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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Chennai from $990

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ADL — MAA
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

The best prices from Adelaide to Chennai are usually found in May or August, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) 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 25 April 2024.

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May

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$1,342

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$959
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Adelaide to Chennai?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Adelaide to Chennai?

Find a great deal and save up to 102% by booking at least 29 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Adelaide to Chennai within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,493.

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

May can be a great time to fly to Chennai from Adelaide with a flight ticket averaging about $1,419. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $900. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Chennai (ADL - MAA)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Adelaide to Chennai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Malaysia Airlines flights from Adelaide to Chennai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Malaysia Airlines for the route between Adelaide and Chennai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Malaysia Airlines flights travelling from Adelaide to Chennai. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sun 20/1010:50ADL - MAA
1 stop16h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 23/1011:45MAA - ADL
1 stop15h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 23/4$990
Sun 20/1010:50ADL - MAA
1 stop16h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 23/1011:45MAA - ADL
1 stop15h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/4$995

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Adelaide to Chennai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Adelaide and Chennai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Qantas Airways flights departing from Adelaide and landing in Chennai. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Sun 20/1013:55ADL - MAA
2 stops34h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 23/1008:50MAA - ADL
2 stops27h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$1,406
Sun 20/1018:15ADL - MAA
2 stops31h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 23/1011:40MAA - ADL
2 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$1,413

Adelaide to Chennai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Adelaide and Chennai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Adelaide to Chennai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sun 20/1010:50ADL - MAA
1 stop16h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 23/1011:45MAA - ADL
1 stop15h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 23/4$990
Sun 20/1010:50ADL - MAA
1 stop16h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 23/1011:45MAA - ADL
1 stop15h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/4$995
Mon 24/612:00ADL - MAA
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/716:05MAA - ADL
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,327
Mon 24/612:00ADL - MAA
2 stops24h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 9/703:10MAA - ADL
2 stops37h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,338
Sun 20/1013:55ADL - MAA
2 stops34h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 23/1008:50MAA - ADL
2 stops27h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/4$1,406
Sun 20/1018:15ADL - MAA
2 stops31h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 23/1011:40MAA - ADL
2 stops26h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$1,413
Sun 20/1010:50ADL - MAA
2 stops51h 00mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 22/1003:10MAA - ADL
2 stops36h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,585
Sun 20/1010:50ADL - MAA
2 stops51h 00mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 22/1003:10MAA - ADL
2 stops36h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,595
Mon 24/615:00ADL - MAA
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/711:25MAA - ADL
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,612

Find flights from Adelaide to Chennai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide 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 605,443 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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$990 - $2,473

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AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 20/10

1 stop16h 55m

Chennai

Wed 23/10

1 stop15h 15m

$990

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 20/10

1 stop16h 55m

Chennai

Wed 23/10

1 stop15h 15m

$995

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Mon 24/6

2 stops24h 50m

Chennai

Wed 10/7

2 stops23h 15m

$1,327

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Mon 24/6

2 stops24h 50m

Chennai

Tue 9/7

2 stops37h 10m

$1,338

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 20/10

2 stops34h 50m

Chennai

Wed 23/10

2 stops27h 45m

$1,406

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 20/10

2 stops31h 45m

Chennai

Wed 23/10

2 stops26h 50m

$1,413

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Mon 24/6

1 stop29h 10m

Chennai

Wed 10/7

1 stop15h 55m

$1,767

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 20/10

3 stops30h 35m

Chennai

Wed 23/10

2 stops26h 20m

$2,288

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 20/10

1 stop34h 20m

Chennai

Wed 23/10

2 stops46h 35m

$2,473

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When is the best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Adelaide to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Adelaide to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Adelaide to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chennai by month

Plan your trip from Adelaide to Chennai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Adelaide to Chennai is currently $0 while a return flight costs $1,555. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Chennai (average of $624). Flying from Adelaide to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,104). 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.

January

$1,043

February

$960

March

$963

April

$1,043

May

$1,027

June

$1,198

July

$1,123

August

$1,040

September

$1,207

October

$1,075

November

$1,099

December

$1,698

Temperature and rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MAA

Temperature

25 - 33 °C

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 25 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways and Emirates from Adelaide to Chennai. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,479 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,003 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
403 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Adelaide to Chennai for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Adelaide to Chennai for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Malaysia Airlines for just $990, but on average you can expect to pay $1,765.

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

    Flying on Malaysia Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $990. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SriLankan Airlines and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,338 and $1,406, respectively. Malaysia Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Adelaide to Chennai?

    Before booking your flight from Adelaide to Chennai, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways or Singapore Airlines.

  • What does ADL to MAA mean?

    ADL stands for Adelaide Airport, while MAA stands for Chennai Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Adelaide to Chennai?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Adelaide to Chennai is Kuala Lumpur.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and Sunway Lagoon Theme Park are currently the most popular points of interest in Kuala Lumpur at the moment. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and Sunway Lagoon Theme Park can be visited by traveling about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 38.5 km respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Kuala Lumpur Intl for an average daily rate of $53 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Adelaide to Chennai flights?

    Of the flights from Adelaide to Chennai that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Singapore.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Chennai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Adelaide to Chennai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Adelaide to Chennai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Adelaide to Chennai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Adelaide to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Adelaide to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Chennai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Adelaide to Chennai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Adelaide to Chennai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Adelaide to Chennai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Adelaide to Chennai flight deals updated?

    The Adelaide to Chennai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/4.

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$888Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,262Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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