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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai from ₹ 29,644

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
7 May — 14 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 April 2026.

Wed 10/623:55
LGW
-
MAA
1 stop16h 05m
Emirates
Mon 6/709:50
MAA
-
LGW
1 stop14h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4₹ 51,203
Fri 15/510:40
LGW
-
MAA
1 stop29h 40m
Gulf Air
Tue 19/506:10
MAA
-
LGW
1 stop29h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 3/4₹ 51,947
Tue 25/822:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop26h 45m
Gulf Air
Wed 30/906:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop29h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/4₹ 52,039
Tue 9/619:50
LTN
-
MAA
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/610:15
MAA
-
LTN
2 stops17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4₹ 52,039
Mon 4/522:05
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop26h 45m
Gulf Air
Mon 11/506:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop29h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/4₹ 52,132
Mon 1/607:55
LTN
-
MAA
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/616:05
MAA
-
LTN
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4₹ 52,132
Sun 3/510:00
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 50m
Gulf Air
Tue 19/506:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop13h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 3/4₹ 52,318
Wed 10/610:40
LGW
-
MAA
1 stop14h 10m
Gulf Air
Thu 2/706:10
MAA
-
LGW
1 stop29h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 5/4₹ 52,504
Tue 19/510:00
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 50m
Gulf Air
Mon 8/606:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop29h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 3/4₹ 52,504
Wed 20/506:00
LGW
-
MAA
2 stops16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/504:05
MAA
-
LGW
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4₹ 52,597
Mon 1/608:10
STN
-
MAA
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/616:05
MAA
-
STN
2 stops23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4₹ 52,783
Tue 9/619:55
LGW
-
MAA
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/621:55
MAA
-
LGW
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4₹ 52,876

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 51,203

One-way from

₹ 29,644

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 64,120

Good round-trip deal

₹ 76,225 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 73,307 or less
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 10/6-6/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 30m total
  • United Kingdom to Chennai
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14/4
  • 14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 55m total
  • United Kingdom to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (₹ 985,166 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 209,233 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 7 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Tue 9/6

19:50-02:25

2 stops26h 05m

Chennai

Tue 23/6

10:15-22:50

2 stops17h 05m

₹ 52,039

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Wed 20/5

06:00-02:50

2 stops16h 20m

Chennai

Wed 27/5

21:55-17:50

2 stops24h 25m

₹ 53,340

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Thu 7/5

15:00-20:10

2 stops24h 40m

Chennai

Fri 22/5

10:15-21:50

2 stops16h 05m

₹ 53,898

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sun 7/6

08:00-15:05

2 stops26h 35m

Chennai

Tue 16/6

10:15-13:45

2 stops32h 00m

₹ 56,593

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Mon 8/6

06:45-08:25

2 stops21h 10m

Chennai

Wed 17/6

21:55-22:10

2 stops28h 45m

₹ 56,686

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Sun 3/5

10:40-05:20

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Sat 9/5

21:35-06:55

1 stop13h 50m

₹ 58,173

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Tue 26/5

06:00-08:25

2 stops21h 55m

Chennai

Sat 30/5

10:15-10:00

2 stops28h 15m

₹ 58,544

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 10/5

09:30-15:05

1 stop25h 05m

Chennai

Tue 12/5

04:05-12:45

1 stop13h 10m

₹ 60,775

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 10/6

20:50-15:05

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Sat 19/9

16:05-12:45

1 stop25h 10m

₹ 61,797

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Thu 21/5

18:00-15:05

2 stops16h 35m

Chennai

Thu 28/5

10:15-07:50

2 stops26h 05m

₹ 65,049

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Chennai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai (average of ₹ 38,193). Flying from United Kingdom to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 60,310). 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 GB to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 7 April 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 7 April 2026.

The most flights from GB0 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 often are flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom 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 Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Kingdom 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 7 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United Kingdom 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
3,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,555 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
231 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,857 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,966 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from United Kingdom.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Chennai?

    Departing from United Kingdom to Chennai will take you 12h 40m. United Kingdom and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8180 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 27,592. Air India flights start at ₹ 29,286 while deals on Gulf Air start at ₹ 31,810 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Chennai?

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Chennai or London Stansted - Chennai, London Heathrow - Chennai is the most popular route from United Kingdom to Chennai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from United Kingdom to Chennai is ₹ 66,538. On average you can expect to pay ₹ 83,826. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), can usually be booked for ₹ 52,411.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Chennai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai (average of ₹ 38,193). Flying from United Kingdom to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 60,310). 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 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 7 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 47,449Average₹ 60,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 54,928Average₹ 67,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 56,251Average₹ 77,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 58,437Average₹ 77,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest₹ 59,129Average₹ 68,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 60,416Average₹ 79,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 62,684Average₹ 95,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 62,981Average₹ 72,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 64,891Average₹ 93,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 70,539Average₹ 101,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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