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$321+ 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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
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lun. 8/4
lun. 8/11
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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 julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$565
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$321
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,085

Good one-way deal

$1,207 or less
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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 julio 30, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/110:10 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop27h 35mAir India
dom. 9/144:00 pmMAA - LHR
1 stop32h 50mAir India
Deal found 7/28$565
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
vie. 9/269:40 pmLHR - MAA
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
lun. 9/294:25 amMAA - LHR
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$592
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
dom. 9/72:45 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
jue. 9/254:35 pmMAA - LHR
1 stop27h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$605
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
jue. 9/116:15 amLHR - MAA
2 stops19h 20mAir France
jue. 9/188:10 pmMAA - LHR
2 stops18h 50mAir France
Deal found 7/29$622
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mié. 11/129:50 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop25h 25mGulf Air
jue. 11/275:35 amMAA - LHR
1 stop30h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 7/28$629
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
mié. 10/298:05 pmLHR - MAA
1 stop28h 55mOman Air
vie. 11/283:00 pmMAA - LHR
1 stop20h 25mOman Air
Deal found 7/29$687
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
dom. 12/286:30 amLHR - MAA
1 stop12h 05mLufthansa
vie. 1/301:50 amMAA - LHR
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 7/27$693
This Kuwait Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kuwait Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/3111:45 amLHR - MAA
1 stop13h 35mKuwait Airways
mar. 1/272:50 amMAA - LHR
1 stop17h 25mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/27$707

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

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Heathrow

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Chennai

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Price

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

vie. 9/26

9:40 pm-4:25 am

2 stops26h 15m

Chennai

lun. 9/29

4:25 am-12:45 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$592

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

sáb. 9/13

12:30 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

sáb. 9/20

11:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop27h 00m

$594

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

dom. 9/7

2:45 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

jue. 9/25

4:35 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$605

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

jue. 9/11

6:15 am-6:05 am

2 stops19h 20m

Chennai

jue. 9/18

8:10 pm-10:30 am

2 stops18h 50m

$622

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

mié. 10/29

9:50 pm-4:45 am

1 stop25h 25m

Chennai

lun. 2/16

5:35 am-2:45 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$624

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

vie. 1/23

8:25 am-6:30 am

1 stop16h 35m

Chennai

jue. 2/26

7:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$687

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

vie. 1/16

6:30 am-12:05 am

1 stop12h 05m

Chennai

sáb. 1/24

1:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop13h 25m

$690

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

mar. 12/2

6:50 am-2:20 pm

3 stops26h 00m

$321

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

lun. 12/1

9:05 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$335

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

dom. 10/5

2:45 pm-8:30 am

1 stop13h 15m

$409

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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 July 25, 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 $941). 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 julio 30, 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 at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Chennai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated julio 30, 2025.

The most flights from LHR to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 21% of 1-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

New Delhi (DEL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $613.

What’s the fastest layover option from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 23m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Colombo (CMB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 15m.

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 julio 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Air France, and SWISS 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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 $565 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Air France, starting at $605 and $622 round-trip. Users have found that Air India is 26% 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 $335. Etihad Airways flights start at $409 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $416 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 $1,223, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $726. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), you can expect to pay $681 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 $941). 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 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$549Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$566Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Gulf AirCheapest$589Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Oman AirCheapest$603Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$610Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$639Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$641Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$652Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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