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 8209 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 ₹ 28,348. Gulf Air flights start at ₹ 29,547 while deals on Air India start at ₹ 30,088 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

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

While some choose either London Stansted - Chennai or London Gatwick - 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 ₹ 81,964. On average you can expect to pay ₹ 84,882. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), can usually be booked for ₹ 44,872.

What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom to Chennai?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from United Kingdom to Chennai are American Airlines (83%), British Airways (83%) and Finnair (83%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from United Kingdom to Chennai?

The most popular airlines flying from United Kingdom to Chennai are Etihad Airways, British Airways and Air India. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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.

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.

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Average price	₹ 87,072
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Thu 24/9

07:50-14:40

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21:55-18:10

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₹ 56,138

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00:55-17:30

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₹ 59,766

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12:35-03:00

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₹ 62,249

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15:40-15:05

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₹ 62,440

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Thu 24/9

07:55-02:50

1 stop14h 25m

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04:20-13:40

1 stop13h 50m

₹ 63,585

LondonChennai

LTN London Luton - MAA Chennai

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08:30-15:05

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16:10-07:45

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19:20-15:05

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₹ 65,304

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai (average of ₹ 62,821). Flying from United Kingdom to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 99,006). 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?

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

The most flights from GB0 to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 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 Friday 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 19% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai?

Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from United Kingdom to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

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

3,653 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,529 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Gulf Air

7.2

Good

244 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,198 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Air India

5.5

Fair

2,941 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,653 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

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 8209 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 ₹ 28,348. Gulf Air flights start at ₹ 29,547 while deals on Air India start at ₹ 30,088 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Chennai?
While some choose either London Stansted - Chennai or London Gatwick - Chennai, London Heathrow - Chennai is the most popular route from United Kingdom to Chennai.
What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom to Chennai?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from United Kingdom to Chennai are American Airlines (83%), British Airways (83%) and Finnair (83%).
What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Chennai?
The cheapest flight price from United Kingdom to Chennai is ₹ 81,964. On average you can expect to pay ₹ 84,882. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), can usually be booked for ₹ 44,872.
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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai (average of ₹ 62,821). Flying from United Kingdom to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 99,006). 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 United Kingdom to Chennai

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Etihad Airways	Cheapest₹ 35,033	Average₹ 69,213	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air India	Cheapest₹ 48,749	Average₹ 70,739	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air India flights
Gulf Air	Cheapest₹ 53,492	Average₹ 62,161	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Gulf Air flights
British Airways	Cheapest₹ 56,573	Average₹ 91,181	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Air France	Cheapest₹ 60,749	Average₹ 70,298	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Emirates	Cheapest₹ 62,061	Average₹ 84,881	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
IndiGo	Cheapest₹ 66,763	Average₹ 70,688	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search IndiGo flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest₹ 66,890	Average₹ 74,083	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest₹ 81,080	Average₹ 94,489	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GB to MAA?

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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

The most flights from GB0 to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Chennai delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 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 Friday 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 19% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from United Kingdom to Chennai?

Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from United Kingdom to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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