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£234 Cheap flights to Chennai

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07:20 - 20:10
EDI
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MAA
32h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 - 07:45
MAA
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EDI
26h 00m
2 stops
£452Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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08:00 - 20:10
BHX
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MAA
31h 40m
2 stops
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15:40 - 00:50
MAA
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BHX
37h 40m
3 stops
£457Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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16:55 - 08:25
EDI
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MAA
35h 00m
2 stops
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04:05 - 22:35
MAA
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EDI
23h 00m
2 stops
£477Multiple Airlines
Sat, 3 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Gulf Air Logo
10:00 - 20:50
LHR
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MAA
30h 20m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 14:45
MAA
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LHR
14h 40m
1 stop
£489Gulf Air
Sat, 10 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
Air India Logo
21:05 - 18:20
LHR
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MAA
16h 45m
1 stop
Air India Logo
10:45 - 20:20
MAA
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LHR
14h 05m
1 stop
£491Air India
Wed, 23 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
19:20 - 15:05
LHR
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MAA
14h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 12:05
MAA
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LHR
31h 40m
1 stop
£492Etihad Airways
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
21:50 - 04:45
LHR
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MAA
25h 25m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 06:35
MAA
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LHR
30h 30m
1 stop
£496Gulf Air
Tue, 3 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Air India Logo
21:05 - 20:40
LHR
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MAA
18h 05m
1 stop
Air India Logo
10:45 - 19:30
MAA
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LHR
14h 15m
1 stop
£496Air India
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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19:40 - 03:30
GLA
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MAA
27h 20m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 16:05
MAA
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GLA
15h 00m
1 stop
£573British Airways
Fri, 4 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct
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09:00 - 05:35
ABZ
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MAA
15h 05m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 18:40
MAA
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ABZ
16h 35m
1 stop
£654British Airways
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 1 Dec

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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

07:20-20:10

2 stops32h 20m

Chennai

Wed 30/9

10:15-07:45

2 stops26h 00m

£452

BirminghamChennai

BHX - MAA

BHXMAA

Birmingham

Sat 5/9

08:00-20:10

2 stops31h 40m

Chennai

Mon 28/9

15:40-00:50

3 stops37h 40m

£457

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/10

16:55-08:25

2 stops35h 00m

Chennai

Sun 18/10

04:05-22:35

2 stops23h 00m

£477

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 10/10

10:00-20:50

1 stop30h 20m

Chennai

Thu 12/11

05:35-14:45

1 stop14h 40m

£489
Fastest return journey

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Wed 23/9

21:05-18:20

1 stop16h 45m

Chennai

Sun 11/10

10:45-20:20

1 stop14h 05m

£491

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 7/11

19:20-15:05

1 stop14h 15m

Chennai

Sat 5/12

09:55-12:05

1 stop31h 40m

£492

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Tue 3/11

21:50-04:45

1 stop25h 25m

Chennai

Thu 19/11

05:35-06:35

1 stop30h 30m

£496

LondonChennai

LHR - MAA

LHRMAA

London Heathrow

Sat 7/11

21:05-20:40

1 stop18h 05m

Chennai

Sat 28/11

10:45-19:30

1 stop14h 15m

£496

GlasgowChennai

GLA - MAA

GLAMAA

Glasgow Intl

Fri 4/9

19:40-03:30

1 stop27h 20m

Chennai

Fri 9/10

05:35-16:05

1 stop15h 00m

£573

AberdeenChennai

ABZ - MAA

ABZMAA

Aberdeen Dyce

Fri 30/10

09:00-05:35

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Tue 1/12

07:35-18:40

1 stop16h 35m

£654

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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 £469. 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 £481.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Chennai?

The best price found on momondo to Chennai was £43/pp from Visakhapatnam, which is 20% 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 £631. 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 £779. 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 £671 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 £727.

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 £570 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 £527 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Chennai

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTSeptember17% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai costs on average just £476 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly41% more expensiveIt costs about £805 for flights to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly625% 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

£234

Best Round-Trip Price

£452

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 £234 (Manchester to Chennai).
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The best return flight price to Chennai from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £452 (Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai).
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The fastest flight to Chennai from United Kingdom takes 17h 25m (London Heathrow 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 82 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 £565. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though, because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as £505.

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 July 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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