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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chennai from £157

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11:40 - 03:25EDI-MAA
34h 15m2 stops
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01:50 - 23:15MAA-EDI
26h 55m1 stop
£549Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 26 Nov - Tue, 16 Dec
British Airways Logo
06:05 - 06:35EDI-MAA
19h 00m2 stops
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05:25 - 21:55MAA-EDI
22h 00m2 stops
£551British Airways
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 02:15EDI-MAA
23h 50m1 stop
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03:50 - 19:05MAA-EDI
20h 45m1 stop
£610Emirates
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Wed, 26 Nov - Tue, 16 Dec
Emirates Logo
20:55 - 02:15EDI-MAA
23h 50m1 stop
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09:45 - 19:05MAA-EDI
14h 50m1 stop
£612Emirates
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 00:05EDI-MAA
12h 30m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
19:50 - 16:55MAA-EDI
26h 35m2 stops
£752Lufthansa
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Sun, 8 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 00:05EDI-MAA
12h 30m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
19:50 - 12:00MAA-EDI
21h 40m2 stops
£754Lufthansa
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Sun, 8 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
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14:05 - 09:10EDI-MAA
13h 35m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
21:50 - 12:35MAA-EDI
20h 15m1 stop
£1,087Qatar Airways
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Sun, 8 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 09:10EDI-MAA
13h 35m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
21:50 - 12:35MAA-EDI
20h 15m1 stop
£1,094Qatar Airways
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Sun, 8 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
19:50 - 00:15EDI-MAA
47h 55m2 stops
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01:30 - 21:55MAA-EDI
48h 55m2 stops
£1,232Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 28 Sep - Sat, 18 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:10 - 00:15EDI-MAA
29h 35m2 stops
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01:30 - 21:55MAA-EDI
48h 55m2 stops
£1,466Cathay Pacific
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Lufthansa flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

Our best Lufthansa deals on Edinburgh to Chennai flight tickets
Lufthansa
24 Sept
EDI06:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 25m
1 stop
MAA00:10Chennai
18 Oct
MAA01:55Chennai
19h 50m
1 stop
EDI17:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
£595
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Lufthansa
8 Mar
EDI06:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 30m
1 stop
MAA00:05Chennai
10 Mar
MAA19:50Chennai
26h 35m
2 stops
EDI16:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
£752
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Lufthansa
8 Mar
EDI06:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
12h 30m
1 stop
MAA00:05Chennai
10 Mar
MAA19:50Chennai
21h 40m
2 stops
EDI12:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
£754
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Qatar Airways flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

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Qatar Airways
8 Mar
EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 35m
1 stop
MAA09:10Chennai
10 Mar
MAA21:50Chennai
20h 15m
1 stop
EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,087
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Qatar Airways
8 Mar
EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 35m
1 stop
MAA09:10Chennai
10 Mar
MAA21:50Chennai
20h 15m
1 stop
EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,094
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Qatar Airways
8 Mar
EDI14:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 35m
1 stop
MAA09:10Chennai
10 Mar
MAA21:50Chennai
20h 15m
1 stop
EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,096
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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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
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EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

11:40-03:25

2 stops34h 15m

Chennai

Tue 16/12

01:50-23:15

1 stop26h 55m

£549

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/10

06:05-06:35

2 stops19h 00m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

05:25-21:55

2 stops22h 00m

£551

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

20:55-02:15

1 stop23h 50m

Chennai

Tue 16/12

03:50-19:05

1 stop20h 45m

£610

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 30/10

20:55-02:15

1 stop23h 50m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

09:45-19:05

1 stop14h 50m

£612

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

06:05-00:05

1 stop12h 30m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

19:50-16:55

2 stops26h 35m

£752

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

06:05-00:05

1 stop12h 30m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

19:50-12:00

2 stops21h 40m

£754

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

14:05-09:10

1 stop13h 35m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

21:50-12:35

1 stop20h 15m

£1,087

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

14:05-09:10

1 stop13h 35m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

21:50-12:35

1 stop20h 15m

£1,094

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 28/9

19:50-00:15

2 stops47h 55m

Chennai

Sat 18/10

01:30-21:55

2 stops48h 55m

£1,232

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

14:10-00:15

2 stops29h 35m

Chennai

Sat 18/10

01:30-21:55

2 stops48h 55m

£1,466

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Chennai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Edinburgh, with most prices found around £539. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Chennai from Edinburgh during February instead. Flights to Chennai in February, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around £570.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as £548. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around £628. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chennai.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Flying to Chennai from Edinburgh at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £529 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the afternoon when prices are around £677.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Edinburgh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around £644 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Edinburgh for as low as £540 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Edinburgh to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Edinburgh to Chennai flight.

How have Edinburgh to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Edinburgh to Chennai flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Edinburgh to Chennai (EDI to MAA) flight deals and tips

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There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Chennai.
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  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai by plane?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse and Chennai are 5216.1 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 30m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chennai Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chennai Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chennai Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chennai Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to Chennai

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LufthansaPriceFrom £427Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,407 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £507Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,363 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £510Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,336 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom £545Free CancellationRating
6.9
484 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £558Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,624 reviews
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