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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.Rs78,608 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs78,608, select.
Chennai.Rs81,761 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,761, select.
Chennai.Rs82,132 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,132, select.
Chennai.Rs83,628 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs83,628, select.
Chennai.Rs85,694 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs85,694, select.
Chennai.Rs86,240 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs86,240, select.
Chennai.Rs90,082 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs90,082, select.
Chennai.Rs90,472 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs90,472, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from Rs90,082
Jun
from Rs90,472
Jul
from Rs107,895
Aug
from Rs81,761
Sep
from Rs78,608
Oct
from Rs85,694
Nov
from Rs82,132
Dec
from Rs98,561
Jan
from Rs86,240
Feb
from Rs90,529
Mar
from Rs83,628
Apr
from Rs119,622

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Chennai

London Heathrow to Chennai: Alternative routes

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

London to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs78,608
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time10 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Chennai is Rs145,020. 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.
10 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Chennai.
American Airlines and British Airways fly direct from London Heathrow to Chennai.
As of May 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Chennai is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 10 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 8 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, Air India and British Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.

  • Each week, there are ten London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport flights. If you want to get going early, go for the 12:45 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 14:10 with British Airways.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LHR to MAA flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • British Airways is your gateway to exploring Chennai (and maybe even some other exciting corners of India!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for LHR to MAA flights is British Airways.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and MAA:

    • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Kempegowda International Airport

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

  • Rs78,608 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs145,020. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from LHR to MAA, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LHR to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near MAA if you're catching a late London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Chennai in April.

  • When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.

Explore more of India

  • Chennai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Chennai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.