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Cheapest return flight
£474
Typical prices: £585-£736
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Mon 1/10Fri 12/10
EDI - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£152
Typical prices: £382-£561
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/11
EDI - MAA • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 11% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £650 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 14h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Chennai (EDI-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai

Thu, 1 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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10:35 - 14:40EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
23h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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00:55 - 22:40MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 15m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen London Stansted
£474Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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08:35 - 15:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
26h 00m3 stops Charleroi Brussels Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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15:00 - 10:05MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
24h 35m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Manama Bahrain Intl London Gatwick
£479Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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08:35 - 15:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
26h 00m3 stops Charleroi Brussels Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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03:40 - 19:10MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
21h 00m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
£490Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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14:05 - 02:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
30h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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04:05 - 06:00MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£521Qatar Airways
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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07:30 - 02:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
13h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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04:05 - 06:00MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£564Qatar Airways
Fri, 25 Sep - Tue, 29 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
£579Qatar Airways
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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10:00 - 05:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
14h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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07:35 - 20:40MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
£584British Airways
Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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07:00 - 03:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
16h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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07:35 - 18:25MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
£585British Airways
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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07:55 - 05:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
16h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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07:35 - 19:50MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
£585British Airways
Sun, 25 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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20:55 - 02:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-MAA Chennai
23h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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03:50 - 19:05MAA  Chennai-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
£741Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Chennai with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai at £565 return.
  • July (£931) and August (£731) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Chennai are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Chennai flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£152
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Chennai?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Chennai usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Chennai:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

    On the Edinburgh to Chennai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 15%. Sunday is the cheapest day at £595 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £698 – a £103 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of £637. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 5,224 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £433.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Chennai?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 28m, compared to 15h 00m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 15h 09m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Chennai?

    Chennai is 4 hours ahead of Edinburgh (India Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Chennai range from £585 to £736, with an average of £637 over the past 12 months. Anything below £585 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average £595 – about £103 less than Saturday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Chennai trip for September. Fares historically average £565 return in that month – typically £366 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    - Hotel Mount Manor

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