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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai from ₹ 33,939

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Chennai are usually found in September or May, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 22 April 2026.

Fri 5/614:45
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 12/616:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop25h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4₹ 53,439
Mon 7/914:45
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 19/916:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop25h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4₹ 53,533
Fri 5/614:45
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/716:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop27h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4₹ 53,627
Wed 23/910:00
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 50m
Gulf Air
Tue 20/1006:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop13h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 20/4₹ 53,720
Wed 29/414:50
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop19h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/516:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop25h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4₹ 53,814
Thu 5/1113:55
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop19h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 22/1115:45
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4₹ 54,002
Wed 17/614:45
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/610:15
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4₹ 54,377
Tue 6/1010:00
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop14h 50m
Gulf Air
Tue 20/1006:10
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop13h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 18/4₹ 54,471
Mon 27/421:10
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop13h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 19/504:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop15h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4₹ 54,658
Mon 1/620:50
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop13h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 21/616:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop25h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/4₹ 54,752
Thu 11/609:30
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop18h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sun 21/604:05
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/4₹ 54,846

Find 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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 53,439

One-way from

₹ 33,939

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 65,440

Good round-trip deal

₹ 76,902 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 73,958 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/6-12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 05m total
  • London to Chennai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 29/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 25m total
  • London to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 232,289 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 15/5

14:45-15:05

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

Mon 8/6

16:05-07:00

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 58,877

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 13/5

14:45-15:05

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

Sun 24/5

16:05-07:00

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 58,971

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 27/6

20:50-02:25

1 stop25h 05m

Chennai

Sun 12/7

16:05-12:45

1 stop25h 10m

₹ 74,159

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 5/5

19:35-02:40

2 stops26h 35m

Chennai

Wed 20/5

04:10-18:00

1 stop18h 20m

₹ 81,003

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 14/5

20:10-02:40

2 stops26h 00m

Chennai

Thu 18/6

03:55-14:10

1 stop14h 45m

₹ 82,690
Fastest return journey

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 9/9

12:40-03:30

Nonstop10h 20m

Chennai

Tue 15/9

04:20-13:15

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 100,972

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 5/8

16:50-20:30

1 stop23h 10m

Chennai

Wed 2/9

22:05-16:10

1 stop22h 35m

₹ 102,753

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 11/8

16:45-02:25

1 stop29h 10m

Chennai

Tue 8/9

21:05-14:45

2 stops22h 10m

₹ 106,128

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 7/8

11:45-07:10

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Mon 31/8

21:05-20:15

2 stops27h 40m

₹ 109,035

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 13/6

07:00-02:40

2 stops15h 10m

Chennai

Fri 3/7

03:55-18:00

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 112,597

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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 17 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is 30 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 58,783). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 97,784). 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 22 April 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

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 22 April 2026.
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
3,728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.3

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
3,728 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.3

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
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.3

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
7.2
Good
231 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.3

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
7,906 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.3

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
2,967 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.3

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.

  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

    For as low as ₹ 58,877, Etihad Airways can have you in Chennai from London Heathrow Airport in 19h 50m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is about 8229 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Air India, at ₹ 40,849, 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 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 30,271. Etihad Airways flights start at ₹ 31,581 while deals on Gulf Air start at ₹ 34,668 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 80,724 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 67,129 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai) is currently priced at ₹ 51,283.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 58,783). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 97,784). 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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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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 40,849Average₹ 60,887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 55,975Average₹ 64,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 56,751Average₹ 84,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 58,717Average₹ 80,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 60,953Average₹ 73,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 63,241Average₹ 93,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 63,540Average₹ 73,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 65,468Average₹ 77,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 71,165Average₹ 102,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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