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Cheap flights from London to Chennai from ₹ 29,831

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MAA
14 Apr — 21 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Chennai are usually found in September or November, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from London to Chennai
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 15 March 2026.

Sat 25/422:10
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop31h 10m
Air India
Sun 31/520:45
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop28h 05m
Air India
Deal found 11/3₹ 51,535
Thu 19/308:40
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop18h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/404:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3₹ 51,627
Wed 15/410:40
LGW
-
MAA
1 stop14h 10m
Gulf Air
Tue 21/406:10
MAA
-
LGW
1 stop29h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 14/3₹ 51,720
Sat 30/522:10
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop20h 40m
Air India
Mon 15/621:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 40m
Air India
Deal found 11/3₹ 51,720
Mon 14/922:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop26h 45m
Gulf Air
Thu 24/906:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop29h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 13/3₹ 51,812
Mon 15/621:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop16h 45m
Air India
Tue 7/721:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 40m
Air India
Deal found 12/3₹ 51,904
Fri 1/514:45
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/521:55
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop19h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3₹ 51,997
Thu 11/622:10
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop17h 30m
Air India
Thu 2/721:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop17h 40m
Air India
Deal found 12/3₹ 52,089
Tue 8/910:00
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 50m
Gulf Air
Mon 5/1006:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop13h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 13/3₹ 52,181
Mon 27/420:10
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop20h 15m
IndiGo
Fri 1/502:45
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop19h 30m
IndiGo
Deal found 10/3₹ 52,274
Thu 23/420:15
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop33h 35m
IndiGo
Sat 9/502:45
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop19h 30m
IndiGo
Deal found 12/3₹ 52,366
Mon 16/1121:50
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop25h 25m
Gulf Air
Wed 2/1205:35
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/3₹ 52,458

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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 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 51,535

One-way from

₹ 29,831

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 66,404

Good round-trip deal

₹ 77,322 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 25/4-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • London to Chennai
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 50m total
  • London to Chennai
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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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 15 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Chennai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 5/5

09:30-02:50

1 stop12h 50m

Chennai

Thu 7/5

16:05-15:05

1 stop27h 30m

₹ 59,016

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 4/6

08:25-02:50

1 stop13h 55m

Chennai

Wed 24/6

05:35-12:10

Nonstop11h 05m

₹ 65,850

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Wed 29/4

21:05-20:30

1 stop18h 55m

Chennai

Wed 6/5

09:50-12:55

1 stop31h 35m

₹ 66,404

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Tue 5/5

14:55-08:05

1 stop12h 40m

Chennai

Tue 19/5

04:05-12:55

1 stop13h 20m

₹ 67,143

LondonChennai

LCY - MAA

LCYMAA

London City

Tue 28/4

08:25-08:25

2 stops19h 30m

Chennai

Sun 31/5

21:25-09:30

2 stops16h 35m

₹ 68,713

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Thu 23/4

15:50-15:05

2 stops18h 45m

Chennai

Wed 6/5

10:15-22:10

2 stops16h 25m

₹ 69,083

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Fri 12/6

14:55-08:05

1 stop12h 40m

Chennai

Mon 6/7

09:50-18:45

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 69,544

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Sat 18/4

21:05-20:30

1 stop18h 55m

Chennai

Tue 21/4

04:05-18:45

1 stop19h 10m

₹ 69,544

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Fri 12/6

14:35-08:05

1 stop13h 00m

Chennai

Mon 6/7

22:05-07:20

1 stop13h 45m

₹ 70,745

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Tue 14/4

13:10-20:10

2 stops26h 30m

Chennai

Tue 28/4

10:15-22:50

2 stops17h 05m

₹ 71,207

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Best time to book a flight from London to Chennai

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

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 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 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 London to Chennai?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chennai (average of ₹ 40,083). Flying from London to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 59,293). 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 15 March 2026.

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

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

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

Manama (BAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 25% of one-stop itineraries from London to Chennai on Cheapflights.

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

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

Manama (BAH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 57,530.

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

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

Flights via Muscat (MCT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 55m.

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

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 43m.

How often are flights from London to Chennai delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between London and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Chennai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Chennai flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% 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 15 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Chennai, such as Emirates,Etihad Airways, andGulf Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,426 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
231 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,792 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,969 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

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?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London to Chennai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chennai from London; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from London per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Chennai airport from London. It is only a 16.5 km journey from Chennai (MAA) to Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from London to Chennai?

    For as low as ₹ 66,404, Etihad Airways can have you in Chennai from London in 12h 40m. The distance between London and Chennai is about 8180 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London to Chennai return from ₹ 47,157. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Gulf Air, from ₹ 54,590, and Etihad Airways, from ₹ 56,343. Users have found that Air India is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to Chennai are Air India (₹ 29,946), Etihad Airways (₹ 31,456), and Gulf Air (₹ 34,152).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Chennai?

    Most travellers choose London Heathrow - Chennai, London Gatwick - Chennai or London Stansted - Chennai when deciding on the best route from London to Chennai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from London to Chennai is ₹ 61,108. On average you can expect to pay ₹ 89,562. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), can usually be booked for ₹ 48,025.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chennai (average of ₹ 40,083). Flying from London to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 59,293). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 47,157Average₹ 61,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 54,843Average₹ 62,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 56,343Average₹ 75,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 58,162Average₹ 78,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 58,850Average₹ 98,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 60,045Average₹ 72,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Oman AirCheapest₹ 60,709Average₹ 63,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 62,594Average₹ 72,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 65,095Average₹ 76,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 70,105Average₹ 103,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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