Flights from London (LON) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
You will be served meals on both the London to Singapore and Singapore to Chennai sectors, with menus designed to offer a choice of regional and international dishes in every cabin.

Special Meals
We offer a range of special meals to suit different dietary needs on this route. These should be requested in advance through our website or your travel agent, so we can prepare them for your flight.

Book the Cook
Eligible customers in premium cabins on selected sectors of the London–Singapore–Chennai journey can pre-order from our Book the Cook service, choosing from an expanded menu that is prepared specially for you.

Beverage Service
Throughout the flight, you can enjoy a selection of hot and cold drinks. Our signature Singapore Sling is available on board, along with other beverages to complement your meal.

For flights between London and Chennai, we use the weight concept for checked baggage. Checked baggage allowances are: Economy Class (Lite and Value fares: 25kg; Standard and Flexi fares: 30kg), Premium Economy Class (35kg), Business Class (40kg), and Suites or First Class (50kg). Each checked bag must not exceed 32kg. Cabin baggage allowances are: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class (1 piece, up to 7kg), and Suites, First Class, and Business Class (2 pieces, each up to 7kg). Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from London to Chennai once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Paid plans are available for non-members. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the London to Singapore sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, Premium Economy Class seats offer a 38-inch pitch and up to 20-inch seat width, Business Class converts to a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and Suites or First Class provide a fully flat bed in a spacious private space. On the Singapore to Chennai sector, Economy Class seats offer a 32-inch pitch and up to 19-inch seat width, while Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds with direct aisle access.

From London to Singapore, you can travel in Suites or First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class, depending on the specific aircraft. From Singapore to Chennai, you can choose between Business Class and Economy Class on the Boeing 737-8 MAX.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

If you have a longer layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can join the airport’s free city transit tour, which typically requires a minimum layover of around 5.5 to 6 hours. For shorter waits, stay airside to enjoy gardens, quiet rest areas, children’s play zones, and other amenities across the terminals. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

In London, your lounge options depend on the airport and your eligibility. At London Heathrow, eligible Singapore Airlines customers can access the SilverKris Lounge (First Class) or SilverKris Lounge (Business Class) before their flight to Singapore. At London Gatwick, eligible customers may use the No 1 Lounge.

During your transit at Singapore Changi Airport, eligible customers may have access to The Private Room, the SilverKris Lounge (First Class), the SilverKris Lounge (Business Class), or the KrisFlyer Gold Lounge, depending on cabin class and membership status for the onward flight to Chennai.

London operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+0) roughly from late October to late March, during which Chennai, on Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30), is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead. From late March to late October, London moves to British Summer Time (BST, UTC+1), and Chennai is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead.

Flights from London to Chennai with Singapore Airlines arrive at Chennai International Airport, after a transit at Singapore Changi Airport.

We recommend allowing at least 2 to 3 hours to connect comfortably in Singapore Changi Airport between your London and Chennai flights. This gives time for security checks, gate transfers, and a short break. The exact minimum connection time will be reflected in your booking options.

On arrival at Chennai International Airport, you will proceed through immigration, collect your checked baggage, and pass customs. Allow time for queues, especially at busy periods, and check local guidance in advance for entry requirements, transfers, and onward travel arrangements within the city.

For families, the one-stop journey via Singapore Changi Airport allows you to break up the long flight. We recommend pre-selecting seats where possible, packing essential items in your cabin baggage, and making use of family-friendly facilities and play areas at the airport during your layover.