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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,957. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.R 5,831 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,831, select.
Chennai.R 5,939 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,939, select.
Chennai.R 5,945 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,945, select.
Chennai.R 6,394 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,394, select.
Chennai.R 6,871 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,871, select.
Chennai.R 6,936 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,936, select.
Chennai.R 7,905 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,905, select.
Chennai.R 8,052 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,052, select.
Chennai.R 8,432 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,432, select.
Chennai.R 8,649 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,649, select.
Chennai.R 10,117 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,117, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from R 6,394
Jul
from R 5,831
Aug
from R 5,945
Sep
from R 5,939
Oct
from R 6,936
Nov
from R 6,871
Dec
from R 8,052
Jan
from R 7,905
Feb
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Mar
from R 8,649
Apr
from R 8,432
May
from R 10,117

Edinburgh to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

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Edinburgh to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,831
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Chennai is R 10,642. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,642.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your EDI to MAA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and MAA:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • R 5,831 is the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,642. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from EDI to MAA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EDI to MAA.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • 73% of flights that take off from Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Edinburgh Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport is September, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Chennai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • You've done Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.

Plan the rest of your trip from Edinburgh to Chennai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.