What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Dubai (DXB) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £719.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 10m.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 41% of one-stop itineraries from Edinburgh to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 54m.

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

There are many flights that can get you from Edinburgh to Chennai in 19h. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. There are 5224 mi between Edinburgh and Chennai.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Chennai round-trip?

Lufthansa, at £427, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Chennai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include British Airways and Emirates. Lufthansa is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Edinburgh to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Chennai?

The most popular airlines flying from Edinburgh to Chennai are IndiGo, British Airways and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Chennai.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

£157+ Flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai

Round-trip from	£549
One-way from	£157
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	September
Average price	£539

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26/11-16/12
3 total stops
61h 10m total
Edinburgh to Chennai

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24/10
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31h 50m total
Edinburgh to Chennai

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Wed 26/1111:40EDI - MAA

2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 16/1201:50MAA - EDI

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£549

Thu 30/1006:05EDI - MAA

2 stops19h 00mBritish Airways

Thu 6/1105:25MAA - EDI

2 stops22h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£551

Wed 24/906:15EDI - MAA

1 stop13h 25mLufthansa

Sat 18/1001:55MAA - EDI

1 stop19h 50mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9£595

Mon 22/907:00EDI - MAA

1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways

Sun 19/1005:35MAA - EDI

1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£595

Wed 26/1108:45EDI - MAA

1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways

Wed 17/1207:35MAA - EDI

1 stop18h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9£598

Thu 30/1012:05EDI - MAA

2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/1109:45MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£601

Wed 26/1120:55EDI - MAA

1 stop23h 50mEmirates

Tue 16/1203:50MAA - EDI

1 stop20h 45mEmirates

Deal found 16/9£610

Thu 30/1020:55EDI - MAA

1 stop23h 50mEmirates

Wed 5/1103:50MAA - EDI

1 stop20h 45mEmirates

Deal found 15/9£612

Sat 27/905:55EDI - MAA

2 stops37h 40mBritish Airways

Sun 19/1005:35MAA - EDI

1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£614

Best flights from Edinburgh to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Wed 26/1111:40EDI - MAA

2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 16/1201:50MAA - EDI

1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£549

Thu 30/1006:05EDI - MAA

2 stops19h 00mBritish Airways

Thu 6/1105:25MAA - EDI

2 stops22h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£551

Wed 26/1120:55EDI - MAA

1 stop23h 50mEmirates

Tue 16/1203:50MAA - EDI

1 stop20h 45mEmirates

Deal found 16/9£610

Sun 8/306:05EDI - MAA

1 stop12h 30mLufthansa

Tue 10/319:50MAA - EDI

2 stops26h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9£752

Wed 26/1108:45EDI - MAA

1 stop15h 20mBritish Airways

Wed 17/1207:35MAA - EDI

1 stop18h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/9£598

Thu 30/1020:55EDI - MAA

1 stop23h 50mEmirates

Thu 6/1109:45MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 50mEmirates

Deal found 15/9£612

Sat 27/916:50EDI - MAA

2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 18/1001:55MAA - EDI

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£656

Sat 27/905:55EDI - MAA

2 stops37h 40mBritish Airways

Sun 19/1005:35MAA - EDI

1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£614

Sun 28/907:55EDI - MAA

1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 18/1001:55MAA - EDI

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£710

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Mon 22/907:00EDI - MAA

1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways

Sun 19/1005:35MAA - EDI

1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£595

Mon 22/907:55EDI - MAA

1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 18/1001:55MAA - EDI

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£685

Wed 24/906:15EDI - MAA

1 stop13h 25mLufthansa

Sat 18/1001:55MAA - EDI

1 stop19h 50mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9£595

Thu 25/906:15EDI - MAA

2 stops22h 10mLufthansa

Sat 18/1001:55MAA - EDI

2 stops19h 05mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9£770

Thu 25/917:55EDI - MAA

3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines

Sun 19/1015:25MAA - EDI

2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£782

Fri 26/907:55EDI - MAA

1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 18/1001:55MAA - EDI

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£710

Sat 27/905:55EDI - MAA

2 stops37h 40mBritish Airways

Sun 19/1005:35MAA - EDI

1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£614

Sat 27/916:50EDI - MAA

2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 18/1001:55MAA - EDI

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£656

Thu 30/1006:05EDI - MAA

2 stops19h 00mBritish Airways

Thu 6/1105:25MAA - EDI

2 stops22h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9£551

Thu 30/1012:05EDI - MAA

2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/1109:45MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£601

Thu 30/1020:55EDI - MAA

1 stop23h 50mEmirates

Thu 6/1109:45MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 50mEmirates

Deal found 15/9£612

One-way flights from Edinburgh to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from Edinburgh to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Fri 24/1015:15EDI - MAA

3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£157

Tue 21/1015:15EDI - MAA

3 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£196

Thu 23/1015:15EDI - MAA

3 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£197

Wed 22/1015:15EDI - MAA

2 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£200

Sat 25/1007:00EDI - MAA

3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9£221

Fri 31/1007:25EDI - MAA

2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£335

Wed 17/1207:00EDI - MAA

3 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/9£370

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Fly to

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Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

11:40-03:25

2 stops34h 15m

Chennai

Tue 16/12

01:50-23:15

1 stop26h 55m

£549

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/10

06:05-06:35

2 stops19h 00m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

05:25-21:55

2 stops22h 00m

£551

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

08:45-05:35

1 stop15h 20m

Chennai

Wed 17/12

07:35-20:55

1 stop18h 50m

£598

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

20:55-02:15

1 stop23h 50m

Chennai

Tue 16/12

03:50-19:05

1 stop20h 45m

£610

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/10

20:55-02:15

1 stop23h 50m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

09:45-19:05

1 stop14h 50m

£612

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

05:55-00:05

2 stops37h 40m

Chennai

Sun 19/10

05:35-07:40

1 stop30h 35m

£614

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

16:50-20:10

2 stops22h 50m

Chennai

Sat 18/10

01:55-17:15

1 stop19h 50m

£656

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 28/9

07:55-09:10

1 stop20h 45m

Chennai

Sat 18/10

01:55-17:15

1 stop19h 50m

£710

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

06:05-00:05

1 stop12h 30m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

19:50-16:55

2 stops26h 35m

£752

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 21/10

15:15-20:10

3 stops48h 25m

£196

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

The price you pay for your flight from Edinburgh to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to MAA?

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andIndiGo from Edinburgh to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,336 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,336 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,336 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,624 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,336 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

IndiGo

6.9

Okay

484 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,336 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

7,407 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,336 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,363 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,336 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?
There are many flights that can get you from Edinburgh to Chennai in 19h. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. There are 5224 mi between Edinburgh and Chennai.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Chennai round-trip?
Lufthansa, at £427, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Chennai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include British Airways and Emirates. Lufthansa is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Chennai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Lufthansa	Cheapest£427	Average£517	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	Cheapest£507	Average£605	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest£510	Average£625	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
IndiGo	Cheapest£545	Average£698	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search IndiGo flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£558	Average£630	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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