Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai from ₹ 24,811

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
7 Jan — 14 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Chennai

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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 8 December 2025.

Tue 9/1208:10LGW - MAA
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1219:00MAA - LGW
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12₹ 53,488
Tue 9/1213:30LTN - MAA
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1217:00MAA - LTN
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12₹ 54,118
Tue 9/1206:30STN - MAA
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1219:00MAA - STN
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12₹ 56,365
Sun 7/1214:30LTN - MAA
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1212:55MAA - LTN
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12₹ 59,152
Tue 9/1207:50LTN - MAA
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1220:30MAA - LTN
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12₹ 61,219
Thu 11/1207:00LGW - MAA
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1219:00MAA - LGW
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12₹ 61,399
Sun 7/1214:30LTN - MAA
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1217:00MAA - LTN
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12₹ 61,579
Sun 7/1221:50LHR - MAA
1 stop25h 25mGulf Air
Sun 1/321:25MAA - LHR
1 stop14h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 6/12₹ 61,939
Thu 11/1207:15LTN - MAA
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1219:00MAA - LTN
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12₹ 62,118
Sun 7/1214:30LTN - MAA
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1217:00MAA - LTN
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12₹ 62,748
Wed 10/1207:00LTN - MAA
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1220:30MAA - LTN
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12₹ 62,838
Wed 31/1221:05LHR - MAA
1 stop18h 55mAir India
Mon 30/306:15MAA - LHR
1 stop17h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/12₹ 63,107

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 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 50,072

One-way from

₹ 24,811

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 96,189

Good round-trip deal

₹ 63,728 or less
7/1-18/1
  • 7/1-18/1
  • 6 total stops
  • 77h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to Chennai
2/2
  • 2/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 50m total
  • United Kingdom to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (₹ 308,402 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 228,190 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Kingdom to Chennai.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai that are best for you.

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United Kingdom

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Wed 7/1

21:35-20:10

3 stops41h 05m

Chennai

Sun 18/1

05:05-11:45

3 stops36h 10m

₹ 50,072

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Sat 10/1

23:20-03:05

2 stops22h 15m

Chennai

Fri 30/1

22:10-23:10

3 stops30h 30m

₹ 50,162

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Wed 4/2

05:45-08:45

3 stops21h 30m

Chennai

Thu 12/2

20:30-01:00

3 stops34h 00m

₹ 50,792

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Thu 22/1

06:00-06:35

2 stops19h 05m

Chennai

Thu 29/1

21:30-15:20

2 stops23h 20m

₹ 50,881

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Wed 7/1

05:45-10:20

3 stops23h 05m

Chennai

Sat 17/1

08:35-09:45

3 stops30h 40m

₹ 51,870

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sun 18/1

08:30-08:45

3 stops18h 45m

Chennai

Sat 24/1

20:30-23:15

2 stops32h 15m

₹ 51,960

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Tue 20/1

06:00-06:35

2 stops19h 05m

Chennai

Tue 27/1

23:15-09:30

2 stops39h 45m

₹ 52,050

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 20/1

09:30-04:45

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Thu 5/2

05:35-06:35

1 stop30h 30m

₹ 53,219

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 19/1

21:50-04:45

1 stop25h 25m

Chennai

Wed 11/2

05:35-14:45

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 54,208

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 20/1

19:20-08:10

1 stop31h 20m

Chennai

Thu 12/2

16:10-14:30

1 stop27h 50m

₹ 56,994

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai (average of ₹ 40,004). Flying from United Kingdom to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 60,770). 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 8 December 2025.

When flying from United Kingdom to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to Chennai flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 8 December 2025.

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 24% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 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 evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday 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 24% 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 8 December 2025.
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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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 13h 45m. United Kingdom and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8229 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 IndiGo, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 27,696. Air India flights start at ₹ 28,331 while deals on Gulf Air start at ₹ 30,772 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 ₹ 62,878. On average you can expect to pay ₹ 67,865. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), can usually be booked for ₹ 41,982.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai (average of ₹ 40,004). Flying from United Kingdom to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 60,770). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest₹ 43,367Average₹ 82,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 47,177Average₹ 60,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 50,367Average₹ 65,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 55,205Average₹ 69,722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 56,979Average₹ 74,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 58,413Average₹ 71,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 58,445Average₹ 78,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest₹ 60,720Average₹ 66,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 62,864Average₹ 92,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 68,238Average₹ 100,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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