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$325+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Chennai are usually found in September or May, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$533
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$325
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$630
From London Heathrow to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/209:05 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop28h 15mAir India
Fri 11/287:30 amMAA - LHR
1 stop17h 30mAir India
Deal found 9/12$533
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:10 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop31h 30mAir India
Tue 9/309:35 amMAA - LHR
1 stop15h 15mAir India
Deal found 9/12$536
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/219:05 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop12h 30mAir India
Sun 11/303:35 pmMAA - LHR
1 stop33h 25mAir India
Deal found 9/13$538
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:15 amLHR - MAA
2 stops21h 35mAir France
Tue 9/308:10 pmMAA - LHR
2 stops18h 50mAir France
Deal found 9/12$542
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/610:10 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop18h 00mAir India
Wed 10/156:40 amMAA - LHR
1 stop17h 20mAir India
Deal found 9/13$555
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/159:05 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop23h 20mAir India
Tue 9/236:40 amMAA - LHR
1 stop18h 10mAir India
Deal found 9/13$561
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:15 pmLHR - MAA
3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/309:30 pmMAA - LHR
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$566
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2010:10 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop18h 00mAir India
Tue 10/2810:45 amMAA - LHR
1 stop14h 15mAir India
Deal found 9/12$583
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:20 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop13h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 11/243:55 amMAA - LHR
1 stop16h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/13$584
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/207:20 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop19h 05mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/273:55 amMAA - LHR
1 stop32h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/12$588

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 9/24

12:40 pm-3:30 am

Nonstop10h 20m

Chennai

Tue 9/30

5:35 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$593

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 3/1

2:10 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop9h 55m

Chennai

Wed 3/11

7:35 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

$593

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 2/18

7:20 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Thu 3/5

10:00 am-6:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$612

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

9:00 am-2:50 am

1 stop13h 20m

Chennai

Tue 11/11

7:35 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

$756

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 10/14

7:30 am-12:10 am

1 stop12h 10m

Chennai

Tue 10/28

1:50 am-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$842

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 10/18

10:05 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Chennai

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$850

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

9:45 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$390

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 12/2

7:20 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$446

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 10/13

8:55 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$488

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 10/8

9:30 am-2:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$494

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The best insider tips for London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your London Heathrow Airport to Chennai trip
Airports
LHR

Expect strict security at Heathrow. Ensure all liquids are in one small bag to avoid delays during manual screening.

Read more about LHRby Ramsey Qubein
MAA

Expect slow immigration at MAA. The process can take about an hour, including luggage pick-up.

Read more about MAAby Ria Gupta
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LHR

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Ria Gupta

Ria Gupta

Expert on MAA

Ria Gupta

Ria Gupta

An independent journalist born and brought up in India, Ria travels to learn from the world at large. She’s a solo traveler at heart, and hopes that her tips, insights, and inspirations can help people take off without waiting for others. With a passion for flying, Ria finds freedom in the skies as much as on the ground. She’s contributed to titles like Condé Nast Traveller, Elle Decor, and Harper’s Bazaar.

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Heathrow with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to Chennai. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, you should look to book at least 52 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of $936). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated September 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Gulf Air from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
209 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,930 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from London Heathrow?

    Chennai (MAA), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from London Heathrow to Chennai. 7 airlines have flights to Chennai from London Heathrow on a regular basis. Booking flights from London Heathrow to Chennai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day.

  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in 10h 20m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. London Heathrow Airport and Chennai are separated by a distance of 5113 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is Air India. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $549 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Gulf Air, starting at $566 and $589 round-trip. Users have found that Air India is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai (average of $936). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Heathrow to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$549Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$566Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Gulf AirCheapest$589Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$610Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$639Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$641Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$652Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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