$608 Cheap Flights from London to Chennai in 2025

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Chennai.$607 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From $607, select.

Chennai.$649 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with AJet and Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $649, select.

Chennai.$655 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with AJet and Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from London Stansted on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $655, select.

Chennai.$693 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with AJet and Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $693, select.

Chennai.$700 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Sep, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with AJet and Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from London Stansted on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $700, select.

Chennai.$702 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Wizz Air and Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $702, select.

Chennai.$709 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with Jet2 and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from London Stansted on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $709, select.

Chennai.$713 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with AJet and Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From $713, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from London to Chennai

London to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

London to Chennai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$607
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	10 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	17

Finding cheap flights from London to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Chennai is $608. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from London to Chennai?

10 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from London to Chennai.

Which airlines fly direct from London to Chennai?

American Airlines and British Airways fly direct from London to Chennai.

How many flights are there a week from London to Chennai?

As of August 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from London to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Chennai is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Chennai Airport on Thursday, 2 October 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from London to Chennai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 8 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from London to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know

You can take your pick of multiple airports when planning your flight from London to Chennai Airport (MAA). Check out your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
10 hours 10 minutes is the average journey time for a direct London to Chennai Airport flight.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Choose from 7 direct services a week between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Chennai Airport (MAA). This is the most popular route, with British Airways offering a 12:05pm departure from LHR to MAA.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from London to MAA. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

You can book a direct flight from London to Chennai Airport (MAA) out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
When taking off from LHR, you can catch a direct flight from London to Chennai Airport with British Airways.
The top choice among passengers flying between LHR and MAA is British Airways.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is British Airways.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to MAA. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
- Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Break up your flight from London to Chennai Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and MAA include:
- Dubai Airport (DXB)
- Changi International Airport (SIN)
- Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to MAA flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

Stansted Airport (STN)

Whether just for a couple of hours or a weekend, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a flight ticket from London to Chennai Airport (MAA) stopping at Dubai Airport (DXB).
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Chennai Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Flights that depart from STN arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.

About Chennai Airport (MAA)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Chennai Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and see more of Chennai and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your London to Chennai Airport flight.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

Chennai Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Chennai. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Chennai Airport (MAA)

$279 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Chennai Airport. A return flight starts at $608. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from London to MAA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Chennai Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from London to MAA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London to Chennai Airport.

The best time to fly from London to Chennai Airport (MAA)

April is the quietest month for flights from London to Chennai Airport (MAA), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to MAA flight ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Chennai Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

More about Chennai

After booking your flight from London to Chennai Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chennai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers are popular attractions which should feature on any good Chennai itinerary.

Explore more of India

You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its popular sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Salem is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).