Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai from $319

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MAA
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chennai are usually found in May or March, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$641

One-way from

$319

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$947
8/11-21/11
  • 8/11-21/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($440 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chennai
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Sat 8/1106:15MEL - MAA
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1108:05MAA - MEL
2 stops16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$641
Wed 29/1013:10MEL - MAA
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1123:35MAA - MEL
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$648
Thu 30/1001:00MEL - MAA
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1123:35MAA - MEL
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$661
Wed 19/1113:10MEL - MAA
1 stop15h 10mScoot
Mon 1/1223:55MAA - MEL
1 stop30h 30mScoot
Deal found 17/10$674
Wed 12/1101:00MEL - MAA
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1108:05MAA - MEL
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$688
Thu 30/1001:00MEL - MAA
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1123:55MAA - MEL
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/10$699
Mon 17/1113:10MEL - MAA
1 stop15h 10mScoot
Fri 28/1123:55MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 55mScoot
Deal found 16/10$713
Thu 30/1001:00MEL - MAA
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1102:10MAA - MEL
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$718
Thu 23/1022:45MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1123:55MAA - MEL
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$719
Thu 13/1113:30MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 50mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Thu 27/1123:50MAA - MEL
1 stop23h 40mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 15/10$724
Mon 17/1106:00AVV - MAA
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1123:55MAA - AVV
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$842
Sat 8/1106:00AVV - MAA
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1108:05MAA - AVV
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10$862

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Melbourne

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

01:00-22:45

1 stop27h 15m

Chennai

Mon 3/11

23:55-11:55

1 stop30h 30m

$699

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 17/11

06:00-22:50

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Fri 28/11

23:55-23:15

2 stops17h 50m

$842

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

01:00-22:45

1 stop27h 15m

Chennai

Mon 1/12

23:45-23:45

1 stop18h 30m

$847

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 8/11

06:00-22:45

2 stops22h 15m

Chennai

Fri 21/11

08:05-20:20

2 stops30h 45m

$862

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 2/11

05:00-21:50

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

23:55-23:15

2 stops17h 50m

$875

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 1/11

06:15-17:40

3 stops40h 55m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

23:55-22:45

2 stops17h 20m

$899

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 2/11

05:00-21:50

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Sun 9/11

23:55-23:15

2 stops17h 50m

$915

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 31/10

06:00-22:50

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

23:55-23:15

2 stops17h 50m

$922

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 31/10

06:00-22:50

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Sun 30/11

23:55-23:15

2 stops17h 50m

$947

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 31/10

06:00-22:50

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Sun 9/11

23:55-23:15

2 stops17h 50m

$958

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai (average of $508). Flying from Melbourne to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,059). 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 MEL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 17 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Chennai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Chennai flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Chennai?

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 17 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Melbourne to Chennai. 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.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 16.5 km from the centre vof the city. Chennai is the only Chennai airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 11 airlines have flights to Chennai from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Chennai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chennai round-trip from $483. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Royal Brunei Airlines, from $612, and Air India, from $735. Scoot is 56% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Chennai?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Those landing in Singapore looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $133 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Most Kuala Lumpur visitors opt to spend their time at Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are located about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Kuala Lumpur can hire one for about $56 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Chennai flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Chennai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai (average of $508). Flying from Melbourne to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,059). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$483Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$612Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest$735Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$795Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$892Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$923Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$951Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest$998Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,018Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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