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Cheap flights from London to Chennai from ₹ 30,405

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — MAA
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Chennai are usually found in September or May, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 26 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 49,933

One-way from

₹ 30,405

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 57,812

Good round-trip deal

₹ 59,349 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 32,165 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 8/5-24/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 10m total
  • London to Chennai
22/4
  • 22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 35m total
  • London to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (₹ 375,202 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 229,815 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Chennai.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to Chennai.

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Cheapest flights from London to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2025.

Thu 8/513:15LHR - MAA
1 stop15h 10mAir India
Thu 24/708:00MAA - LHR
1 stop16h 00mAir India
Deal found 25/3₹ 49,933
Mon 5/508:05LGW - MAA
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/905:05MAA - LGW
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3₹ 50,190
Sun 30/307:15STN - MAA
3 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/418:55MAA - STN
3 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3₹ 50,190
Thu 8/510:00LHR - MAA
1 stop14h 40mGulf Air
Mon 26/506:00MAA - LHR
1 stop29h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 25/3₹ 50,190
Sat 19/408:25LTN - MAA
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/518:55MAA - LTN
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3₹ 50,961
Wed 21/514:45LHR - MAA
1 stop13h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 17/616:25MAA - LHR
1 stop27h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/3₹ 51,303
Sun 5/1011:25LGW - MAA
1 stop13h 15mGulf Air
Tue 28/1005:35MAA - LGW
1 stop30h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 25/3₹ 51,903
Mon 5/508:05LHR - MAA
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 28/503:55MAA - LHR
1 stop14h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3₹ 53,616
Fri 19/912:40LHR - MAA
Nonstop10h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 13/1005:35MAA - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/3₹ 54,130
Tue 29/420:50LHR - MAA
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/523:45MAA - LHR
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3₹ 54,558
Tue 29/409:00LGW - MAA
1 stop13h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 27/504:20MAA - LGW
1 stop13h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3₹ 55,586
Tue 22/420:50LHR - MAA
1 stop13h 10mOman Air
Mon 5/508:25MAA - LHR
1 stop15h 15mOman Air
Deal found 25/3₹ 57,898

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 26 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

London

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 8/5

13:15-08:55

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Thu 24/7

08:00-19:30

1 stop16h 00m

₹ 49,933

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Mon 5/5

08:05-04:25

2 stops15h 50m

Chennai

Tue 23/9

05:05-07:20

2 stops30h 45m

₹ 50,190

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 8/5

10:00-05:10

1 stop14h 40m

Chennai

Mon 26/5

06:00-06:55

1 stop29h 25m

₹ 50,190

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Thu 8/5

12:15-09:50

2 stops17h 05m

Chennai

Fri 23/5

00:40-17:40

2 stops21h 30m

₹ 50,190

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Fri 12/9

11:25-20:50

1 stop28h 55m

Chennai

Thu 25/9

06:00-06:55

1 stop29h 25m

₹ 50,532

LondonChennai

LTN - MAA

LTNMAA

London Luton

Sat 19/4

08:25-10:25

2 stops21h 30m

Chennai

Wed 7/5

18:55-22:45

2 stops32h 20m

₹ 50,961

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 21/5

14:45-08:30

1 stop13h 15m

Chennai

Tue 17/6

16:25-15:15

1 stop27h 20m

₹ 51,303

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 5/5

08:05-02:50

1 stop14h 15m

Chennai

Wed 28/5

03:55-14:05

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 53,616

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 19/9

12:40-03:30

Nonstop10h 20m

Chennai

Mon 13/10

05:35-12:10

Nonstop11h 05m

₹ 54,130

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 29/4

20:50-14:30

1 stop13h 10m

Chennai

Tue 27/5

23:45-19:10

2 stops23h 55m

₹ 54,558

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Best time to book a flight from London to Chennai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from London 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 LON to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 26 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Chennai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 26 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and KLM. 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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London to Chennai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chennai from London; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from London per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Chennai airport from London. It is only a 16.5 km journey from Chennai (MAA) to Chennai’s city centre.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London to Chennai return from ₹ 49,933. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Gulf Air, from ₹ 50,190, and Etihad Airways, from ₹ 51,303. Users have found that Air India is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to Chennai are Oman Air (₹ 31,518), Air India (₹ 31,861), and Etihad Airways (₹ 33,574).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Chennai?

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from London to Chennai is ₹ 30,546. On average you can expect to pay ₹ 66,114. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), can usually be booked for ₹ 43,252.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Chennai?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest₹ 41,317Average₹ 77,986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 44,864Average₹ 67,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 50,487Average₹ 64,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 50,624Average₹ 59,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 51,678Average₹ 61,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 53,378Average₹ 63,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 55,506Average₹ 70,976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 68,775Average₹ 83,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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