$231 Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Chennai (MAA)

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Cheap Flights from London to Chennai (LHR-MAA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $231 for one-way flights and $559 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Tue, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 27
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$559 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$559
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from London to Chennai, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $559 found 3 days ago
Gulf Air
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Feb 2
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$619 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$619
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from London to Chennai, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $619 found 20 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Oct 20
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$638 Roundtrip, just found
$638
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from London to Chennai, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $638 just found
Lufthansa
Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 25
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$688 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$688
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from London to Chennai, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $688 found 3 days ago
Kuwait Airways
Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Jan 21
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$689 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$689
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Kuwait Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from London to Chennai, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $689 found 1 day ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Jan 21
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$706 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$706
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from London to Chennai, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $706 found 1 day ago
Oman Air
Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 1
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$776 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$776
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Oman Air flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from London to Chennai, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $776 found 1 hour ago
British Airways
Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 9
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$783 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$783
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from London to Chennai, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $783 found 4 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, Jun 1 - Sun, Jun 28
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$788 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$788
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Jun 1 from London to Chennai, returning Sun, Jun 28, priced at $788 found 1 day ago
Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 1
LHR
London
MAA
Chennai
$800 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$800
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from London to Chennai, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $800 found 14 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from London (LHR) to Chennai (MAA)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $550 - $720 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Chennai

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Chennai Intl. MAA. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 9 minutes. Flights from $975
MAA
Chennai Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center9 min
Flights from $975
Flights from London (LHR) to Chennai (MAA)
Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Chennai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Air India, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, KLM, Kuwait Airways, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$559
Distance
5116 mi
Average flight time
9 hours 20 mins

London to Chennai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from London to Chennai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from London to Chennai are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from London to Chennai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from London to Chennai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from London to Chennai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from London to Chennai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from London to Chennai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $231 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap London to Chennai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your London to Chennai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) start at $783. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a British Airways flight leaving LHR on July 29 2025 and touching down at MAA. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LHR to MAA?
The cheapest flights from LHR to MAA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
You can fly directly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) on a British Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LHR to MAA?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from LHR to MAA is British Airways. You can jet off on this route from $788. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LHR on August 26 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
On average, you'll only find 1 nonstop flight leaving from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) each day. If this isn't convenient for you, check out flights with layovers. Just filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
More people fly between LHR and MAA at 2 PM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LHR to MAA?
If you travel on a Thursday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA).
What is the earliest flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
Heathrow Airport (LHR)'s earliest flight to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) is at approximately 2:10PM UTC+0. With a flight time of 9h 55m, you'll land at around 5:35AM UTC+5.
How long does it take to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
It takes approximately 9 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 5,100 mi from LHR to MAA.
What is the best time to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
To land at Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) without delays, choose a flight that leaves from Heathrow Airport (LHR) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Chennai from Heathrow Airport (LHR)?
If you've booked a direct flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai, Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from LHR to MAA are generally more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may land a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a LHR to MAA flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a LHR to MAA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. Once you've selected your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your LHR to MAA flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you need more information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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