Flights from London to Chennai from GBP472

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Flights from London to Chennai

Best Deals for London to Chennai Flights on Etihad

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Best Deals for London to Chennai Flights on Etihad
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Fly from London to Chennai with Etihad Airways

Book flights from London to Chennai with Etihad to find yourself surrounded by brightly-coloured temples, a golden shoreline and welcoming people.

Visit this delightful Indian city and you can experience relaxation on the delightfully vast Marina Beach. There’s also the opportunity to explore the city’s many religious monuments, including Santhome Cathedral Basilica and Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathyswamy Temple.

Travel from the UK capital to a stunning Indian destination when you arrange your London to Chennai tickets today.

LHR to MAA: flight facts

Journey time 13hrs 15mins

Our shortest flights from London to Chennai take just over 13 hours. Total travel time may vary depending on your connection at Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Flight distance 5,300 miles

Flights from London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chennai airport (MAA) via Abu Dhabi cover 5,300 miles (8,530 kilometres).

Your flight from London to Chennai

Your flight from London (LHR) to Chennai (MAA) departs London Heathrow Airport, heading south over Europe. You’ll soar above the Black Sea, before landing in Abu Dhabi on the Arabian Gulf.

Relax in the luxurious airport serving the United Arab Emirates’ capital, or explore the city by extending your transfer when you book. You’ll then embark across Oman, the Arabian Sea and South Asia, touching down in Chennai.

*Aircraft, cabins and services may vary by route and flight. You can check this when you search for your flight. This page was last updated Sept 2019.

Flying from London to Chennai: FAQs

Which language is spoken in Chennai?

Tamil is the most commonly-spoken language in Chennai.

Other languages widely spoken include Hindi, Urdu, Telugu and Malayalam. Many locals also speak English – especially those working in tourist attractions.

What attractions should I see in Chennai?

Chennai, formerly Madras, has a fascinating history, bright and beautiful temples and the second longest urban beach in the world.

There are also delightful open spaces to explore too. Guindy National Park has an array of wildlife living within its boundaries, while you can also enjoy a stroll around Semmozhi Poonga Botanical Gardens.

Top tips for London to Chennai

close up view of kapaleeshwarar temple chennai

Take to the temple

Book London to Chennai flights and you’ll notice a stark contrast in the architecture of the two cities. London’s iconic stone and marble buildings are a world away from the bright colours of Chennai.

Head to one of the city’s most traditional neighbourhoods, such as Mylapore, and marvel at the ornately decorated Kapaleeshwarar Temple – a stunning Hindu structure.

aerial view of marina beach in chennai india

Bask on the beach

While Londoners have to jump on a train for a beach experience, Chennai is blessed with one of the longest urban beaches in the world, right on its doorstep.

Marina Beach spans eight miles of golden coastline and is lined with vendors selling local products. Be sure to catch one of the memorable sunsets here.