How long is the flight from Chennai to Australia?

Departing from Chennai to Australia will take you 14h 45m. There are 9041 km between Chennai and Australia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Australia one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $185. Scoot flights start at $243 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $341 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from Chennai to Australia?

The most popular route from Chennai to Australia is Chennai - Sydney Kingsford Smith. You may also consider Chennai - Melbourne or Chennai - Brisbane.

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

The most popular airlines flying from Chennai to Australia are Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Qantas Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

When flying from Chennai to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to Australia?

Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Australia from Chennai.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Australia?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Round-trip from	$680
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Average price	$1,382

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Australia (average of $1,083). Flying from Chennai to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,463). 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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chennai to Australia, you should look to book at least 35 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Chennai to Australia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,602 reviews

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2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,July 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,602 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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1,602 reviews

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2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,July 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,099 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,602 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,July 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

318 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,602 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,July 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

IndiGo

6.8

Okay

581 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,602 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,July 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Scoot

6.7

Okay

336 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,602 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,July 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to Australia?
Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Australia from Chennai.
How long is the flight from Chennai to Australia?
Departing from Chennai to Australia will take you 14h 45m. There are 9041 km between Chennai and Australia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Australia one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $185. Scoot flights start at $243 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $341 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Chennai to Australia?
The most popular route from Chennai to Australia is Chennai - Sydney Kingsford Smith. You may also consider Chennai - Melbourne or Chennai - Brisbane.
Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Australia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Australia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Australia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Australia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Australia 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 Chennai to Australia?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Australia (average of $1,083). Flying from Chennai to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,463). 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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Scoot	Cheapest$478	Average$761	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Scoot flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$503	Average$1,289	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$552	Average$1,251	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
AirAsia	Cheapest$552	Average$781	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
IndiGo	Cheapest$553	Average$1,205	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search IndiGo flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$658	Average$1,286	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	Cheapest$909	Average$1,138	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time84%	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Thai Airways	Cheapest$1,241	Average$1,380	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Thai Airways flights

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