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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chennai from £230

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 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MAA
27 Oct — 3 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai are usually found in February or March, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 22 October 2024.

Round-trip from

£549

One-way from

£230

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 5/12-11/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Chennai
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29/11
  • 29/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Chennai
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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 22 October 2024.

Thu 5/1217:00EDI - MAA
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1201:45MAA - EDI
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10£549
Thu 5/1210:05EDI - MAA
1 stop14h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 12/1207:35MAA - EDI
1 stop17h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/10£706
Thu 26/1207:30EDI - MAA
2 stops41h 30mOman Air
Fri 3/115:00MAA - EDI
2 stops27h 10mOman Air
Deal found 21/10£1,083
Sat 21/1207:30EDI - MAA
1 stop13h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 6/103:30MAA - EDI
1 stop14h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10£1,451
Thu 26/1220:40EDI - MAA
1 stop18h 00mEmirates
Fri 3/109:45MAA - EDI
1 stop14h 50mEmirates
Deal found 21/10£1,893
Fri 27/1217:05EDI - MAA
2 stops28h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 25/203:50MAA - EDI
2 stops24h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/10£3,577

Find flights from Edinburgh to Chennai within your budget

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 1,032,068 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

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£549 - £3,577

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Edinburgh TurnhouseChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/12

2 stops28h 30m

Chennai

Wed 11/12

1 stop16h 00m

£549

Edinburgh TurnhouseChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 21/1

1 stop29h 50m

Chennai

Sat 8/2

1 stop15h 45m

£655

Edinburgh TurnhouseChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 21/1

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Sun 9/2

1 stop14h 50m

£677

Edinburgh TurnhouseChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/12

1 stop14h 00m

Chennai

Thu 12/12

1 stop17h 55m

£706

Edinburgh TurnhouseChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 26/12

2 stops41h 30m

Chennai

Fri 3/1

2 stops27h 10m

£1,083

Edinburgh TurnhouseChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/12

1 stop13h 25m

Chennai

Mon 6/1

1 stop14h 40m

£1,451

Edinburgh TurnhouseChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 27/12

2 stops28h 10m

Chennai

Tue 25/2

2 stops24h 50m

£3,577

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Deals found on 21/10

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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 18 October 2024.

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 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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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 £621). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £852). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 22 October 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Qatar Airways
7.6
Good
3,921 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,235 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,205 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

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.

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

    Lufthansa, at £655, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Chennai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Emirates and British Airways.

  • 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 Lufthansa (£356), Qatar Airways (£452), and Emirates (£586).

  • 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 £621). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £852). 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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LufthansaCheapest£369Average£511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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