What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Chennai?

Air India, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Chennai

How many flights depart from London to Chennai on average per day?

The number of flights available between London and Chennai is 2 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 12:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Chennai?

British Airways, Air India and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from London to Chennai on average per week?

The number of flights available between London and Chennai is 15 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sun, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from London to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Chennai Airport?

There are 8 operators available for flights from London to Chennai Airport as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Chennai Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $893 to $1,294. The lowest price recently found on this route was $569.

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2:00 pm - 12:10 pmLHR-MAA

17h 40m1 stop

4:00 pm - 8:20 pmMAA-LHR

32h 50m1 stop

$569Air India

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Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 21

1:15 pm - 9:05 amLHR-MAA

15h 20m1 stop

1:00 am - 8:00 pmMAA-LHR

23h 30m1 stop

$570Air India

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Mon, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 13

9:05 pm - 3:30 pmLHR-MAA

13h 55m1 stop

4:00 pm - 8:20 pmMAA-LHR

32h 50m1 stop

$583Air India

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Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Oct 5

2:45 pm - 8:10 pmLHR-MAA

24h 55m1 stop

10:15 am - 3:15 pmMAA-LHR

33h 30m1 stop

$626Etihad Airways

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Mon, Aug 25 - Mon, Oct 6

2:45 pm - 8:30 amLHR-MAA

13h 15m1 stop

4:25 am - 3:15 pmMAA-LHR

15h 20m1 stop

$627Etihad Airways

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Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 7

9:45 pm - 8:10 pmLHR-MAA

17h 55m1 stop

10:15 am - 3:15 pmMAA-LHR

33h 30m1 stop

$646Etihad Airways

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Tue, Aug 26 - Mon, Oct 6

10:00 am - 5:10 amLHR-MAA

14h 40m1 stop

6:00 am - 6:55 amMAA-LHR

29h 25m1 stop

$647Gulf Air

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Wed, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 9

9:50 pm - 4:45 amLHR-MAA

25h 25m1 stop

5:35 am - 2:45 pmMAA-LHR

14h 40m1 stop

$649Gulf Air

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Sun, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 3

12:30 pm - 8:55 amLHR-MAA

15h 55m1 stop

3:55 am - 6:45 amMAA-LHR

32h 20m1 stop

$671

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Fri, Sep 26 - Wed, Oct 29

4:00 pm - 9:10 amLHR-MAA

12h 40m1 stop

9:50 pm - 12:15 pmMAA-LHR

19h 55m1 stop

$708Qatar Airways

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Tue, Oct 14 - Fri, Nov 7

Air India flights from London to Chennai

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Air India

Sep 4

LHR2:00 pmLondon Heathrow

17h 40m

1 stop

MAA12:10 pmChennai

Sep 21

MAA4:00 pmChennai

32h 50m

1 stop

LHR8:20 pmLondon Heathrow

$569

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Air India

Aug 11

LHR1:15 pmLondon Heathrow

15h 20m

1 stop

MAA9:05 amChennai

Aug 13

MAA1:00 amChennai

23h 30m

1 stop

LHR8:00 pmLondon Heathrow

$570

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Air India

Sep 19

LHR9:05 pmLondon Heathrow

13h 55m

1 stop

MAA3:30 pmChennai

Oct 5

MAA4:00 pmChennai

32h 50m

1 stop

LHR8:20 pmLondon Heathrow

$583

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Etihad Airways flights from London to Chennai

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Etihad Airways

Aug 25

LHR2:45 pmLondon Heathrow

24h 55m

1 stop

MAA8:10 pmChennai

Oct 6

MAA10:15 amChennai

33h 30m

1 stop

LHR3:15 pmLondon Heathrow

$626

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Etihad Airways

Sep 30

LHR2:45 pmLondon Heathrow

13h 15m

1 stop

MAA8:30 amChennai

Oct 8

MAA10:15 amChennai

33h 30m

1 stop

LHR3:15 pmLondon Heathrow

$627

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Etihad Airways

Aug 26

LHR9:45 pmLondon Heathrow

12h 30m

1 stop

MAA2:45 pmChennai

Oct 2

MAA10:15 amChennai

33h 30m

1 stop

LHR3:15 pmLondon Heathrow

$646

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Chennai

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from London to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $634. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in September, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from London to Chennai during May average around $647.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $752. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from London to Chennai on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $990. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from London to Chennai when you can find flight prices for as low as $704. Flying to Chennai in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the morning when prices are around $891.

What is the cheapest London to Chennai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $764 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from London for as low as $690 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London to Chennai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on London to Chennai flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to Chennai.

How have London to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for London to Chennai flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from London to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$313
Fastest flight time	12h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chennai	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chennai from London in the past 72 hours is $313. The best round-trip flight deal from London to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $569.

The fastest flight from London to Chennai takes 12h 05m

Direct flights go from London to Chennai every day.

There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

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How far is London to Chennai by plane?
London and Chennai are 5098.4 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 12h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from London to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Chennai Airport?
There are 8 operators available for flights from London to Chennai Airport as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Chennai Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from London to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from London to Chennai is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (96.39% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (2.61%), Airbus A350-1000 (0.55%), and Boeing 777 (0.30%).
What is the most popular airline from London to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from London to Chennai is British Airways (34% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Air India (17%), Emirates (15%), and Etihad Airways (15%).

Best airlines flying from London to Chennai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air India	PriceFrom $549	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,927 reviews	Search Air India flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $566	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,222 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $589	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 200 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
Oman Air	PriceFrom $603	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 92 reviews	Search Oman Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $610	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,603 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $639	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,284 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $641	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,134 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,205 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

British Airways Flights From London to Chennai
The lowest priced British Airways flight from London to Chennai from the last 72 hours was $641. Generally, British Airways has 8 flights on this route every week with an average price of $860. British Airways is rated 6.6/10 by our users.

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