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Cheap flights from Australia to Chennai from $212

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Chennai

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

Sun 12/405:15
PER
-
MAA
1 stop20h 20m
AirAsia
Sun 17/508:05
MAA
-
PER
1 stop17h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 19/2$385
Fri 17/420:50
PER
-
MAA
1 stop13h 05m
AirAsia
Sat 16/508:05
MAA
-
PER
1 stop17h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 17/2$390
Fri 6/320:40
PER
-
MAA
1 stop13h 15m
AirAsia
Sat 11/423:45
MAA
-
PER
1 stop17h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 17/2$408
Tue 24/205:15
PER
-
MAA
1 stop20h 10m
AirAsia
Tue 3/308:05
MAA
-
PER
1 stop17h 55m
AirAsia
Deal found 19/2$415
Tue 24/217:45
PER
-
MAA
1 stop31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/308:05
MAA
-
PER
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$418
Sun 12/420:50
PER
-
MAA
3 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/523:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$473
Fri 6/305:15
PER
-
MAA
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/423:45
MAA
-
PER
1 stop26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$500
Fri 24/420:50
PER
-
MAA
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/408:05
MAA
-
PER
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$510
Fri 17/405:15
PER
-
MAA
3 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/508:05
MAA
-
PER
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$517
Tue 3/301:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/523:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$523
Thu 11/621:45
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/723:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$526
Mon 23/220:40
PER
-
MAA
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/323:55
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$527

Find flight deals from Australia to Chennai

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

Round-trip from

$385

One-way from

$212

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$908
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 12/4-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($346 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 21 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Chennai that are best for you.

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Australia

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 12/4

05:15-23:05

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

Sun 17/5

08:05-04:15

1 stop17h 40m

$385

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Fri 17/4

20:50-07:25

1 stop13h 05m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

08:05-04:15

1 stop17h 40m

$390

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 12/4

20:50-22:50

3 stops28h 30m

Chennai

Sun 17/5

23:50-04:20

1 stop26h 00m

$473

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Fri 6/3

05:15-10:15

2 stops31h 30m

Chennai

Sat 11/4

23:45-04:15

1 stop26h 00m

$500

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Fri 17/4

05:15-11:00

2 stops32h 15m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

08:05-04:15

1 stop17h 40m

$506

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Thu 2/7

23:45-20:30

1 stop16h 15m

$530

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

20:50-07:25

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Mon 4/5

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$547

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Fri 24/4

20:50-07:25

1 stop13h 05m

Chennai

Mon 27/4

02:55-19:40

1 stop14h 15m

$551

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

10:45-07:25

1 stop26h 10m

Chennai

Sat 14/3

08:05-09:15

1 stop19h 40m

$565

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

21:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Sat 1/8

23:45-05:30

1 stop25h 15m

$572

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chennai (average of $354). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $793). 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 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 21 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
384 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
995 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Chennai (MAA), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Australia to Chennai.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Chennai?

    For as low as $952, AirAsia can have you in Chennai from Australia in 14h. The distance between Australia and Chennai is about 9041 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to Chennai are AirAsia ($170), Scoot ($191), and AirAsia X ($244).

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Chennai?

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Chennai, consider Melbourne - Chennai, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chennai or Melbourne Avalon - Chennai, as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to Chennai?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chennai (average of $354). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $793). 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 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 21 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$343Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$365Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$538Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$640Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$687Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$704Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$735Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest$753Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$783Average$1,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$815Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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