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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chennai from £255

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MAA
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 24 July 2026.

Tue 1/907:20
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/910:15
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£452
Sat 3/1016:55
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/1004:05
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£478
Sat 5/908:20
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/916:05
MAA
-
EDI
3 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£514
Thu 3/920:00
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/906:55
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£522
Fri 4/914:20
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/907:05
MAA
-
EDI
3 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£551
Tue 1/907:55
EDI
-
MAA
1 stop14h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/904:20
MAA
-
EDI
1 stop13h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7£568
Tue 1/906:10
EDI
-
MAA
1 stop13h 30m
Lufthansa
Tue 29/901:55
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops19h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/7£569

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£452

One-way from

£255

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£954
1/9-30/9
  • 1/9-30/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Edinburgh to Chennai
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18/9
  • 18/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • Edinburgh to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£101 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 1/9

06:10-00:10

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Tue 29/9

01:55-16:25

2 stops19h 00m

£569

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

11:55-14:40

3 stops22h 15m

Chennai

Thu 17/9

22:05-23:05

3 stops29h 30m

£575

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

06:10-00:10

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Wed 16/9

01:55-16:25

2 stops19h 00m

£607

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/11

07:30-05:35

1 stop16h 35m

Chennai

Mon 16/11

07:35-18:35

1 stop16h 30m

£623

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 15/8

22:00-08:25

2 stops29h 55m

Chennai

Sun 23/8

08:05-01:00

2 stops21h 25m

£673

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

06:40-03:30

1 stop16h 20m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

05:35-18:50

1 stop17h 45m

£687

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

07:55-07:25

2 stops43h 00m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

15:30-06:25

2 stops19h 25m

£703

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/11

14:05-06:40

2 stops35h 05m

Chennai

Mon 16/11

15:00-06:00

2 stops44h 30m

£736
Cheapest one-way

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

08:35-15:10

3 stops50h 05m

£258

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

07:55-02:50

1 stop14h 25m

£381

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Chennai

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 18 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 £557). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £954). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Edinburgh to Chennai flights typically cost between £720 and £952 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £452 on Multiple Airlines (1 Sept–30 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 24 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air France, andQatar Airways 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
3,634 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Air France
7.5
Good
1,626 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,747 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,156 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,129 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,634 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Edinburgh to Chennai in 13h 30m. Fly via Lufthansa or British Airways to get the fastest option. There are 5224 mi between Edinburgh and Chennai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Air France, at £367, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Chennai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include British Airways and Lufthansa. Air France is priced at 44% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Edinburgh to Chennai are IndiGo (£288), Qatar Airways (£355), and Lufthansa (£377).

  • 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 £557). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £954). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 24 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£367Average£450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£446Average£631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£494Average£602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£532Average£658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£555Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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