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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai from ₹ 30,509

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Chennai are usually found in September or May, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 50,391

One-way from

₹ 30,509

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 57,504

Good round-trip deal

₹ 59,384 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 32,184 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 17/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 25m total
  • London to Chennai
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24/4
  • 24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 25m total
  • London to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (₹ 981,609 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 223,491 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 25 March 2025.

Mon 12/522:05LHR - MAA
1 stop26h 35mGulf Air
Tue 20/506:00MAA - LHR
1 stop29h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 22/3₹ 49,791
Thu 8/521:05LHR - MAA
1 stop18h 35mAir India
Thu 24/708:00MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 00mAir India
Deal found 24/3₹ 49,877
Sun 8/610:00LHR - MAA
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/603:55MAA - LHR
3 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3₹ 50,048
Mon 8/914:45LHR - MAA
1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/904:15MAA - LHR
1 stop15h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/3₹ 51,248
Wed 14/508:05LHR - MAA
1 stop14h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 21/503:55MAA - LHR
1 stop14h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3₹ 53,391
Fri 26/912:40LHR - MAA
Nonstop10h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 14/1005:35MAA - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3₹ 53,733
Mon 8/920:25LHR - MAA
2 stops23h 15mLufthansa
Mon 29/901:55MAA - LHR
1 stop13h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 23/3₹ 57,847
Thu 1/520:50LHR - MAA
1 stop30h 05mOman Air
Sun 1/615:30MAA - LHR
1 stop32h 10mOman Air
Deal found 24/3₹ 58,190
Tue 1/412:45LHR - MAA
1 stop20h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 18/519:05MAA - LHR
1 stop21h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/3₹ 62,389

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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 17/6

22:05-05:10

1 stop26h 35m

Chennai

Mon 23/6

06:00-15:20

1 stop13h 50m

₹ 50,391

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 17/4

10:00-11:15

3 stops20h 45m

Chennai

Mon 5/5

22:30-16:00

3 stops22h 00m

₹ 50,648

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

21:05-23:10

1 stop21h 35m

Chennai

Mon 2/6

15:35-20:20

1 stop33h 15m

₹ 51,162

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 8/9

14:45-14:45

1 stop19h 30m

Chennai

Thu 2/10

10:05-15:15

1 stop33h 40m

₹ 51,334

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 12/5

08:05-02:55

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Tue 27/5

03:55-14:10

1 stop14h 45m

₹ 53,391

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 10/9

12:40-03:30

Nonstop10h 20m

Chennai

Sat 4/10

05:35-12:10

Nonstop11h 05m

₹ 55,704

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 7/5

20:25-00:10

2 stops23h 15m

Chennai

Wed 21/5

01:55-10:40

1 stop13h 15m

₹ 61,018

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 10/4

10:30-15:05

1 stop24h 05m

Chennai

Sun 18/5

19:05-12:15

1 stop21h 40m

₹ 62,389

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 24/4

10:00-08:55

2 stops18h 25m

₹ 30,509

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 15/4

22:10-06:50

1 stop28h 10m

₹ 31,794

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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 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is 44 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 25 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 25 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, LOT and SWISS from London to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,061 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

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 1 inbound flight from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 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.

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

    Gulf Air, at ₹ 50,391, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air India and Etihad Airways. These flights start at 23% 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 ₹ 31,794. Etihad Airways flights start at ₹ 33,251 while deals on Qatar Airways start at ₹ 35,222 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 66,154 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 30,564 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai) is currently priced at ₹ 46,020.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 8 airlines flying from Heathrow to Chennai

Discover the top 8 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 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest₹ 44,891Average₹ 67,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 50,517Average₹ 64,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 50,654Average₹ 59,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 51,709Average₹ 61,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 53,409Average₹ 63,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 55,539Average₹ 71,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 61,649Average₹ 84,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 68,816Average₹ 83,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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