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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chennai from £358

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MAA
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai are usually found in February or May, booked 29 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£498

One-way from

£358

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£638
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 28/4-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Chennai
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27/1
  • 27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to Chennai
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High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
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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 21 January 2025.

Mon 28/412:45EDI - MAA
1 stop30h 55mLufthansa
Mon 2/601:55MAA - EDI
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 20/1£498
Sat 1/216:15EDI - MAA
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/205:30MAA - EDI
3 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1£508
Mon 17/220:40EDI - MAA
1 stop18h 00mEmirates
Mon 24/221:40MAA - EDI
1 stop26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 20/1£633
Sun 16/207:30EDI - MAA
1 stop12h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 26/203:30MAA - EDI
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1£750
Wed 29/117:05EDI - MAA
2 stops29h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 17/209:50MAA - EDI
2 stops30h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/1£804
Sun 16/209:10EDI - MAA
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 27/207:35MAA - EDI
1 stop16h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/1£839
Sun 16/216:30EDI - MAA
2 stops37h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 27/223:00MAA - EDI
2 stops40h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1£859
Thu 30/111:15EDI - MAA
2 stops24h 55mIndiGo
Tue 18/220:45MAA - EDI
2 stops43h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 20/1£866
Sun 2/207:30EDI - MAA
2 stops17h 30mOman Air
Wed 19/215:00MAA - EDI
2 stops27h 10mOman Air
Deal found 20/1£1,086

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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

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EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 28/4

12:45-00:10

1 stop30h 55m

Chennai

Mon 2/6

01:55-12:00

1 stop14h 35m

£498

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/2

16:15-00:25

2 stops26h 40m

Chennai

Fri 28/2

05:30-19:30

3 stops43h 30m

£508

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/2

20:40-20:10

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Mon 24/2

21:40-19:05

1 stop26h 55m

£633

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/2

07:30-01:55

1 stop12h 55m

Chennai

Wed 26/2

03:30-06:00

1 stop32h 00m

£750

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/2

11:30-04:15

2 stops35h 15m

Chennai

Mon 17/2

09:50-10:40

2 stops30h 20m

£818

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/2

09:10-05:35

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Thu 27/2

07:35-18:30

1 stop16h 25m

£839

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/2

16:30-11:55

2 stops37h 55m

Chennai

Thu 27/2

23:00-10:15

2 stops40h 45m

£859

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 31/1

11:15-19:40

2 stops26h 55m

Chennai

Tue 18/2

18:10-10:15

2 stops45h 35m

£876

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 2/2

07:30-06:30

2 stops17h 30m

Chennai

Wed 19/2

15:00-12:40

2 stops27h 10m

£1,086

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 27/1

20:20-02:45

2 stops24h 55m

£358

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Edinburgh to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 17 January 2025.

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 29 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?

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 21 January 2025.

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.

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 21 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Etihad Airways, IndiGo and Emirates from Edinburgh to Chennai. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent long haul flight (14 hours). Emirates crew is always top notch. Service was excellent. The aircraft (A380-800) double decker is an incredible aircraft. Beautiful, new, and comfortable.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent long haul flight (14 hours). Emirates crew is always top notch. Service was excellent. The aircraft (A380-800) double decker is an incredible aircraft. Beautiful, new, and comfortable.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent long haul flight (14 hours). Emirates crew is always top notch. Service was excellent. The aircraft (A380-800) double decker is an incredible aircraft. Beautiful, new, and comfortable.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent long haul flight (14 hours). Emirates crew is always top notch. Service was excellent. The aircraft (A380-800) double decker is an incredible aircraft. Beautiful, new, and comfortable.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent long haul flight (14 hours). Emirates crew is always top notch. Service was excellent. The aircraft (A380-800) double decker is an incredible aircraft. Beautiful, new, and comfortable.

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 £498, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Chennai.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Emirates and Qatar Airways. Lufthansa is priced at 28% 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 Lufthansa (£379), Qatar Airways (£392), and IndiGo (£431).

  • 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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LufthansaCheapest£420Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£575Average£690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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