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Cheap flights from Australia to Chennai from $220

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 28/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
21 Aug — 28 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 16 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$432

One-way from

$300

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$873
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 7/9-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 30m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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10/10
  • 10/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 35m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($457 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 16 August 2025.

Sun 7/920:30PER - MAA
1 stop13h 45mAirAsia
Tue 9/908:15MAA - PER
1 stop17h 45mAirAsia
Deal found 15/8$432
Sun 7/920:30PER - MAA
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/900:05MAA - PER
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$495
Sat 18/1022:45MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1023:45MAA - MEL
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$578
Tue 14/1022:15SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/223:50MAA - SYD
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$582
Sat 6/921:45MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/923:45MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$615
Mon 10/1107:00MEL - MAA
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1123:50MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$628
Mon 10/1107:00MEL - MAA
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1108:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$647
Fri 17/1013:30MEL - MAA
1 stop19h 20mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Fri 14/1104:20MAA - MEL
1 stop19h 10mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 15/8$653
Fri 17/1007:00MEL - MAA
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1123:45MAA - MEL
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$656
Mon 25/812:50SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mScoot
Wed 3/900:05MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 55mScoot
Deal found 15/8$662
Sat 6/920:45SYD - MAA
1 stop30h 50mScoot
Mon 22/900:05MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 55mScoot
Deal found 14/8$664
Sun 28/916:35DRW - MAA
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1008:15MAA - DRW
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$667

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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 7/9

20:30-07:45

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Tue 9/9

08:15-04:30

1 stop17h 45m

$432

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 7/9

20:30-07:45

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Mon 8/9

00:05-20:40

1 stop18h 05m

$495

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Wed 19/11

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$567

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

22:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Mon 17/11

23:45-21:20

1 stop16h 05m

$568

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 4/11

22:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Mon 17/11

23:45-21:20

1 stop16h 05m

$568

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

22:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

Chennai

Thu 30/10

23:45-05:30

1 stop24h 15m

$578

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

22:15-07:25

1 stop14h 40m

Chennai

Sat 22/11

08:05-09:15

1 stop19h 40m

$579

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

22:15-07:45

1 stop15h 00m

Chennai

Wed 25/2

23:50-18:50

1 stop13h 30m

$582

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 6/9

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

Chennai

Sun 14/9

23:45-20:20

1 stop16h 05m

$615

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

14:00-23:05

1 stop14h 35m

Chennai

Mon 3/11

23:50-11:40

1 stop30h 20m

$618

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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 $586). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,090). 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 AU to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 16 August 2025.

When flying from Australia to Chennai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 16 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andMalaysia Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
1,347 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
343 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
273 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
75 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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
Scoot
6.7
Okay
308 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

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 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.

  • 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.

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  • 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 $586). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,090). 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 16 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$388Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$396Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$643Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$665Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$690Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$731Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$747Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IndiGoCheapest$769Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$849Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$853Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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