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Cheap flights from Australia to Chennai from $272

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 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
17 Aug — 24 Aug1
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 18 July 2026.

Mon 10/809:55
PER
-
MAA
1 stop15h 25m
Scoot
Mon 17/823:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 12/7$624
Mon 10/809:55
PER
-
MAA
3 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/823:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$716
Sat 1/820:35
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/812:40
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$835
Fri 14/813:00
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/816:30
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$845
Sat 1/820:35
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/820:20
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$849
Mon 7/913:00
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/923:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7$851
Sun 2/813:00
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/823:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$852
Sat 1/820:35
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/808:55
MAA
-
SYD
3 stops46h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$855
Wed 22/713:00
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/823:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$856
Sun 19/713:00
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/823:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$858
Tue 21/713:00
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/812:40
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$861
Fri 14/813:00
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Fri 28/823:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 12/7$862

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 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$624

One-way from

$272

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,146
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 10/8-17/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 15m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 26/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 45m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($413 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($92 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 18 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Chennai that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Wed 2/9

20:20-11:45

2 stops34h 55m

$917

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 6/9

06:00-22:50

2 stops21h 20m

Chennai

Sun 20/9

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

$931

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 1/10

16:40-22:50

2 stops34h 40m

Chennai

Fri 20/11

23:50-23:15

2 stops17h 55m

$960

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 5/9

16:40-22:50

2 stops34h 40m

Chennai

Sun 20/9

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

$967

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 6/9

15:50-10:45

1 stop21h 25m

Chennai

Wed 9/9

11:45-14:50

1 stop24h 35m

$994

BrisbaneChennai

BNE - MAA

BNEMAA

Brisbane

Thu 30/7

06:00-23:35

2 stops22h 05m

Chennai

Wed 5/8

00:50-23:25

2 stops42h 05m

$995

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 16/8

09:45-10:45

1 stop29h 00m

Chennai

Sun 23/8

23:55-07:00

1 stop27h 05m

$1,003

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 15/8

16:40-22:50

2 stops34h 40m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

$1,007

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 23/10

06:00-22:50

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Mon 2/11

23:50-23:15

2 stops17h 55m

$1,034

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 6/9

08:20-23:35

1 stop17h 45m

Chennai

Tue 8/9

00:50-06:50

1 stop27h 30m

$1,041

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chennai (average of $912). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,808). 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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Australia to Chennai, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, 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
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

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
1,573 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

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
1,415 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

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
1,062 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

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
313 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

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.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

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 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 $1,041, Malaysia Airlines can have you in Chennai from Australia in 17h 45m. The distance between Australia and Chennai is about 6280 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 ($172), Scoot ($194), and AirAsia X ($254).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chennai (average of $912). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,808). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to Chennai

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 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$370Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$376Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$536Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$652Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$690Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$736Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$744Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest$778Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$793Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest$860Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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