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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai from ₹ 31,865

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from London Heathrow to Chennai are usually found in September or May, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 51,001

One-way from

₹ 31,865

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 61,392
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • London to Chennai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 20m total
  • London to Chennai
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High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
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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 20 January 2025.

Wed 5/308:35LHR - MAA
1 stop11h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 20/303:45MAA - LHR
1 stop19h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/1₹ 51,001
Thu 20/313:00LHR - MAA
1 stop14h 25mAir India
Sun 30/311:10MAA - LHR
1 stop13h 50mAir India
Deal found 19/1₹ 51,088
Sat 8/221:50LHR - MAA
1 stop25h 25mGulf Air
Thu 13/305:35MAA - LHR
1 stop30h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 19/1₹ 51,174
Thu 29/520:55LHR - MAA
1 stop13h 45mEtihad Airways
Sat 14/604:10MAA - LHR
1 stop15h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/1₹ 51,521
Mon 5/506:30LHR - MAA
1 stop13h 10mLufthansa
Mon 10/1101:45MAA - LHR
1 stop13h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 19/1₹ 52,906
Thu 6/319:45LHR - MAA
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/321:00MAA - LHR
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1₹ 54,551
Tue 21/120:05LHR - MAA
1 stop28h 55mOman Air
Thu 13/207:20MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mOman Air
Deal found 20/1₹ 57,062
Tue 7/1012:40LHR - MAA
Nonstop10h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 21/1005:35MAA - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/1₹ 58,101
Mon 27/120:20LHR - MAA
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Tue 18/203:45MAA - LHR
1 stop13h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/1₹ 60,612

Find flights from Heathrow to Chennai within your budget

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 20 January 2025.

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LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 5/3

08:35-01:55

1 stop11h 50m

Chennai

Thu 20/3

03:45-17:25

1 stop19h 10m

₹ 51,001

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 20/3

13:00-08:55

1 stop14h 25m

Chennai

Sun 30/3

11:10-20:30

1 stop13h 50m

₹ 51,088

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 8/2

21:50-04:45

1 stop25h 25m

Chennai

Thu 13/3

05:35-06:35

1 stop30h 30m

₹ 51,174

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

20:55-15:10

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Sat 14/6

04:10-15:15

1 stop15h 35m

₹ 51,521

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 5/5

06:30-00:10

1 stop13h 10m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

01:45-09:45

1 stop13h 30m

₹ 52,906

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 6/3

19:45-00:25

2 stops23h 10m

Chennai

Sun 23/3

21:00-19:30

1 stop28h 00m

₹ 54,551

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 10/2

14:10-05:35

Nonstop9h 55m

Chennai

Thu 13/3

07:35-13:40

Nonstop11h 35m

₹ 60,266

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 10/2

13:40-20:10

1 stop25h 00m

Chennai

Tue 25/2

21:40-16:10

1 stop24h 00m

₹ 61,478

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 16/2

10:45-06:40

1 stop14h 25m

Chennai

Tue 25/2

02:30-13:45

1 stop16h 45m

₹ 64,249

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 10/2

08:35-02:25

1 stop12h 20m

₹ 31,865

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Heathrow to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Heathrow to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is 52 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). 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 20 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 12% 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 16 December 2024.

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 20 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Gulf Air and Etihad Airways 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,117 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

We purchased internet for the whole flight, but it never connected, i will call for a refund.

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?

    Qatar Airways, at ₹ 51,001, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air India and Gulf Air. These flights start at 22% 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 31,865. Air India flights start at ₹ 32,038 while deals on Gulf Air start at ₹ 36,194 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 99,614 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 66,881 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai) is currently priced at ₹ 46,065.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest₹ 43,138Average₹ 58,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 51,064Average₹ 65,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 51,092Average₹ 59,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 52,246Average₹ 61,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 53,497Average₹ 63,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 56,861Average₹ 73,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 66,022Average₹ 85,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 67,651Average₹ 82,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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