What percentage of London to Chennai flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 20% of flights from London to Chennai have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that a significant majority of routes on this path involve at least one stop, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from London to Chennai?

The direct flight from London to Chennai typically takes approximately 10 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 8235 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 15 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in travel time when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for London to Chennai flights?

Historically, deals for flights from London to Chennai have been frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to find more favorable fares. Regular fluctuations in pricing over the trailing 30 days indicate opportunities for savings if monitored consistently.

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London to Chennai: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Chennai

Most itineraries for cheap flights from London to Chennai connect at least once. Only a small fraction, 0.2%, of recent fares were non-stop. For the majority of connecting itineraries, you can expect to make 2 stopovers.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from London to Chennai, you'll find that March stands out with a median fare of $381. February is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $410. Following these, May presents another good option with a median fare of $457.

A typical journey from London to Chennai, including connections, takes about 10h 20m. This duration reflects the overall median for all observed itineraries on this long-haul route. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time is 15h 55m.

Fares for flights from London to Chennai typically range from $661–$1390, with a median of $1049. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only a small portion, 3%, of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

How much is a round trip from London to Chennai

Regular price: £459 - £1,199

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Chennai is 459 GBP to 1199 GBP. The current lowest deal is 383 GBP with Wizz Air UK for travel from Sep 1-Sep 9.

now £383

Low £459

High £1,199

The cheapest time to fly from London to Chennai

The cheapest month to fly from London to Chennai is February, with a median price of $412. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1284. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

February

Cheapest

Flights from £412

November

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,284

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Direct flights from London to Chennai

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Chennai

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chennai

London (LGW) - Chennai (MAA)

Big Sky Airlines

£718

£452

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Chennai

London (STN) - Chennai (MAA)

Jet2.com

£689

£448

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Chennai

London (STN) - Chennai (MAA)

Jet2.com

£733

£479

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Chennai

London (STN) - Chennai (MAA)

Valuair

£804

£480

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Chennai

London (STN) - Chennai (MAA)

Jet2.com

£690

£449

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chennai

London (LGW) - Chennai (MAA)

easyJet UK

£774

£491

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Chennai

14 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 21

£799 → £458

43%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

£801 → £470

41%

12 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 19

£790 → £462

41%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

£804 → £480

40%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Chennai

London - Chennai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from London to Chennai are $1049, which is above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices.

Historically, February has the lowest median price at $412 for flights from London to Chennai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 10h 20m.

The typical direct flight from London to Chennai takes 10h 20m, while connecting flights average 15h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 20% of recent flights from London to Chennai are direct, with most connecting via 2 stops.

🏆 Airline highlight

British Airways offers direct flights.

British Airways is one airline that historically offers direct flights from London to Chennai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from London to Chennai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

London Heathrow offers flights to Chennai, with prices from 442 GBP, making it a good option.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£442

Chennai main airports to arrive at

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from London to Chennai.

📍 ~14 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£389

Airports nearby Chennai used as alternative

Bengaluru International (BLR)

Cheapest

Bengaluru International is a major international hub with extensive global and domestic networks, offering a reliable alternative.

📍 ~280 km from Chennai (requires approximately 5-6 hours of ground travel)

💸 Flights from ~£337

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chennai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Chennai is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $507. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, with an average of $1754 for flights booked 60+ days out. Even closer to departure, flights booked 0-6 days out averaged $545, indicating that last-minute deals can sometimes be found, though the 7-13 day window generally offers better value across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from London to Chennai is considered to be $661 or less. The median price for this route was $1049, with 75% of observed fares being $1390 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $661 threshold.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Chennai, with a median price of $381. February also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $410. May typically sees a median price of $457. These months present more affordable options compared to the annual median price of $1049 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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London to Chennai: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Chennai

How much is a round trip from London to Chennai

Regular price: £459 - £1,199

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Chennai is 459 GBP to 1199 GBP. The current lowest deal is 383 GBP with Wizz Air UK for travel from Sep 1-Sep 9.

now £383

Low £459

High £1,199

The cheapest time to fly from London to Chennai

February

Cheapest

Flights from £412

November

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,284

Jan

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec