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Cheap flights from Chennai to Edinburgh from £242

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — EDI
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 March 2026.

Thu 30/404:05
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/523:55
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£535
Tue 28/409:50
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1006:05
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£550
Fri 1/522:05
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/523:55
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3£567
Mon 4/516:05
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/517:25
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£583
Sun 3/503:55
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/507:55
EDI
-
MAA
1 stop14h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3£591
Sun 26/402:45
MAA
-
EDI
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/1006:10
EDI
-
MAA
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3£617
Thu 30/403:55
MAA
-
EDI
1 stop13h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/520:15
EDI
-
MAA
2 stops25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/3£621
Mon 27/404:05
MAA
-
EDI
1 stop20h 30m
Emirates
Tue 20/1022:00
EDI
-
MAA
1 stop24h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 19/3£646

Find flight deals from Chennai to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 21 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£535

One-way from

£242

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£700
30/4-3/5
  • 30/4-3/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • Chennai to Edinburgh
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17/4
  • 17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 35m total
  • Chennai to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Fri 1/5

05:50-13:10

3 stops35h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 8/5

23:55-15:05

2 stops34h 40m

£577

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Mon 4/5

05:50-12:05

3 stops34h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 11/5

17:25-15:05

2 stops17h 10m

£586

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Fri 1/5

04:05-20:05

1 stop20h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 8/5

22:00-08:05

1 stop29h 35m

£647

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Sun 5/4

04:05-20:05

1 stop20h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/4

22:00-20:30

1 stop18h 00m

£649
Fastest return journey

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Sat 25/4

09:50-20:05

1 stop14h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 22/9

22:00-20:30

1 stop18h 00m

£662

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Thu 30/4

05:00-22:10

2 stops21h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 23/9

13:40-13:50

2 stops19h 40m

£832

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Thu 30/4

05:00-23:05

2 stops22h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 25/9

17:10-19:35

2 stops21h 55m

£832

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Sun 5/4

04:20-13:40

1 stop13h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/4

20:15-02:40

2 stops25h 55m

£1,128

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Mon 27/4

18:00-07:40

2 stops42h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/10

19:40-08:55

2 stops32h 45m

£1,159

ChennaiEdinburgh

MAA - EDI

MAAEDI

Chennai

Tue 28/4

20:15-09:40

2 stops41h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

10:40-12:00

2 stops20h 50m

£1,212

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Edinburgh

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Edinburgh (average of £397). Flying from Chennai to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £632). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 21 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chennai to Edinburgh, such as Emirates and British Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,805 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Edinburgh. 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 Chennai to Edinburgh?

    Emirates can get you from Chennai to Edinburgh in just under 20h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Chennai to Edinburgh is about 5224 mi.

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

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at £530. Another option worth looking into is Emirates, starting at £661 return. You may be able to fly from Chennai to Edinburgh for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £193 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from £270 and Emirates from £308 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Edinburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Edinburgh 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 Chennai to Edinburgh?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Edinburgh (average of £397). Flying from Chennai to Edinburgh in August is currently the most expensive (average of £632). 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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British AirwaysCheapest£530Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£661Average£740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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