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$379+ 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — MAA
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Tue 9/1
Tue 9/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Chennai are usually found in September or November, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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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 August 2, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 9/132:45 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop24h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/173:40 pm
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/31$656
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/72:45 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/154:05 am
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/2$657
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/262:45 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop25h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/93:40 pm
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop31h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$663
This Gulf 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/289:40 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop25h 35m
Gulf Air
Fri 11/205:35 am
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop30h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/29$667
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 11/138:55 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/214:10 pm
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop27h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/31$668
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sun 11/298:55 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop12h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 12/144:10 pm
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop27h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/1$669
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2210:10 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop18h 10m
Air India
Sun 11/89:15 pm
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop27h 45m
Air India
Deal found 7/29$670
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/172:45 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop13h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/264:05 pm
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop25h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/2$671
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 10/299:40 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop17h 30m
Gulf Air
Wed 12/25:35 am
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/31$672
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2210:10 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop20h 40m
Air India
Sat 11/76:00 am
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop20h 00m
Air India
Deal found 7/29$674
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Tue 11/179:40 pm
LHR
-
MAA
1 stop25h 35m
Gulf Air
Thu 12/35:35 am
MAA
-
LHR
1 stop30h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 8/1$675

Find 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 August 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$656
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$379
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$903

Good round-trip deal

$1,017 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($122 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 1/5

8:35 am-2:30 am

1 stop12h 25m

Chennai

Tue 3/2

7:35 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

$728
Quickest round-trip

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 9/11

12:40 pm-3:30 am

Nonstop10h 20m

Chennai

Mon 9/28

5:35 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$755

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 9/26

12:40 pm-3:30 am

Nonstop10h 20m

Chennai

Tue 10/27

7:35 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

$860

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 9/15

6:00 am-8:55 am

2 stops22h 25m

Chennai

Mon 10/5

1:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$877

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 9/21

12:40 pm-3:30 am

Nonstop10h 20m

Chennai

Wed 9/30

5:35 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$903

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 9/16

6:00 am-8:55 am

2 stops22h 25m

Chennai

Sat 10/3

6:00 pm-9:55 am

2 stops20h 25m

$905

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Thu 9/17

6:00 am-8:55 am

2 stops22h 25m

Chennai

Mon 9/28

6:00 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops24h 10m

$910

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Fri 9/11

8:05 pm-8:55 am

2 stops32h 20m

Chennai

Mon 9/28

6:00 pm-1:40 pm

3 stops24h 10m

$914

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 8/12

10:00 am-5:20 am

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Sat 8/22

9:35 pm-6:55 am

1 stop13h 50m

$917

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 8/15

10:05 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Chennai

Wed 8/19

6:10 am-6:55 am

1 stop29h 15m

$922

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Compare providers for flights from Heathrow to Chennai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Heathrow to Chennai in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on London Heathrow Airport-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London Heathrow Airport-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London Heathrow Airport-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Chennai

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, you should look to book at least 88 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 $641). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,071). 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 August 2, 2026.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flights typically cost between $703 and $1,167 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $656 on Etihad Airways (Sep 13-Sep 17).

The best insider tips for London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flights

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Ria Gupta

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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 August 2, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Etihad Airways, andGulf 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
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,499 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
Gulf Air
7.2
Good
239 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,139 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,954 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sharyn,Jun 2023

DXB - BOM

Seats were very narrow. The seat belts were very tight. The gluten-free food was awful. The roll was listed as vegan….not gluten free. I received vegan butter. Butter itself is gluten free so why couldn’t I have had regular butter?!?!?

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. 5 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 3 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 24h 55m. Fly via Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. London Heathrow Airport and Chennai are separated by a distance of 5113 mi.

  • 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 $497 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Gulf Air and Etihad Airways, starting at $534 and $625 round-trip. Users have found that Air India is 34% 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 $273. Etihad Airways flights start at $382 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $418 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

    Consider Finnair (85%), American Airlines (80%) or British Airways (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai.

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

    While on average a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is generally $1,060, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $919. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chennai), you can expect to pay $703 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 $641). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,071). 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 5 airlines flying from Heathrow to Chennai

Discover the top 5 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 August 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$497Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Gulf AirCheapest$534Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$625Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$777Average$954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$786Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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