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$388+ 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 40 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$556
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$388
(Expedia)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$682

Good round-trip deal

$865 or less
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/39:45 amLHR - MAA
1 stop18h 00mAir India
Sun 7/138:40 pmMAA - LHR
1 stop15h 20mAir India
Deal found 6/12$556
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2410:00 amLHR - MAA
1 stop14h 40mGulf Air
Wed 10/226:00 amMAA - LHR
1 stop29h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 6/11$605
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:40 pmLHR - MAA
Nonstop10h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 10/45:35 amMAA - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$632
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 11/101:55 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop24h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 2/93:55 amMAA - LHR
1 stop20h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/10$676
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:55 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 11/53:45 amMAA - LHR
1 stop15h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$677
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 7/19:45 amLHR - MAA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/177:00 amMAA - LHR
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$689
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/87:30 amLHR - MAA
1 stop12h 10mLufthansa
Wed 10/81:55 amMAA - LHR
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$720
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/78:25 amLHR - MAA
1 stop16h 35mOman Air
Wed 1/147:20 amMAA - LHR
1 stop16h 35mOman Air
Deal found 6/10$733
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/288:05 pmLHR - MAA
2 stops28h 45mSWISS
Thu 9/183:25 pmMAA - LHR
2 stops21h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$787
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/236:35 amLHR - MAA
2 stops22h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/2111:15 pmMAA - LHR
2 stops21h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$849

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 7/3

9:45 am-8:15 am

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Sun 7/13

8:40 pm-7:30 am

1 stop15h 20m

$556

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 9/24

10:00 am-5:10 am

1 stop14h 40m

Chennai

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-6:55 am

1 stop29h 25m

$605

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 9/12

12:40 pm-3:30 am

Nonstop10h 20m

Chennai

Sat 10/4

5:35 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$632

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 11/10

1:55 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Chennai

Mon 2/9

3:55 am-6:25 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$676

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 10/7

6:55 pm-2:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

Chennai

Wed 11/5

3:45 am-1:20 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$677

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 7/1

9:45 am-5:20 am

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Thu 7/17

7:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops16h 15m

$689

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 9/8

7:30 am-12:10 am

1 stop12h 10m

Chennai

Wed 10/8

1:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$720

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 12/7

8:25 am-6:30 am

1 stop16h 35m

Chennai

Tue 1/13

7:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$733

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 8/28

8:05 pm-5:20 am

2 stops28h 45m

Chennai

Thu 9/18

3:25 pm-7:55 am

2 stops21h 00m

$787

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sun 11/23

6:35 am-10:25 am

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Sun 12/21

11:15 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$849

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The best insider tips for London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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
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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 June 9, 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 40 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 $943). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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 June 12, 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 22% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Heathrow to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with LOT, Qantas Airways and SWISS from London to Chennai have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews

Overall

7.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hinesh,May 2025

LHR - WAW

Would not recommend this airline flight was delayed baggage was lost bad communication, our bag landed at the destination airport at 12 midday but did not arrive at the hotel till midnight no urgency at all this totally ruined the first 2 days of our trip worst airline I have used.

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. 8 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 1 inbound flight from London Heathrow per day.

  • 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 $556 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Gulf Air and British Airways, starting at $605 and $632 round-trip. Users have found that Air India is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $388. Etihad Airways flights start at $413 while deals on Gulf Air start at $431 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is generally $1,015, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $786. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), you can expect to pay $709 for that flight.

  • 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 $943). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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 8 airlines flying from Heathrow to Chennai

Discover the top 8 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$549Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$566Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Gulf AirCheapest$589Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Oman AirCheapest$603Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$610Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$639Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$642Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$652Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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