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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chennai from £473

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13:35 - 02:25
EDI
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MAA
32h 20m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:55 - 17:05
MAA
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EDI
19h 40m1 stop
£473Multiple Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Mon, 18 May
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13:35 - 03:25
EDI
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MAA
33h 20m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:55 - 17:05
MAA
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EDI
19h 40m1 stop
£486Multiple Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Sat, 16 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:35 - 02:25
EDI
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MAA
32h 20m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:55 - 17:05
MAA
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EDI
19h 40m1 stop
£499Multiple Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Thu, 14 May
Lufthansa Logo
18:20 - 00:10
EDI
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MAA
25h 20m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
01:55 - 12:05
MAA
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EDI
14h 40m1 stop
£521Lufthansa
Fri, 1 May - Sat, 16 May
IndiGo Logo
11:00 - 19:50
EDI
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MAA
27h 20m2 stops
IndiGo Logo
19:00 - 15:20
MAA
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EDI
25h 50m2 stops
£527IndiGo
Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb
British Airways Logo
08:35 - 03:30
EDI
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MAA
14h 25m1 stop
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 16:40
MAA
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EDI
15h 35m1 stop
£537British Airways
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 15 May
British Airways Logo
20:15 - 10:05
EDI
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MAA
33h 20m2 stops
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 17:35
MAA
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EDI
16h 30m1 stop
£544British Airways
Fri, 1 May - Sat, 16 May
Lufthansa Logo
06:10 - 00:10
EDI
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MAA
13h 30m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
01:55 - 17:15
MAA
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EDI
19h 50m1 stop
£547Lufthansa
Thu, 2 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Lufthansa Logo
06:10 - 00:10
EDI
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MAA
13h 30m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
01:55 - 17:15
MAA
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EDI
19h 50m1 stop
£548Lufthansa
Thu, 2 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
British Airways Logo
06:40 - 15:05
EDI
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MAA
27h 55m2 stops
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 11:45
MAA
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EDI
32h 40m2 stops
£551British Airways
Fri, 1 May - Mon, 18 May

Qatar Airways flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

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Qatar Airways
12 Jan
EDI07:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 30m
1 stop
MAA02:30Chennai
22 Feb
MAA03:25Chennai
14h 40m
1 stop
EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£751
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Qatar Airways
12 Jan
EDI20:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 40m
2 stops
MAA02:30Chennai
22 Feb
MAA03:25Chennai
14h 40m
1 stop
EDI12:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£839
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British Airways flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

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British Airways
1 May
EDI08:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 25m
1 stop
MAA03:30Chennai
18 May
MAA05:35Chennai
14h 30m
1 stop
EDI15:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£537
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British Airways
1 May
EDI20:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
33h 20m
2 stops
MAA10:05Chennai
16 May
MAA05:35Chennai
16h 30m
1 stop
EDI17:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£544
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British Airways
1 May
EDI06:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 55m
2 stops
MAA15:05Chennai
18 May
MAA07:35Chennai
32h 40m
2 stops
EDI11:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
£551
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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 2 January 2026.
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Price

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

13:35-02:25

2 stops32h 20m

Chennai

Mon 18/5

01:55-17:05

1 stop19h 40m

£473

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

13:35-03:25

2 stops33h 20m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

01:55-17:05

1 stop19h 40m

£486

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

13:35-02:25

2 stops32h 20m

Chennai

Thu 14/5

01:55-17:05

1 stop19h 40m

£499

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

18:20-00:10

1 stop25h 20m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

01:55-12:05

1 stop14h 40m

£521

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 30/1

11:00-19:50

2 stops27h 20m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

19:00-15:20

2 stops25h 50m

£527

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

08:35-03:30

1 stop14h 25m

Chennai

Fri 15/5

05:35-16:40

1 stop15h 35m

£537

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

20:15-10:05

2 stops33h 20m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

05:35-17:35

1 stop16h 30m

£544

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 2/4

06:10-00:10

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Wed 22/4

01:55-17:15

1 stop19h 50m

£547

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 2/4

06:10-00:10

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Wed 22/4

01:55-17:15

1 stop19h 50m

£548

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 1/5

06:40-15:05

2 stops27h 55m

Chennai

Mon 18/5

07:35-11:45

2 stops32h 40m

£551

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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 £545. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Chennai from Edinburgh during October instead. Flights to Chennai in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around £580.

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 £567 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Edinburgh to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 11% 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 January 2026, prices for Edinburgh to Chennai flights are approximately 31% more expensive 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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Fastest flight time

13h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Chennai takes 13h 30m
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 13h 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?

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Air FrancePriceFrom £364Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,515 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £425Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,676 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £507Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,640 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £516Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,451 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £551Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,698 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom £551Free CancellationRating
6.8
512 reviews
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