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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Chennai from $602

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — MAA
23 Jul — 30 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 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$916

One-way from

$602

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,143
12/8-25/8
  • 12/8-25/8
  • 5 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • Adelaide to Chennai
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Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • Adelaide to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($375 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 18 July 2025.

Tue 12/821:40ADL - MAA
3 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/800:05MAA - ADL
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$916
Tue 12/809:50ADL - MAA
1 stop17h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 26/823:55MAA - ADL
1 stop27h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/7$939
Mon 3/1119:00ADL - MAA
2 stops34h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/1101:50MAA - ADL
2 stops26h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/7$980
Mon 3/1118:35ADL - MAA
1 stop19h 20mSingapore Airlines
Sun 9/1110:00MAA - ADL
1 stop26h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,108
Wed 26/1109:00ADL - MAA
2 stops20h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 6/114:20MAA - ADL
2 stops39h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/7$1,260

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Adelaide to Chennai that are best for you.

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Adelaide

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Tue 12/8

21:40-23:05

3 stops29h 25m

Chennai

Mon 25/8

00:05-07:55

2 stops27h 50m

$916

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Tue 12/8

09:50-22:50

1 stop17h 00m

Chennai

Tue 26/8

23:55-07:00

1 stop27h 05m

$939

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Wed 23/7

10:05-00:15

2 stops42h 10m

Chennai

Tue 5/8

01:30-12:05

2 stops30h 35m

$1,228

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 10/8

18:10-21:05

3 stops30h 55m

Chennai

Sat 16/8

06:25-10:20

2 stops23h 55m

$1,470

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 9/8

17:35-22:00

1 stop32h 25m

Chennai

Mon 25/8

00:35-07:25

1 stop26h 50m

$1,527

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 31/8

09:50-22:50

1 stop17h 00m

$602

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Mon 1/9

19:00-00:15

2 stops33h 15m

$608

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Fri 8/8

16:55-21:05

2 stops32h 10m

$838

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Fri 8/8

17:35-09:20

1 stop19h 45m

$930

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Fri 8/8

06:00-22:50

3 stops20h 50m

$1,080

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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 11 July 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 $578). Flying from Adelaide to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,087). 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 18 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 18 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
1,328 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
936 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
879 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
269 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

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 Malaysia Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $939. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,228 and $1,470, respectively. Malaysia Airlines is priced at 29% 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 ($602), Cathay Pacific ($608), and Qantas Airways ($838).

  • 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, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Berjaya Times Square are currently the most popular points of interest in Kuala Lumpur at the moment. Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Berjaya Times Square can be visited by traveling about 46.6 km, 44.8 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 $51 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 $578). Flying from Adelaide to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,087). 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$797Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$921Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$941Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,473Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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