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$382+ Cheap flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Chennai (MAA)

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 7/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — MAA
Jul 7 — Jul 141
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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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$740
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$382
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,281
From Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai
One-way flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($157 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai

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 July 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/167:00 amEDI - MAA
3 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/237:00 amMAA - EDI
3 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$740
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/299:20 amEDI - MAA
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Mon 9/227:30 pmMAA - EDI
2 stops18h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1$988
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/167:55 amEDI - MAA
1 stop14h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 8/223:55 amMAA - EDI
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1$998
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/1410:35 amEDI - MAA
2 stops19h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/1210:00 pmMAA - EDI
2 stops22h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,264
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/157:00 pmEDI - MAA
2 stops33h 25mSWISS
Sun 8/108:40 pmMAA - EDI
2 stops16h 35mSWISS
Deal found 7/2$1,317
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/122:00 pmEDI - MAA
2 stops38h 25mLufthansa
Sat 8/97:50 pmMAA - EDI
2 stops25h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 7/2$1,453
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/159:50 pmEDI - MAA
1 stop29h 45mEmirates
Tue 8/124:00 amMAA - EDI
1 stop20h 45mEmirates
Deal found 7/2$1,564

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Edinburgh

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-10:20 am

3 stops22h 50m

Chennai

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-10:35 pm

3 stops20h 05m

$740

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 8/29

9:20 am-3:30 am

1 stop13h 40m

Chennai

Mon 9/22

7:30 pm-9:25 am

2 stops18h 25m

$988

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 8/16

7:55 am-2:50 am

1 stop14h 25m

Chennai

Fri 8/22

3:55 am-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$998

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 7/14

10:35 am-10:10 am

2 stops19h 05m

Chennai

Tue 8/12

10:00 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$1,264

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/15

7:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops33h 25m

Chennai

Sun 8/10

8:40 pm-8:45 am

2 stops16h 35m

$1,317

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 7/12

2:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops38h 25m

Chennai

Sat 8/9

7:50 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,453

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/15

9:50 pm-8:05 am

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Tue 8/12

4:00 am-8:15 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$1,564

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/18

4:00 pm-6:55 am

3 stops34h 25m

$382

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/18

7:55 am-2:50 am

1 stop14h 25m

$965

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/1

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai, you should look to book at least 26 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 $939). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 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 July 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, and Qatar Airways from Edinburgh to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Edinburgh to Chennai is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $988 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, starting at $998 and $1,264 round-trip.

  • 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 vacation 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 $939). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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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