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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Chennai from $490

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 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — MAA
6 Aug — 13 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 July 2026.

Tue 18/817:50
ADL
-
MAA
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/823:50
MAA
-
ADL
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,120
Sat 1/816:30
ADL
-
MAA
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/823:50
MAA
-
ADL
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,262
Tue 18/809:10
ADL
-
MAA
1 stop16h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/823:15
MAA
-
ADL
1 stop28h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,308
Sat 1/809:45
ADL
-
MAA
1 stop17h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Fri 28/811:45
MAA
-
ADL
1 stop15h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,314
Sat 18/714:25
ADL
-
MAA
2 stops37h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 30/700:50
MAA
-
ADL
2 stops30h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 6/7$1,331
Fri 25/1222:00
ADL
-
MAA
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/104:05
MAA
-
ADL
1 stop31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,415
Thu 24/906:00
ADL
-
MAA
2 stops21h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 5/1000:50
MAA
-
ADL
2 stops30h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$1,445
Sat 18/711:50
ADL
-
MAA
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/709:50
MAA
-
ADL
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$1,448
Wed 2/1211:25
ADL
-
MAA
2 stops28h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 30/1200:20
MAA
-
ADL
1 stop26h 50m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,559

Find 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 7 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,120

One-way from

$490

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,163
18/8-31/8
  • 18/8-31/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 45m total
  • Adelaide to Chennai
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27/7
  • 27/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 55m total
  • Adelaide to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($298 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Tue 18/8

17:50-22:50

2 stops33h 00m

Chennai

Mon 31/8

23:50-22:35

2 stops18h 45m

$1,120

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 1/8

16:30-22:50

2 stops34h 20m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

23:50-22:35

2 stops18h 45m

$1,262
Fastest return journey

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 18/7

09:45-22:50

1 stop17h 05m

Chennai

Fri 31/7

11:45-07:00

1 stop15h 15m

$1,650

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Tue 18/8

17:50-22:00

2 stops32h 10m

Chennai

Mon 31/8

05:55-13:45

3 stops27h 50m

$1,787

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 18/7

14:20-21:25

3 stops35h 05m

Chennai

Fri 31/7

14:20-19:00

2 stops24h 40m

$1,877

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Thu 24/9

07:50-23:55

2 stops20h 05m

Chennai

Tue 6/10

23:55-09:25

3 stops28h 30m

$1,936

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Thu 3/12

12:00-10:45

3 stops27h 45m

Chennai

Thu 31/12

14:35-18:15

2 stops22h 40m

$2,007

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 19/12

11:00-23:05

1 stop17h 05m

Chennai

Sun 17/1

11:45-08:10

1 stop15h 25m

$2,462

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Wed 9/12

12:00-10:45

3 stops27h 45m

Chennai

Sat 16/1

06:25-10:55

2 stops23h 30m

$2,630

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Wed 9/12

12:00-10:45

3 stops27h 45m

Chennai

Thu 14/1

13:15-16:25

2 stops22h 10m

$2,769

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

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

Booking 58 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Chennai (average of $1,076). Flying from Adelaide to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,983). 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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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 7 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Adelaide to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,564 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,564 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,404 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,057 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
312 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,564 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Adelaide to Chennai?

    Departing from Adelaide to Chennai will take you 17h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8126 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $830. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with the lowest prices starting at $887 and $917, respectively. Malaysia Airlines is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Adelaide to Chennai are Malaysia Airlines ($416), Singapore Airlines ($484), and Qantas Airways ($573).

  • 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, Kuala Lumpur Tower, and Berjaya Times Square are currently the most popular points of interest in Kuala Lumpur at the moment. Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur Tower, and Berjaya Times Square can be visited by traveling about 46.6 km, 46.0 km, and 44.9 km respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Kuala Lumpur Intl for an average daily rate of $42 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 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.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Chennai (average of $1,076). Flying from Adelaide to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,983). 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
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$830Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$887Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$917Average$1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,097Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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