Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 42 days in advance to save up to 23% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 42 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Australia to Chennai 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $953, or $1,076 for flights within the next 24 hours.
May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chennai from Australia. Prices for May average $806 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $561. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 65% on your journey compared to booking in May
Yes, there are multiple flights from Australia to Chennai for under $1,676. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,626, but on average you can expect to pay $1,989.
Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. Etihad Airways is one of them. New policies for travellers booking flights from Australia to Chennai include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitisation, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially-distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.
Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Scoot flying from Australia to Chennai have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.
There are no direct flights from Australia to Chennai, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.
There are currently 4+ open flights from Australia to Chennai within the next 7 days for less than $2,320.
Flights from Australia to Chennai have been viewed 11,067 times in the past calendar month.
Before booking your flight from Australia to Chennai, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Jet Airways, Air India or Cathay Pacific.
The most popular route from Australia to Chennai is Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chennai. You may also consider Brisbane - Chennai or Melbourne - Chennai.
On average you can expect to pay $1,700 for a flight from Australia to Chennai. The cheapest flight overall is $256 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chennai) is currently priced at $1,159.
Airlines like Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways fly from Australia to Chennai in about 14h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 20m. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Australia to Chennai from $2,291 return. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Etihad Airways.
For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $755. Users have also found prices from $896 and $972 on Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways, respectively.
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$375 | $662 | No cancel fee | 74% |
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$439 | $698 | No cancel fee | 77% |
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$415 | $732 | No cancel fee | 67% |
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$515 | $762 | No cancel fee | N/A |
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$513 | $766 | No cancel fee | 68% |
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$523 | $785 | No cancel fee | 72% |
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$346 | $804 | No cancel fee | N/A |
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$542 | $823 | No cancel fee | 75% |
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$523 | $846 | No cancel fee | 80% |
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