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Cheap flights from Australia to Chennai from $245

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 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
1 adult

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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 October 2024.

Thu 7/1117:00PER - MAA
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 13/1102:50MAA - PER
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$607
Wed 30/1006:15MEL - MAA
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/1123:50MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$768
Wed 6/1114:00SYD - MAA
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 13/1123:50MAA - SYD
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$780
Mon 4/1113:35MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 45mScoot
Sun 10/1123:50MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Deal found 17/10$802
Wed 6/1102:25PER - MAA
1 stop10h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 14/1111:45MAA - PER
1 stop11h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/10$861
Wed 6/1122:15SYD - MAA
1 stop18h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 12/1100:20MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/10$886
Sat 19/1010:00MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 15mAir India
Mon 4/1120:40MAA - MEL
1 stop29h 50mAir India
Deal found 17/10$965
Wed 30/1006:10BNE - MAA
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/1108:05MAA - BNE
3 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,064
Thu 24/1010:45SYD - MAA
1 stop29h 30mAir India
Sun 3/1121:10MAA - SYD
1 stop29h 30mAir India
Deal found 16/10$1,067
Wed 30/1020:50DRW - MAA
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 21/1122:20MAA - DRW
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,070
Wed 30/1015:55DRW - MAA
1 stop10h 15mSingapore Airlines
Thu 21/1123:25MAA - DRW
1 stop11h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/10$1,080
Mon 4/1115:35MEL - MAA
1 stop38h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 9/1101:50MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/10$1,089

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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 731,233 searches. Data last updated 18 October 2024.

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PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Thu 7/11

1 stop16h 55m

Chennai

Thu 14/11

1 stop21h 35m

$490

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Wed 12/3

1 stop16h 00m

$601

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Tue 14/1

1 stop27h 50m

Chennai

Sun 9/2

1 stop17h 55m

$617

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 17/1

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Fri 28/2

1 stop19h 10m

$734

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 18/2

1 stop13h 50m

Chennai

Wed 12/3

1 stop14h 10m

$749

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Tue 12/11

1 stop23h 10m

Chennai

Tue 19/11

1 stop22h 35m

$843

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 3/11

1 stop20h 30m

Chennai

Sat 16/11

1 stop20h 30m

$968

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 4/11

1 stop38h 30m

Chennai

Sat 9/11

1 stop15h 40m

$1,089

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 5/1

1 stop25h 00m

Chennai

Thu 6/2

1 stop13h 10m

$1,098

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

2 stops18h 35m

Chennai

Sun 23/2

2 stops21h 20m

$1,164

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 3/11

1 stop32h 00m

Chennai

Sat 16/11

2 stops18h 55m

$1,240

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 6/11

1 stop15h 30m

Chennai

Fri 15/11

1 stop14h 20m

$1,431

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Australia to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $600). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,051). 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 18 October 2024.

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.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

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 October 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Chennai, such as Malaysia Airlines, Scoot and Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
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Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
890 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to Chennai are Scoot ($360), Singapore Airlines ($496), and Malaysia Airlines ($512).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chennai (average of $600). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,051). 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 731,233 searches. Data last updated 18 October 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$407Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$460Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest$591Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$683Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$702Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$742Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$756Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$764Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapest$775Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$781Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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