:50-20:40

1 stop17h 20m

Chennai

Fri 27/2

05:35-14:45

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 59,857

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

21:50-20:40

1 stop17h 20m

Chennai

Fri 27/2

05:35-14:45

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 59,857

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 20/9

06:10-06:55

2 stops20h 15m

Chennai

Sun 5/10

04:25-15:15

1 stop15h 20m

₹ 60,119

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 16/1

08:25-06:30

1 stop16h 35m

Chennai

Sun 25/1

07:20-05:55

1 stop28h 05m

₹ 60,732

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

20:05-06:30

1 stop28h 55m

Chennai

Sat 28/2

07:20-18:25

1 stop16h 35m

₹ 60,732

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 23/1

08:25-06:30

1 stop16h 35m

Chennai

Sun 1/3

15:00-05:55

1 stop20h 25m

₹ 60,732

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is 52 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 Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 LHR to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 17 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 10 August 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow 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 17 August 2025.

The most flights from LHR 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 much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Share of one-stop return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Manama (BAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 22% of one-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

New Delhi (DEL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 62,032.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 19m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 41m.

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 17 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andGulf Air from London Heathrow Airport 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Janak,Oct 2023

DOH - AMD

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Janak,Oct 2023

DOH - AMD

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,233 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Janak,Oct 2023

DOH - AMD

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
207 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Janak,Oct 2023

DOH - AMD

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,277 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Janak,Oct 2023

DOH - AMD

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,930 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Janak,Oct 2023

DOH - AMD

Disaster boarding process. No gates. No annoncement for boarding process. Waiting area seats were full no seats available. 787 dream liner step up to entrance door. Not acceptable for physically poor but normal people.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow 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 Heathrow?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London Heathrow to Chennai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chennai from London Heathrow; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Chennai airport from London Heathrow. It is only a 16.5 km journey from Chennai (MAA) to Chennai’s city centre.

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

    Air India, at ₹ 46,790, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Gulf Air and Etihad Airways. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 124,309 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 70,053 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai) is currently priced at ₹ 41,830.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 9 airlines flying from Heathrow to Chennai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 17 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 46,790Average₹ 60,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 51,724Average₹ 59,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 54,538Average₹ 66,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 56,543Average₹ 63,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 56,893Average₹ 65,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 57,958Average₹ 76,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 62,816Average₹ 78,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 66,426Average₹ 97,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 72,378Average₹ 95,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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