Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Flights via Manama (BAH) offer the lowest average return price of £575.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai on average per day?

As of October 2025, 1 flights take off from London Heathrow Airport and land in Chennai each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 14:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai on average per week?

12 flights are operational weekly from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Air India, British Airways and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport according to our data. Air India is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 00m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 10m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to Chennai?

Air India and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to Chennai

How often are flights from London to Chennai delayed?

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between London and Chennai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 138 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Chennai flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Chennai?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Chennai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of October 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport 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 from London Heathrow Airport 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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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport, with most prices found around £475. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport during May instead. Flights to Chennai in May, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around £487.

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 £615. 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 £687. 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 London Heathrow Airport in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £537 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the morning when prices are around £662.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around £572 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 London Heathrow Airport for as low as £510 on momondo.

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How have London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport in the past 72 hours is £608. The best return flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £558.

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The distance between London Heathrow and Chennai is about 5112.7 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 45m.
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Prices for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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As of October 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Heathrow Airport 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 from London Heathrow Airport 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.
What is the most popular plane model from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, representing 93.40% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 4.85%, Airbus A350-1000 at 0.92%, and Boeing 777 at 0.33%.
What is the most popular airline from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai is Air India, representing 25% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are British Airways at 21%, Etihad Airways at 17%, and Gulf Air at 12%.

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Air India	PriceFrom £379	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,940 reviews	Search Air India flights
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Air France	PriceFrom £409	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,482 reviews	Search Air France flights
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IndiGo	PriceFrom £453	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 489 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Oman Air	PriceFrom £459	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 99 reviews	Search Oman Air flights
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Heathrow Airport and Chennai?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London Heathrow to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for London Heathrow Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Heathrow to Chennai?

Air India and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London Heathrow to Chennai

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

How often are flights from London to Chennai delayed?

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between London and Chennai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 138 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Chennai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Chennai flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Chennai?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Flights via Manama (BAH) offer the lowest average return price of £575.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 00m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 10m.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai on average per day?

As of October 2025, 1 flights take off from London Heathrow Airport and land in Chennai each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 14:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai on average per week?

12 flights are operational weekly from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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