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Cheapest round-trip
$652
Typical prices: $662-$976
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/22Fri 10/9
MAA - LHR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$844
Typical prices: $951-$1,201
British Airways
Sat 1/16Mon 1/25
MAA - LHR • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with British Airways. Average duration is 11h 05m
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Cheapest • Avg $596 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 50m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to London (MAA-LHR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chennai to London that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chennai to London

Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 9
Etihad Airways Logo
4:05 am - 12:45 pmMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
13h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 3:05 pmLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
19h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$652Etihad Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 6
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3:40 pm - 3:05 pmMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
27h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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8:45 pm - 8:10 pmLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
18h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$652Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 22 - Sun, Oct 11
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 am - 3:05 pmMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
33h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:45 pm - 2:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
12h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$652Etihad Airways
Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 18
Air India Logo
9:25 pm - 8:20 pmMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
27h 25m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
Air India Logo
10:10 pm - 8:10 amLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
29h 30m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
$657Air India
Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 18
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12:25 pm - 10:15 amMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
26h 20m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:50 pm - 8:10 pmLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
22h 50m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$672Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:55 am - 7:30 pmMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
18h 05m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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3:00 pm - 2:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
19h 10m2 stops Paris Orly Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$675Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 7
Emirates Logo
4:05 am - 4:10 pmMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
16h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
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2:25 pm - 8:05 amLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
13h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
$775Emirates
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Oct 6
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10:05 pm - 7:05 amMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
13h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
9:05 am - 2:30 amLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
12h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
$775Emirates
Sat, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 25
British Airways Logo
7:35 am - 1:35 pmMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
11h 30mnonstop
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2:10 pm - 5:35 amLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
9h 55mnonstop
$844British Airways
Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 18
British Airways Logo
5:35 am - 12:10 pmMAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
11h 05mnonstop
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12:40 pm - 3:30 amLHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
10h 20mnonstop
$848British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chennai to London flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to London Heathrow Airport from Chennai usually cost between $738 and $1,115 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $652 on Etihad Airways (Sep 22-Oct 10).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to London?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to London on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Chennai to London. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport is February, where tickets cost $699 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $857 and $854 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $769 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Chennai to London

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on LHR

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MAA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Low season

February

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$255
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Chennai to London

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FAQs for booking Chennai to London flights

  • How can I get to Chennai Airport from Chennai city centre?

    If you’re taking public transport to the airport, the train is a quick option. There is no railway station at Chennai Airport, but passengers can take a train from Chennai Egmore Station or Chennai Park Station to Tirusulam Station near the airport, and then take a taxi or rickshaw. The train journey takes around 30min and costs about £ 0.40 (₹ 45).

  • What options are there for hotels near Chennai Airport?

    If you are taking an early flight from Chennai to London, you may wish to spend the night near the airport. There are several hotels a short distance from the airport that provide transportation to the main terminal, such as Radisson Blu, located around 3 km from the airport.

  • What is a fast way to get from London Heathrow to the city centre?

    Fast trains to Paddington Station depart from Terminal 2, 3 and 5 every 15min or so, with a journey time of around 15min. Tickets cost roughly £ 22 (₹ 2,227) during off-peak hours and approximately £ 25 (₹ 2,530) during peak hours (weekdays 06:30-09:30 and 16:00-19:00).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport was $255 for a one-way ticket and $652 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chennai and London?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chennai to London?

    On your way to London, you’ll fly out from Chennai. You’ll be landing at London Heathrow.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chennai to London?

    Only Lufthansa offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chennai to London flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chennai to London?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chennai to London flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chennai to London?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chennai and London.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chennai to London?

    There are nonstop flights from Chennai to London on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chennai to London, Emirates or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chennai to London are Emirates and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $694 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $635 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chennai to London?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chennai to London.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chennai to London?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from Chennai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chennai to London?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to London with an airline and back to Chennai with another airline. Booking your flights between Chennai and LHR can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chennai to London?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London from Chennai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,060 or less one-way and $1,097 or less round-trip.
  • British Airways is the only airline to operate direct flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to London Heathrow (LHR). Airlines operating flights with one or more stops from these airports  include Air France, KLM and Etihad Airways. If you are flexible on time, consider a layover flight, as these will often be considerably cheaper.
  • Chennai Airport is located around 20 km from Chennai city centre and comprises three passenger terminals. International departures, including flights to London Heathrow, depart from Terminal 4. The terminal offers a range of facilities such as restaurants, duty free shopping, currency exchange and access to premium lounges that can be booked in advance.
  • Travelling with infants? You’ll find two child care rooms in the international terminal of Chennai Airport, where you can feed and change your baby in privacy.

Prefer to fly direct from Chennai to London?

 
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Chennai to London Heathrow

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

British Airways

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Thursday

British Airways

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Friday

British Airways

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Saturday

British Airways

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Sunday

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London Heathrow to Chennai

Monday

British Airways

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

British Airways

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Thursday

British Airways

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

British Airways

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