Journey information
Overview: London to Chennai flight
Flights from London to Chennai depart on average 92 times per day, taking around 10h 58m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £258 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest flight covers the 8210 km distance in 12h 10m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 8210 km |
Average flight duration 10h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £258 |
Flights per day 92 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 12h 10m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 00:15 |
Last flight 23:15 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Chennai
Cheapest price
£283
Average price
£283
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 40 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
8210 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Chennai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Chennai will cost around £283 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £283.
Of the 1 flights that leave London for Chennai every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 8210 km distance in an average of 12 h 40 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
The slowest flights will take 12 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
London to Chennai flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Chennai flights for today, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:00 London | 43h35 | 08:35 Chennai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:10 London | 27h35 | 00:45 Chennai | 0 changesdirect | |
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Airlines: British Airways, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Emirates, Gulf Air from London to ChennaiFind the best flights between London to Chennai with Omio's travel partners British Airways, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Emirates, Gulf Air from £258. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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FAQs: London to Chennai flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Chennai by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chennai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in London and Chennai
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours.
- Shops are located in the departure lounge, including WHSmith and Boots.
- Short-stay parking located near the terminal, approximately 9.6€ (£8) for the first hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges like the Escape Lounge offer amenities such as food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in the terminal, with services provided by Excess Baggage Company.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus Express
- Train: Stansted Express
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in terminals, including duty-free and local crafts.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 1.9€ ($2) per hour.
- Various restaurants in terminals, including Indian cuisine and fast food
- Ramps
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as Radisson Blu Hotel Cheni.
- Showers available in lounges, price varies.
- Lounges available, including Air India Maharaja Lounge.
- Lost and Found located in the arrivals area.
- Car rental services available, including Avis and Hertz
- Suburban Train, Tirusulam Station, 21 km
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