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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai from $280

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MAA
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chennai are usually found in May or February, booked 77 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 (MEL) 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$560

One-way from

$280

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,108
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 4/11-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($413 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.

Tue 4/1122:30MEL - MAA
1 stop29h 50mScoot
Mon 17/1123:50MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Deal found 3/7$560
Fri 1/807:00MEL - MAA
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 23/818:50MAA - MEL
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$668

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Price

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Mon 17/11

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$558

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 7/10

22:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

Chennai

Tue 11/11

23:45-21:20

1 stop16h 05m

$581

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 1/9

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

$280

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

$298

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

20:35-15:10

1 stop24h 05m

$536

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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 Airport to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai (average of $578). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,095). 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 4 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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.

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 4 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai, such as Qantas Airways and Scoot. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints
Scoot
6.7
Okay
306 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

SYD - LAX

Overall, it was excellent experience, but flight delayed around 55 Mints

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from Melbourne, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Chennai per day from 11 different airlines.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Flying on Scoot is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $560. Scoot is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights have a stopover in Singapore most often. Kuala Lumpur is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai. Bangkok comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights.

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

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay, by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $127 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Kuala Lumpur travellers tend to visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia more than any other notable places. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia can be accessed by travelling approximately 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Kuala Lumpur can hire a car from Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $47 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Bangkok?

    If you're on a stopover in Bangkok and looking for things to do, consider visiting Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center, or Siam Square. Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center, and Siam Square can be visited by travelling about 23.8 km, 21.1 km, and 24.2 km respectively from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. Those on a stopover in Bangkok in need of a car hire can book one at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi for about $27.

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

    Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights have a stopover in New Delhi least often. Bandar Seri Begawan is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai. Colombo comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai (average of $578). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,095). 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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ScootCheapest$495Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$633Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest$725Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$792Average$1,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$861Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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IndiGoCheapest$892Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$912Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$984Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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