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SYD — MAA
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai are usually found in August or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Chennai
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Mon 8/1211:15SYD - MAA
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1223:45MAA - SYD
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,072
Fri 5/1209:00SYD - MAA
3 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1223:55MAA - SYD
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,104
Sun 7/1210:45SYD - MAA
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1223:45MAA - SYD
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,140
Sun 7/1210:45SYD - MAA
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1208:05MAA - SYD
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,142
Sun 7/1210:45SYD - MAA
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1223:45MAA - SYD
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,211
Wed 31/1213:35SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/223:55MAA - SYD
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,220
Tue 30/1221:50SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/223:55MAA - SYD
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,230
Best flights from Sydney to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Thu 5/322:15SYD - MAA
1 stop18h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 7/300:20MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/12$929
Thu 5/315:15SYD - MAA
1 stop38h 50mCathay Pacific
Sat 7/303:00MAA - SYD
2 stops23h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/12$1,172
Sat 17/120:05SYD - MAA
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/108:05MAA - SYD
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,237
Fri 30/109:30SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 7/206:25MAA - SYD
1 stop20h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$1,304
Wed 4/212:10SYD - MAA
1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 11/211:45MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,186
Fri 9/121:50SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/208:05MAA - SYD
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,240
Thu 5/212:10SYD - MAA
1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 12/211:45MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,186
Wed 28/111:05SYD - MAA
1 stop19h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 3/202:00MAA - SYD
2 stops33h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/12$1,346
Wed 4/209:30SYD - MAA
1 stop18h 30mQantas Airways
Tue 10/221:30MAA - SYD
1 stop31h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/12$1,375
Tue 3/222:15SYD - MAA
1 stop18h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 11/211:45MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,186
Tue 27/122:15SYD - MAA
1 stop18h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 5/211:45MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,275
Fri 6/212:10SYD - MAA
1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 14/211:45MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/12$1,296
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Chennai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Chennai. Data last updated 5 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 13/121:50SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/223:45MAA - SYD
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$948
Thu 22/120:05SYD - MAA
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/123:45MAA - SYD
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$959
Fri 23/113:35SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/223:45MAA - SYD
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$923
Fri 23/113:35SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/123:45MAA - SYD
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,001
Sat 24/121:50SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/223:55MAA - SYD
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$876
Sun 25/113:35SYD - MAA
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/223:55MAA - SYD
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$913
One-way flights from Sydney to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Sat 31/110:45SYD - MAA
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$290
Wed 4/321:50SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$292
Thu 22/110:45SYD - MAA
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12$293
Sat 31/120:05SYD - MAA
1 stop32h 15mScoot
Deal found 3/12$295
Sun 15/220:05SYD - MAA
1 stop32h 15mScoot
Deal found 3/12$304
Tue 13/121:50SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$307
Wed 21/113:35SYD - MAA
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$405
Find flight deals from Sydney to Chennai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 5 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 5 December 2025.
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SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/3
22:15-10:45
1 stop18h 00m
Chennai
Sat 7/3
00:20-20:35
1 stop14h 45m
$929
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/3
15:15-00:35
1 stop38h 50m
Chennai
Sat 7/3
03:00-07:35
2 stops23h 05m
$1,172
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 4/2
12:10-23:05
1 stop16h 25m
Chennai
Wed 11/2
11:45-07:55
1 stop14h 40m
$1,186
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/2
12:10-23:05
1 stop16h 25m
Chennai
Thu 12/2
11:45-07:55
1 stop14h 40m
$1,186
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/2
22:15-10:45
1 stop18h 00m
Chennai
Wed 11/2
11:45-07:55
1 stop14h 40m
$1,186
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 17/1
20:05-10:30
1 stop19h 55m
Chennai
Sat 24/1
08:05-06:10
2 stops40h 35m
$1,237
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 9/1
21:50-07:25
1 stop15h 05m
Chennai
Fri 20/2
08:05-09:15
1 stop19h 40m
$1,240
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 27/1
22:15-10:45
1 stop18h 00m
Chennai
Thu 5/2
11:45-07:55
1 stop14h 40m
$1,275
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 6/2
12:10-23:05
1 stop16h 25m
Chennai
Sat 14/2
11:45-07:55
1 stop14h 40m
$1,296
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 30/1
09:30-19:40
1 stop15h 40m
Chennai
Sat 7/2
06:25-08:25
1 stop20h 30m
$1,304
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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Chennai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Chennai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Chennai?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of $538). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,069). 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 SYD to MAA?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 5 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Chennai at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Chennai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Chennai flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 47% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Chennai on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,253.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Chennai?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Bangkok (BKK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 08m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Bangkok (BKK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 54m.
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 5 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Sydney to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Related info for your journey
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How long is the flight from Sydney to Chennai?
There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Chennai in 18h. Fly via Malaysia Airlines or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Chennai is about 9122 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Chennai round-trip?
Flying on Scoot is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $526. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air India and Malaysia Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $763 and $771, respectively. Scoot is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Chennai one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $258 on Scoot. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia X from $291 and Singapore Airlines from $432 one-way.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Chennai?
Sydney to Chennai flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. Kuala Lumpur follows Singapore in terms of the most common stopover location on Sydney to Chennai flights. Bangkok comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Sydney 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 Sim Lim Square. Sentosa, Merlion and Sim Lim Square are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $130 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur travellers tend to visit Berjaya Times Square, Petronas Towers, and National Mosque of Malaysia more than any other notable places. Berjaya Times Square, Petronas Towers, and National Mosque of Malaysia can be accessed by travelling approximately 44.9 km, 46.6 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Kuala Lumpur Intl for an average daily rate of $42 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Bangkok?
Bangkok travellers tend to visit Pratunam, Siam Square, and Thailand Cultural Center more than any other attractions. Pratunam, Siam Square, and Thailand Cultural Center are located about 23.8 km, 24.2 km, and 21.1 km, respectively from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. Travellers can book a car hire at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi for about $37 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Chennai flights?
Sydney to Chennai flights have a stopover in Colombo least often. Bengaluru sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Chennai.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Chennai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Chennai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Chennai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Chennai?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of $538). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,069). 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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