Cheap flights to Chennai from £336
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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 £539. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Chennai from United Kingdom during October instead. Flights to Chennai in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around £551.
What is the absolute cheapest flight to Chennai?
The best price found on momondo to Chennai was £20/pp from Bengaluru, which is 80% 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 £575. 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 £625. 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 in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £568 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the afternoon when prices are around £614.
How long does it take to fly to Chennai?
The average flight duration from United Kingdom to Chennai depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London Heathrow to Chennai is 10h 15m on average, while flying from Manchester to Chennai is 14h 05m on average. Chennai is the most popular airport in Chennai.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?
Most flyers found that booking tickets 59 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 £659. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though, because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as £592.
Cheapest flights to Chennai airports
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CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM London TO Chennai
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai (MAA)
Typically, flights to Chennai from London are cheaper when flying from London Heathrow to Chennai, which has an average price of £649
| CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | September | 19% cheaper | Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai costs on average just £529 in September |
| MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | July | 36% more expensive | It costs about £889 for flights to Chennai from London Heathrow Airport in July |
| MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | July | 615% more users visited | More 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 | £163 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | £336 |
Fastest flight time | 20h 20m |
Operated By | 3 airlines |
Frequently asked questions about flying to Chennai
How long does it take to fly to Chennai?
Flights to Chennai, India from Heathrow International Airport in London will take between 12 and 14 hours. Flights from Gatwick typically have a couple of stopovers and a travel time of more than 20 hours. Travelling from Scotland? Chennai flight deals from Edinburgh Airport will take close to 14 hours with stopovers in Doha or Paris Charles de Gaulle. The city of Manchester offers flights to Chennai International Airport, Chennai in just over 13 hours with one stopover, or around 20 hours with two stopovers.
Where can you fly directly into Chennai from?
Unfortunately, direct flights to Chennai, India from the UK are currently unavailable. When travelling from London, flights from Heathrow will typically have one stopover in either Dubai or Doha, while flights from Gatwick will have multiple stopovers. Manchester Airport offers Chennai flight deals with a single stopover in Paris, Doha or Dubai, with a similar travel time to flights from Heathrow. Glasgow International Airport has flights to Chennai with a single stopover. Flights from Liverpool typically come with more than one stopover and a longer travel time. It might be easier for you to fly from Manchester or London.
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).
Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Chennai?
With an average price of £96 per person, Tirupati 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 April 2024, there are 35 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.
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.