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Cheapest return fare
£454
Typical prices: £426-£536
Air India
Fri 18/9Sun 15/11
LHR - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£484
Typical prices: £584-£716
British Airways
Sun 3/1Sat 30/1
LHR - MAA • Direct
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You can fly direct with British Airways. Average duration is 10h 20m
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Cheapest • Avg £548 (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 23m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to Chennai (LHR-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Heathrow to Chennai

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 15 Nov
Air India Logo
09:45 - 12:45LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
22h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
07:25 - 19:30MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
17h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£454Air India
Tue, 3 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
20:55 - 08:05LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
29h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 14:30MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
34h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£454Etihad Airways
Fri, 30 Oct - Sun, 29 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
13:55 - 08:05LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
12h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 12:05MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
31h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£454Etihad Airways
Sat, 19 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
Air India Logo
22:10 - 08:10LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
29h 30m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
Air India Logo
07:25 - 20:20MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
17h 25m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£454Air India
Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 20:50LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
20h 35m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Istanbul Manama Bahrain Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:25 - 20:20MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
17h 25m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£455Multiple Airlines
Thu, 17 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:50 - 11:10LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
16h 50m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 18:10MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
37h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
£455Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
21:40 - 04:45LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
25h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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05:35 - 14:45MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
14h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£458Gulf Air
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
21:40 - 20:40LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
17h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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05:35 - 06:35MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
30h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£458Gulf Air
Fri, 25 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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20:15 - 10:05LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
33h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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22:30 - 17:45MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
23h 45m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
£462IndiGo
Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
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20:10 - 08:20LHR  London Heathrow-MAA Chennai
31h 40m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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13:00 - 18:10MAA  Chennai-LHR London Heathrow
33h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
£467IndiGo
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Heathrow to Chennai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Heathrow to Chennai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport usually cost between £474 and £665 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £454 on Etihad Airways (3 Nov–29 Nov).

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

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

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

The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is September, where tickets cost £473 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £763 and £746 respectively.

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

No, with an average price for the route of £532, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Heathrow to Chennai

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

Expert on LHR

Aviation and business journalist Kirstie didn’t leave England until she was 18 years old, but has since travelled to over 20 countries including Japan, Canada, and Iceland. Her travel expertise lies in European city breaks, including how to find the best locally-owned hotels and restaurants and how to optimise the airport experience for your needs.

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.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£268
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (36% more expensive on average)
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FAQs for booking London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flights

  • Is there public transport from Chennai International Airport to Chennai city centre?

    Taxis are a more convenient and quick way to move to Chennai Central Station from Madras Airport. A taxi ride to Chennai Central from the airport costs around ₹490 (£4.83) and takes approximately 18min. There is still a train linking Madras Airport to Chennai Central Station. The train leaves the airport to Chennai Park and Trisulam. Chennai International Airport is around 10.2 miles away from Chennai Central Railway Station.

  • Does London Heathrow have a Left Luggage facility?

    Each terminal at London Heathrow has a Left Luggage facility. The airport allows keeping baggage at its facility for up to 90 days. You will spend around £7.50 for keeping an item at the facility for up to 3h and around £12.50 for up to 24h.

  • Does London Heathrow have public transport?

    London Heathrow Airport is easily accessible from the southeast, nearby London, and across the UK via buses, coaches, and rail. Heathrow Express, the airport’s dedicated train, offers a faster and stress-free transfer from downtown London to Heathrow. The trains run every 15min from Paddington Station, and it takes around 15min to London Heathrow. Cabs are also plenty from central London to Heathrow. A 2-mile distance from London Heathrow takes around 15min and costs approximately £9.40.

  • Are there charging areas at Chennai Airport?

    There is plenty of free mobile and laptop charging areas throughout the airport. If they’re all fully occupied, check the availability of charging areas with the nearby lounges and shops.

  • Does Chennai International Airport have a spa?

    You will probably want to melt your stress away after a long, tiresome flight from London Heathrow to Chennai Airport. Sonya Spa, located near the Domestic Terminal, is the perfect destination for travellers looking for a manicure, pedicure, massage, and other spa services.

  • Is there a luggage facility at Chennai International Airport?

    Chennai International Airport has a Left Luggage storage facility that charges around ₹20 (£0.2), but the price can vary depending on the size of an item. The storage facility near the Departure Terminal is open 24h. The airport also offers a luggage wrapping service to travellers who want to protect their bags from damage.

  • Which airlines offer the best stopover flights from Heathrow to Chennai?

    Single-stopover flights between these destinations are significantly cheaper than direct flights. Emirates flights with a single stopover in Dubai are one of the best options. Gulf Air offers popular flights with a single stop at Manama Bahrain Airport (BAH) en route. Air India is another top choice with flights with one stopover at New Delhi Airport (DEL) along the way.

  • What routes does British Airways offer from Heathrow to Chennai?

    If you're committed to flying with British Airways, you'll be glad to know there are regular flights from Heathrow to Chennai. The airline offers one route, with a single stopover at Doha International Airport (DOH) en route. Total travel times vary depending on the stopover time.

  • Are there reduced Co2 flights along this route?

    Flights with reduced Co2 emissions are a popular choice for conscious travellers, and there are various options along this route. KLM operates flights with two stops at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and Bengaluru Airport (BLR) with 50% fewer emissions than other flights.

  • What is Air India's baggage policy on these flights?

    All tickets for Air India flights come with a generous baggage allowance. You can take one carry-on bag, and two checked bags of 23 kg each on these flights. If you need more baggage allowance, you can pay for more during online booking.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai was £268 for a one-way ticket and £454 for a return.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between London Heathrow Airport and Chennai, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

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

    There are direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Chennai are Emirates and Oman Air. With an average price for the route of £598 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Oman Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £539 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 London Heathrow Airport to Chennai.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back to London Heathrow Airport with another airline.

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

    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 Chennai from London Heathrow Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

    In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai were found on Etihad Airways (£454) and Air India (£454).

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Chennai to London Heathrow Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £461 or less one-way and £627 or less round-trip.
  • Direct, non-stop flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) are unavailable. However, Air India operates a quick one-stop flight from LHR to MAA via Mumbai.
  • Free Wi-Fi is available at the lounges in Chennai Airport. Passengers can access paid-for Wi-Fi at both Departure and Arrival Terminals.
  • Chennai Airport doesn’t have an overnight facility with a shower and a bed. However, there are a few comfortable seats near the Arrival and Departure gates where passengers can sit throughout the night.
  • Chennai Airport has two lounges, including the TFS lounge the Travel Lounge, which are open for arriving passengers. The latter is less known to many, so it is usually less crowded.
  • Short-Stay Parking is an affordable parking option for stays up to 5h at London Heathrow. However, the airport doesn’t prohibit staying for longer if a flight delays.
  • Rather than taking a taxi or public transport from the airport, consider downloading a rideshare app and using that. Public transport can be difficult to navigate and taxis are expensive. Rideshare is more convenient and affordable. There are dedicated rideshare pick-ups outside of the main terminal exit.
  • Be wary of self-transfer flights from Heathrow (LHR) to Chennai (MAA). They're some of the cheapest options but you'll have to collect your luggage and check in at each stop. They also don't offer security if you miss your flight due to delays, so make sure you have enough time on the stopover to account for this.

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