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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chennai from £240

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai departing on 8/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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13:35 - 05:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
35h 15m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Manama Bahrain Intl
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21:05 - 17:45MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl London Heathrow
£479Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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07:45 - 14:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
26h 25m2 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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15:40 - 15:05MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dublin
£490Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
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07:55 - 02:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
14h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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04:20 - 13:40MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£543Qatar Airways
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
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07:55 - 02:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
14h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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04:20 - 13:40MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£554Qatar Airways
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
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09:15 - 03:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
13h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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05:35 - 18:50MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
£579British Airways
Wed, 9 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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06:10 - 00:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
13h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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01:55 - 22:45MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
25h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£608Lufthansa
Thu, 3 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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06:10 - 00:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
13h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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01:55 - 16:25MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£609Lufthansa
Tue, 8 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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06:05 - 05:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
18h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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07:35 - 16:20MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
£672British Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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22:00 - 02:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
24h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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22:05 - 20:05MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
£3,375Emirates
Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
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22:00 - 08:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
29h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
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09:50 - 20:10MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
£3,396Emirates
Mon, 17 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

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British Airways flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

Our best British Airways deals on Edinburgh to Chennai flight tickets
British Airways
12 Nov
EDI06:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 00m
1 stop
MAA05:35Chennai
16 Nov
MAA07:35Chennai
14h 15m
1 stop
EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£672
British Airways
12 Nov
EDI06:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 00m
1 stop
MAA05:35Chennai
16 Nov
MAA07:35Chennai
14h 15m
1 stop
EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£675
British Airways
12 Nov
EDI17:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 10m
1 stop
MAA05:35Chennai
16 Nov
MAA07:35Chennai
16h 30m
1 stop
EDI18:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
£676

Qatar Airways flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Edinburgh to Chennai flight tickets
Qatar Airways
7 Oct
EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 25m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
14 Oct
MAA04:20Chennai
13h 50m
1 stop
EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
£543
Qatar Airways
8 Sept
EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 25m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
29 Sept
MAA04:20Chennai
13h 50m
1 stop
EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
£554
Qatar Airways
19 Sept
EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 25m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
23 Sept
MAA04:20Chennai
13h 50m
1 stop
EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
£611

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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 7 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

13:35-05:20

2 stops35h 15m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

21:05-17:45

2 stops25h 10m

£479

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

07:45-14:40

2 stops26h 25m

Chennai

Thu 17/9

15:40-15:05

2 stops27h 55m

£490
Fastest return journey

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 7/10

07:55-02:50

1 stop14h 25m

Chennai

Wed 14/10

04:20-13:40

1 stop13h 50m

£543

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

07:55-02:50

1 stop14h 25m

Chennai

Tue 29/9

04:20-13:40

1 stop13h 50m

£554

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 9/9

09:15-03:30

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

05:35-18:50

1 stop17h 45m

£579

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

06:10-00:10

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Wed 16/9

01:55-22:45

1 stop25h 20m

£608

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 8/9

06:10-00:10

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Mon 28/9

01:55-16:25

2 stops19h 00m

£609

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 12/11

06:05-05:35

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Mon 16/11

07:35-16:20

1 stop14h 15m

£672

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 19/9

22:00-02:30

1 stop24h 00m

Chennai

Sat 26/9

22:05-20:05

1 stop26h 30m

£3,375

EdinburghChennai

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - MAA Chennai

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 17/8

22:00-08:05

1 stop29h 35m

Chennai

Mon 24/8

09:50-20:10

1 stop14h 50m

£3,396

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Chennai

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £596 to £966.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £479.

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 £553. 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 £581.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh 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 £640 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 £575 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Edinburgh to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 43% 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 August 2026, prices for Edinburgh to Chennai flights are approximately 12% 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

14h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Chennai takes 14h 25m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Chennai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Chennai

  • 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 14h 25m.

  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Air FrancePriceFrom £364Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,638 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £451Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,153 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £482Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,177 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £501Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,648 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £550Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,740 reviews
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