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Flight deals from Chennai to London

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai to London? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.Rs67,186 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Apr.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Wed, 9 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,186, select.
London.Rs70,471 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Tue, 13 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs70,471, select.
London.Rs71,239 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs71,239, select.
London.Rs76,883 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs76,883, select.
London.Rs77,449 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,449, select.
London.Rs84,382 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Dec.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 22 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,382, select.
London.Rs84,409 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,409, select.
London.Rs84,409 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs84,409, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to London

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to London flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from Rs67,186
May
from Rs70,471
Jun
from Rs71,239
Jul
from Rs77,449
Aug
from Rs92,549
Sep
from Rs84,409
Oct
from Rs84,409
Nov
from Rs84,409
Dec
from Rs84,382
Jan
from Rs85,017
Feb
from Rs76,883
Mar
from Rs86,758

Direct flights from Chennai to London

Alternative Chennai to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chennai to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chennai to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs67,186
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time11 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to London is Rs117,964. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Chennai to London.
American Airlines and British Airways fly direct from Chennai to London.
As of April 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Chennai to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to London is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Chennai Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Heathrow – which is 22.9 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from Rs117,964.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to London on Wednesday, 2 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 20 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, Lufthansa and British Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to London.

Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to London: what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours 12 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to London.

  • London is 5 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Chennai Airport (MAA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take your pick of 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MAA to LHR is the 05:35 British Airways option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 07:50 with British Airways.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from MAA to London, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from Chennai Airport to London that lands at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • British Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Chennai Airport to London.

  • We make it simple to find a flight from MAA to London that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • You will need an embassy visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Chennai Airport to London, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.

  • Travelling from central Chennai to MAA takes approximately 49 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 47 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Chennai Airport to London? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to London

  • Rs67,186 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs117,964. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • Book 2 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAA to London.

  • Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chennai Airport to London. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from MAA to London. You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll notify you when the price changes.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 31 kilometres. It takes about 57 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour and 1 minute to get there by public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you're taking a late flight from Chennai Airport to London. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • The centre of London is about 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). As soon as your flight from Chennai Airport to London has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour and 19 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • After your flight from MAA to London, unwind at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to London

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, head for London in February when things are quieter.

  • Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to London, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from MAA to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.

More about London

  • Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chennai Airport to London, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your London travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.

Complete your London trip with a car rental

  • Pick one of our car rentals in London and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Chennai Airport to London.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chennai to London

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.