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Cheap flights from Australia to Chennai from $252

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.
SYD — MAA
22 Jul — 29 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 22 June 2026.

Sun 26/705:35
PER
-
MAA
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Mon 10/823:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop29h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 18/6$469
Thu 23/718:25
PER
-
MAA
1 stop30h 55m
Scoot
Fri 31/723:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 18/6$490
Sun 19/705:35
PER
-
MAA
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Fri 24/723:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 18/6$492
Sat 18/718:25
PER
-
MAA
1 stop30h 55m
Scoot
Fri 24/723:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 18/6$519
Fri 17/705:35
PER
-
MAA
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Fri 31/723:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 17/6$560
Fri 17/705:35
PER
-
MAA
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Fri 24/723:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 18/6$567
Sun 2/821:10
PER
-
MAA
1 stop28h 10m
Scoot
Wed 26/823:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 20/6$594
Sun 19/705:35
PER
-
MAA
1 stop19h 45m
Scoot
Sun 26/723:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 21/6$645
Sat 1/818:25
PER
-
MAA
1 stop30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/808:05
MAA
-
PER
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6$647
Thu 23/705:35
PER
-
MAA
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/712:40
MAA
-
PER
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6$655
Mon 20/709:55
PER
-
MAA
1 stop15h 25m
Scoot
Mon 27/723:50
MAA
-
PER
1 stop29h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 19/6$665
Sat 1/821:35
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/823:55
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6$893

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 22 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$469

One-way from

$252

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,252
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 26/7-10/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 35m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 27/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 25m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($363 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Fri 17/7

05:35-22:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Fri 24/7

23:50-17:10

1 stop14h 50m

$567

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 26/7

05:35-22:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Mon 10/8

10:55-05:50

2 stops16h 25m

$722

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 19/7

05:35-11:45

3 stops32h 40m

Chennai

Sun 26/7

23:50-04:20

1 stop26h 00m

$772

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Thu 29/10

16:15-10:45

1 stop21h 00m

Chennai

Mon 2/11

11:45-01:25

1 stop11h 10m

$889

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 20/8

16:40-22:50

2 stops34h 40m

Chennai

Sun 23/8

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

$950

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 8/9

10:30-07:25

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Sat 26/9

08:05-20:20

2 stops31h 45m

$987

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

07:45-22:50

1 stop19h 35m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

$996

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

05:55-22:00

1 stop20h 35m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

10:30-11:00

1 stop20h 00m

$1,019

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

10:25-23:05

1 stop18h 10m

Chennai

Sun 1/11

11:45-07:55

1 stop14h 40m

$1,033

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

06:15-22:55

1 stop22h 10m

Chennai

Tue 17/11

23:45-23:45

1 stop18h 30m

$1,060

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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 $962). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,735). 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 58 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 22 June 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
1,547 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,388 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,048 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
311 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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 $996, Scoot can have you in Chennai from Australia in 19h 35m. The distance between Australia and Chennai is about 8766 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 ($171), Scoot ($193), and AirAsia X ($253).

  • 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 Brisbane - 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 $962). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,735). 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 22 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$360Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$368Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$533Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$648Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$683Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$704Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$742Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest$756Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$813Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest$855Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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