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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Chennai from $646

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 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — MAA
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Adelaide to Chennai are usually found in August or February, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$914

One-way from

$646

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,098
23/8-30/8
  • 23/8-30/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 00m total
  • Adelaide to Chennai
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Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 24/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • Adelaide to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($379 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 11 July 2025.

Sat 23/814:45ADL - MAA
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/823:25MAA - ADL
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$914
Tue 16/914:10ADL - MAA
2 stops62h 05mCathay Pacific
Mon 6/1001:30MAA - ADL
2 stops26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/7$1,146
Sat 23/809:50ADL - MAA
1 stop17h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 30/811:45MAA - ADL
1 stop15h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,161
Tue 16/909:10ADL - MAA
1 stop16h 50mSingapore Airlines
Mon 6/1000:35MAA - ADL
1 stop26h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/7$2,730

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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Adelaide to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Adelaide

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 23/8

14:45-07:45

2 stops21h 00m

Chennai

Sat 30/8

23:25-06:25

2 stops27h 00m

$914

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Tue 16/9

14:10-00:15

2 stops62h 05m

Chennai

Mon 6/10

01:30-09:25

2 stops26h 55m

$1,146

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 23/8

09:50-22:50

1 stop17h 00m

Chennai

Sat 30/8

11:45-07:00

1 stop15h 15m

$1,161

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Mon 25/8

17:35-22:00

1 stop32h 25m

Chennai

Mon 1/9

10:30-07:25

1 stop16h 55m

$1,449

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 24/8

09:50-22:50

1 stop17h 00m

$646

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 24/8

20:10-21:05

2 stops28h 55m

$681

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 15/11

06:25-00:35

2 stops23h 10m

$751

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 15/11

18:35-08:55

1 stop19h 20m

$791

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Fri 8/8

06:05-22:50

3 stops20h 45m

$1,307

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 36 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 $579). Flying from Adelaide to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,089). 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 ADL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Adelaide to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 11 July 2025.
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
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
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Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
1,324 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
929 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
876 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
7.4
Good
266 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,324 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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

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.

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

    Flying on Cathay Pacific is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $1,146. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,161 and $1,449, respectively. Cathay Pacific is priced at 12% 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 ($646), Qantas Airways ($681), and Singapore Airlines ($792).

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

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

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

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $127 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 Kuala Lumpur.

  • 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 $579). Flying from Adelaide to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,089). 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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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Adelaide to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$788Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$929Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,455Average$1,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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