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£247 Cheap flights to Chennai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Chennai departing on 12/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Gulf Air Logo
10:40 - 05:20
LGW
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MAA
14h 10m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
06:10 - 06:55
MAA
-
LGW
29h 15m
1 stop
£465Gulf Air
Wed, 9 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 15:05
LHR
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MAA
18h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
03:15 - 13:45
MAA
-
LHR
16h 00m
1 stop
£465Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 9 Mar
Etihad Airways Logo
14:45 - 15:05
LHR
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MAA
19h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 15:05
MAA
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LHR
27h 30m
1 stop
£465Etihad Airways
Wed, 12 Aug - Fri, 2 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 02:50
LGW
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MAA
13h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
04:20 - 13:25
MAA
-
LGW
13h 35m
1 stop
£465Qatar Airways
Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
20:45 - 15:05
LHR
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MAA
13h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 15:05
MAA
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LHR
27h 30m
1 stop
£467Etihad Airways
Mon, 14 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 02:50
LGW
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MAA
13h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
04:20 - 13:25
MAA
-
LGW
13h 35m
1 stop
£468Qatar Airways
Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 20:10
STN
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MAA
18h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 17:55
MAA
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STN
25h 40m
1 stop
£525Emirates
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 10 Mar
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 20:10
STN
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MAA
18h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
09:50 - 17:55
MAA
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STN
13h 35m
1 stop
£525Emirates
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 10 Mar
British Airways Logo
05:50 - 03:30
GLA
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MAA
17h 10m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 22:15
MAA
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GLA
21h 10m
1 stop
£632British Airways
Mon, 21 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
British Airways Logo
18:30 - 03:30
ABZ
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MAA
28h 30m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 18:20
MAA
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ABZ
17h 15m
1 stop
£652British Airways
Mon, 21 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

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LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Wed 9/9

10:40-05:20

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Tue 15/9

06:10-06:55

1 stop29h 15m

£465

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 12/10

15:50-15:05

2 stops18h 45m

Chennai

Tue 9/3

03:15-13:45

1 stop16h 00m

£465

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 12/8

14:45-15:05

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

Fri 2/10

16:05-15:05

1 stop27h 30m

£465
Fastest return journey

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 15/9

09:00-02:50

1 stop13h 20m

Chennai

Tue 6/10

04:20-13:25

1 stop13h 35m

£465

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Mon 14/9

20:45-15:05

1 stop13h 50m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

16:05-15:05

1 stop27h 30m

£467

LondonChennai

LGW - MAA

LGWMAA

London Gatwick

Tue 15/9

09:00-02:50

1 stop13h 20m

Chennai

Tue 6/10

04:20-13:25

1 stop13h 35m

£468

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Wed 28/10

20:15-20:10

1 stop18h 25m

Chennai

Wed 10/3

21:45-17:55

1 stop25h 40m

£525

LondonChennai

STN - MAA

STNMAA

London Stansted

Wed 28/10

20:15-20:10

1 stop18h 25m

Chennai

Wed 10/3

09:50-17:55

1 stop13h 35m

£525

GlasgowChennai

GLA - MAA

GLAMAA

Glasgow Intl

Mon 21/9

05:50-03:30

1 stop17h 10m

Chennai

Sat 3/10

05:35-22:15

1 stop21h 10m

£632

AberdeenChennai

ABZ - MAA

ABZMAA

Aberdeen Dyce

Mon 21/9

18:30-03:30

1 stop28h 30m

Chennai

Sat 3/10

05:35-18:20

1 stop17h 15m

£652

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Chennai flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from United Kingdom, with most prices found around £465. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Chennai from United Kingdom during November instead. Flights to Chennai in November, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around £474.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Chennai?

The best price found on momondo to Chennai was £45/pp from Mumbai, which is 3% cheaper than the average flight price to Chennai. To find the cheapest price to Chennai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £624. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around £743. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chennai.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Flying to Chennai from United Kingdom at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £667 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the morning when prices are around £709.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around £569 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from United Kingdom for as low as £517 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Chennai

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTSeptember18% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai costs on average just £471 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly40% more expensiveIt costs about £797 for flights to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly659% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport in July than any other month

Cheap Chennai flight deals and tips

Summary info about Chennai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£247

Best Round-Trip Price

£465

Fastest flight time

17h 25m

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July
The best one-way flight price to Chennai from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £247 (Manchester to Chennai).
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The best round-trip flight price to Chennai from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £465 (London Gatwick to Chennai).
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The fastest flight to Chennai from United Kingdom takes 17h 25m (London Luton to Chennai).
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July has the highest demand for flights to Chennai, with a 14% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Chennai

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 78 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Chennai. During this timeframe, flight prices are around £567. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though, because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as £495.

Is there an alternative airport near Chennai?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Chennai is possible. If you are planning a flight to Chennai, consider booking flights to Tirupati Airport (62 mi from Chennai city centre) or Pondicherry Airport (83 mi from Chennai city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Chennai?

With an average price of £34 per person, Pondicherry Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Chennai. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Chennai Airport?

As of June 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Chennai Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Chennai?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

Can I find flights to Chennai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Chennai with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to Chennai?

Once all potential Chennai flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Chennai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Chennai, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Chennai and alert you when they change.

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