What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 85% of one-stop itineraries from Edinburgh to Chennai on Cheapflights. Find deals

What’s the fastest stopover option from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 15m. Find deals

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 19m. Find deals

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 67,077. Find deals

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Lufthansa and Air France can get you from Edinburgh to Chennai in just under 24h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 35m. There are 8407 km between Edinburgh and Chennai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai round-trip?

British Airways, at ₹ 64,640, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Chennai.. British Airways is priced at 16% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

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 holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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₹ 23,176+ Flights from Edinburgh to Chennai

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 28 October 2025.

Thu 11/1212:40EDI - MAA

2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 24/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 55,956

Thu 11/1212:40EDI - MAA

2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 26/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 57,895

Mon 15/1208:10EDI - MAA

2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 24/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 61,155

Tue 9/1212:45EDI - MAA

2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines

Wed 24/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 62,124

Sat 13/1205:45EDI - MAA

2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 24/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 62,918

Mon 15/1208:10EDI - MAA

2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 26/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 63,094

Thu 11/1212:40EDI - MAA

2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines

Sat 27/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 64,063

Tue 9/1212:45EDI - MAA

2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines

Fri 26/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 64,151

Thu 25/1212:05EDI - MAA

3 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines

Thu 15/117:40MAA - EDI

3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 64,592

Sat 13/1205:45EDI - MAA

2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines

Fri 26/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 64,768

Wed 10/1211:40EDI - MAA

2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 24/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 66,971

Fri 12/1221:10EDI - MAA

2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 26/1204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 68,910

Best flights from Edinburgh to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 October 2025.

Tue 13/112:45EDI - MAA

3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 3/204:05MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10₹ 55,604

Sat 7/317:45EDI - MAA

1 stop24h 50mLufthansa

Fri 20/301:50MAA - EDI

1 stop20h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 26/10₹ 57,278

Tue 13/111:40EDI - MAA

2 stops37h 25mAir France

Wed 4/222:30MAA - EDI

2 stops17h 40mAir France

Deal found 28/10₹ 60,538

Tue 13/110:00EDI - MAA

1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways

Wed 4/207:35MAA - EDI

1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 28/10₹ 69,879

Tue 13/112:45EDI - MAA

1 stop29h 50mLufthansa

Wed 4/221:10MAA - EDI

2 stops31h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 28/10₹ 66,090

Sun 8/305:55EDI - MAA

2 stops16h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 9/303:25MAA - EDI

1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10₹ 67,940

Tue 9/1210:55EDI - MAA

1 stop13h 10mBritish Airways

Thu 25/1207:35MAA - EDI

1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways

Deal found 27/10₹ 91,468

Sun 8/306:05EDI - MAA

1 stop12h 30mLufthansa

Tue 10/318:00MAA - EDI

2 stops23h 30mLufthansa

Deal found 25/10₹ 88,560

Tue 9/1208:40EDI - MAA

1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways

Sat 27/1207:35MAA - EDI

1 stop18h 15mBritish Airways

Deal found 27/10₹ 95,258

One-way flights from Edinburgh to Chennai
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Wed 26/1111:40EDI - MAA

3 stops49h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 23,176

Tue 4/1107:50EDI - MAA

3 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10₹ 26,877

Mon 15/1207:00EDI - MAA

3 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 33,838

Sat 13/1216:25EDI - MAA

3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10₹ 36,570

Tue 9/1206:30EDI - MAA

2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10₹ 46,175

Fri 19/1205:50EDI - MAA

3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10₹ 48,466

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Chennai

Round-trip from	₹ 50,845
One-way from	₹ 23,176
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	September
Average price	₹ 69,967

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13/1-3/2
3 total stops
46h 00m total
Edinburgh to Chennai

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26/11
3 total stops
49h 40m total
Edinburgh to Chennai

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 187,284 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

12:45-22:40

3 stops28h 25m

Chennai

Tue 3/2

04:05-12:35

1 stop14h 00m

₹ 55,604

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 7/3

17:45-00:05

1 stop24h 50m

Chennai

Fri 20/3

01:50-16:55

1 stop20h 35m

₹ 57,278

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

11:40-06:35

2 stops37h 25m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

22:30-10:40

2 stops17h 40m

₹ 60,538

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

12:45-00:05

1 stop29h 50m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

21:10-23:15

2 stops31h 35m

₹ 66,090

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

05:55-04:10

2 stops16h 45m

Chennai

Mon 9/3

03:25-12:35

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 67,940

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 13/1

10:00-05:35

1 stop14h 05m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

07:35-18:05

1 stop16h 00m

₹ 69,879

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 8/3

06:05-00:05

1 stop12h 30m

Chennai

Tue 10/3

18:00-12:00

2 stops23h 30m

₹ 88,560

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/12

10:55-05:35

1 stop13h 10m

Chennai

Thu 25/12

07:35-17:05

1 stop15h 00m

₹ 91,468

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/12

08:40-05:35

1 stop15h 25m

Chennai

Sat 27/12

07:35-20:20

1 stop18h 15m

₹ 95,258

EdinburghChennai

EDI - MAA

EDIMAA

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/11

11:40-18:50

3 stops49h 40m

₹ 23,176

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

The price you pay for your flight from Edinburgh to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 26 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai (average of ₹ 39,654). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 78,691). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to MAA?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Edinburgh to Chennai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Chennai, such as British Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,481 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Roxanne,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

Food was mediocre. Couldn't use headphones because no information on how to use. Staff paid so much attention on a family with a baby . They got VIP treatment.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,481 reviews

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,481 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Roxanne,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

Food was mediocre. Couldn't use headphones because no information on how to use. Staff paid so much attention on a family with a baby . They got VIP treatment.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Chennai?
Lufthansa and Air France can get you from Edinburgh to Chennai in just under 24h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 35m. There are 8407 km between Edinburgh and Chennai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh to Chennai round-trip?
British Airways, at ₹ 64,640, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Chennai.. British Airways is priced at 16% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Chennai (average of ₹ 39,654). Flying from Edinburgh to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 78,691). 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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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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