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Cheap flights from Chennai to Australia from $258

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — SYD
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Australia

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Tue 17/223:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/306:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$515
Fri 6/223:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/206:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$518
Thu 5/223:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/206:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$520
Fri 6/323:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/313:10
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$550
Thu 5/308:05
MAA
-
MEL
2 stops16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/301:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$664
Mon 16/208:05
MAA
-
BNE
2 stops41h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/207:15
BNE
-
MAA
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$744
Sun 1/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Scoot
Thu 3/1220:05
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop32h 15m
Scoot
Deal found 18/1$753
Fri 6/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Scoot
Mon 30/1114:20
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 18/1$761
Thu 5/308:05
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/313:35
SYD
-
MAA
3 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$781
Fri 20/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/1211:15
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$793
Thu 5/308:05
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/313:35
SYD
-
MAA
3 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$802
Sun 1/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Scoot
Mon 30/1114:20
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 18/1$813

Find flight deals from Chennai to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$515

One-way from

$258

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,750
17/2-10/3
  • 17/2-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 40m total
  • Chennai to Australia
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14/5
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 15m total
  • Chennai to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($444 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Australia that are best for you.

Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 6/3

23:45-05:00

1 stop23h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

$553

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 17/2

23:45-23:45

1 stop18h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

22:35-22:55

3 stops29h 50m

$698

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Thu 5/3

08:05-06:15

2 stops16h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

13:35-13:40

3 stops29h 35m

$781

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Mon 23/3

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/12

11:15-22:50

2 stops41h 05m

$793

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Mon 23/3

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/12

14:20-22:50

1 stop14h 00m

$802

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Sun 22/3

23:45-20:35

1 stop15h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/12

14:20-22:50

1 stop14h 00m

$867

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Sun 22/3

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/12

14:20-22:50

1 stop14h 00m

$878

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Sun 22/3

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/12

11:15-06:30

2 stops24h 45m

$887

ChennaiBrisbane

MAA - BNE

MAABNE

Chennai

Mon 16/2

23:45-06:00

3 stops25h 45m

Brisbane

Mon 23/2

15:05-07:25

2 stops20h 50m

$903

ChennaiBrisbane

MAA - BNE

MAABNE

Chennai

Thu 5/3

08:05-06:00

2 stops17h 25m

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

07:35-11:45

3 stops32h 40m

$908

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Australia

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Australia (average of $215). Flying from Chennai to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,026). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 21 January 2026.
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
8.1
Very Good
1,434 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
973 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
290 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Scoot
6.7
Okay
315 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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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 13h 25m. There are 9122 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 $197. Scoot flights start at $209 while deals on Air India start at $282 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Australia (average of $215). Flying from Chennai to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,026). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$330Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$339Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$416Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$696Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$767Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$820Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$825Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,076Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,079Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,684Average$2,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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