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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chennai from £311

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MAA
11 May — 18 May1
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 11 April 2026.

Mon 4/515:35
EDI
-
MAA
1 stop30h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/504:25
MAA
-
EDI
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4£508
Mon 25/521:25
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/605:50
MAA
-
EDI
3 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4£512
Sun 13/907:10
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/1006:10
MAA
-
EDI
3 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4£527
Wed 13/516:05
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/504:05
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4£534
Wed 13/515:35
EDI
-
MAA
1 stop30h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/504:25
MAA
-
EDI
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/4£537
Sat 23/522:00
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/516:05
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4£541
Mon 18/521:25
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/522:05
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4£547
Mon 4/509:15
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/510:15
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4£550

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 11 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£508

One-way from

£311

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£632
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Chennai
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • Edinburgh to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£76 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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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 4/5

15:35-02:55

1 stop30h 50m

Chennai

Mon 11/5

04:25-07:55

1 stop32h 00m

£508

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 23/5

22:00-08:25

2 stops29h 55m

Chennai

Sat 30/5

16:05-23:30

2 stops35h 55m

£541

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 7/5

08:35-15:05

2 stops26h 00m

Chennai

Wed 17/6

10:15-08:00

2 stops26h 15m

£616
Fastest return journey

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 7/5

22:00-20:30

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Wed 17/6

22:05-20:05

1 stop26h 30m

£617

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/5

08:35-02:55

2 stops37h 50m

Chennai

Tue 16/6

04:20-13:40

1 stop13h 50m

£620

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 5/5

09:40-02:55

2 stops36h 45m

Chennai

Mon 11/5

04:25-07:55

1 stop32h 00m

£622

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 13/5

15:35-02:55

1 stop30h 50m

Chennai

Wed 27/5

15:55-07:55

2 stops20h 30m

£657

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 18/5

15:35-02:55

1 stop30h 50m

Chennai

Thu 28/5

15:55-14:05

2 stops26h 40m

£658

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 25/5

15:35-02:55

1 stop30h 50m

Chennai

Mon 1/6

15:55-07:55

2 stops20h 30m

£658

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 3/5

22:00-02:30

1 stop24h 00m

Chennai

Thu 7/5

22:05-20:05

1 stop26h 30m

£660

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

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 19 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai (average of £415). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £640). 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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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 11 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andLufthansa 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
3,554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,554 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,909 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
550 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,871 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,554 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

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 18h. Fly via Qatar Airways or Emirates 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 £365, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Chennai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Lufthansa and British Airways. Air France is priced at 43% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai (average of £415). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £640). 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 6 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 11 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£365Average£447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£433Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£479Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£501Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£551Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IndiGoCheapest£560Average£745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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