Cheap flights from Chennai to London
A handful of carriers link Chennai with London, mostly through connections rather than nonstop service. Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air and Lufthansa each offer different fare structures on this route, while budget options like Akasa Air and Indigo appear less frequently.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 6 Jun 2027 | from $238 | Search 6 Jun 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 19 Nov 2026 | from $310 | Search 19 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 19 Nov 2026 | from $328 | Search 19 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 19 Nov 2026 | from $338 | Search 19 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 19 Nov 2026 | from $357 | Search 19 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 19 Nov 2026 | from $362 | Search 19 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 19 Nov 2026 | from $390 | Search 19 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 19 Nov 2026 | from $406 | Search 19 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 19 Nov 2026 | from $413 | Search 19 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 11 Jan 2027 | from $414 | Search 11 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 2 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: July — from $237.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $310 | 19 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $469 | 28 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $397 | 11 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $308 | 27 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $313 | 12 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $302 | 30 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $237 | 20 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $238 | 6 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $237 | 28 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $395 | 15 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $237 | 16 Sept 2027 | |
| October 2027 | from $359 | 1 Oct 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai | Chennai International MAA | 15 km |
| London | London City LCY | 13 km |
| London | Gatwick LGW | 40 km |
| London | Heathrow LHR | 24 km |
| London | Luton LTN | 44 km |
| London | Stansted STN | 49 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Travel demand shifts around British school holidays and the winter period when families visit relatives in India. February tends to have lower fares as it falls outside peak seasons. Weekday departures often cost less than weekend flights, though prices fluctuate throughout each month based on availability rather than fixed patterns.
Airlines and what to expect
Full-service carriers like Emirates, Etihad Airways and Lufthansa typically include checked baggage and meal service in their base fares. Budget airlines such as Akasa Air and Indigo charge separately for luggage and seat selection. Kuwait Airways and Gulf Air offer mid-range options with varying inclusions depending on the fare class chosen.
Arriving — London
London has five airports, each requiring different ground transport arrangements. Heathrow connects well by rail to central London, while Gatwick offers train services that reach the city centre within an hour. Stansted and Luton rely more heavily on coach connections, and London City sits closest to financial districts but handles fewer flights.
Before you go: United Kingdom
- Currency
- GBP (£)
- Power sockets
- Type G · 230 V
- Language
- English
- Emergency number
- 112, 999
- Calling code
- +44
- Internet domain
- .uk
- Population of London
- 8.8 M (2021)
- Time zone
- UTC+00 (Europe/London)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Compare baggage allowances between full-service carriers and budget airlines before selecting your fare class
- Verify which departure airport matches your booking when the airline operates from multiple terminals
- Check whether your connection requires separate tickets or if one reservation covers both segments
- Confirm passport validity requirements for entry into the United Kingdom
- Review seasonal price differences as February often shows lower fares than summer months
Frequently asked questions
Chennai – London: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for July 2027 — $237. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Chennai – London: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Kuwait Airways, Akasa Air, Etihad Airways, Emirates, Oman Air, Indigo, Air India, Air India Charters, Gulf Air, Air Arabia.
Chennai – London: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Chennai to London?
The distance is about 8,211 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 10 h 28 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Chennai – London?
Chennai: Chennai International (MAA). London: London City (LCY), Gatwick (LGW), Heathrow (LHR), Luton (LTN), Stansted (STN).
What is the time difference between Chennai and London?
London is 4.5 h behind Chennai.
Chennai — more routes
| To | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam | Indigo | with a stop | 9 Nov 2026 | from $277 |
| Frankfurt | Akasa Air | with a stop | 9 Nov 2026 | from $357 |
| Vienna | Etihad Airways | with a stop | 31 Jan 2027 | from $372 |
| Istanbul | Air Arabia | with a stop | 6 Jan 2027 | from $407 |
| Warsaw | Akasa Air | with a stop | 25 Nov 2026 | from $432 |
| Krakow | Air Arabia | with a stop | 17 Jan 2027 | from $460 |