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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne Airport from $365

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Mon 1/621:15
MAA
-
MEL
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/713:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$755
Fri 30/1008:05
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/106:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$756
Mon 1/615:55
MAA
-
MEL
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/700:30
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$765
Fri 15/523:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Scoot
Fri 22/513:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 30/3$766
Fri 29/523:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/621:45
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$792
Thu 4/609:55
MAA
-
MEL
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/706:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$799
Wed 3/623:50
MAA
-
MEL
3 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/821:45
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$812
Thu 28/501:40
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/606:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$815
Tue 28/701:40
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/806:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$820
Wed 13/523:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Scoot
Wed 20/513:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 28/3$822

Find flight deals from Chennai to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$755

One-way from

$365

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,244
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 1/6-27/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 50m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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11/5
  • 11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 25m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($166 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Melbourne 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 2 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 1/5

04:05-15:50

1 stop31h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

17:20-02:25

1 stop37h 35m

$1,215

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sat 18/4

04:05-15:50

1 stop31h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

17:20-15:05

1 stop26h 15m

$1,218

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 25/5

02:55-08:50

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

06:00-20:35

2 stops19h 05m

$1,258

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 26/5

14:20-08:50

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

06:00-08:15

2 stops30h 45m

$1,258

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 27/5

02:55-08:50

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

06:00-08:15

2 stops30h 45m

$1,258

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 20/4

02:55-08:50

1 stop25h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

06:00-22:55

2 stops21h 25m

$1,260
Fastest return journey

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 26/4

14:20-08:50

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

06:00-22:55

2 stops21h 25m

$1,286

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sat 30/5

14:35-20:05

2 stops25h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 11/6

06:00-20:35

2 stops19h 05m

$1,300

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 29/5

10:55-15:05

2 stops23h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

06:00-20:35

2 stops19h 05m

$1,300

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 28/4

14:35-14:15

2 stops19h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

06:00-20:35

2 stops19h 05m

$1,345

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport (average of $368). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,154). 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 2 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chennai to Melbourne Airport, such as Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
303 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
322 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,487 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Chennai to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne. On average, Chennai has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 7 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport?

    Departing from Chennai to Melbourne Airport will take you 25h 25m. The distance between Chennai and Melbourne Airport is about 8766 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $556, Scoot will fly you from Chennai to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Scoot, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SriLankan Airlines and Singapore Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $745 and $814, respectively. Users have found that Scoot is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Scoot. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $243. Users have also found prices from $249 and $350 on AirAsia and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport (average of $368). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,154). 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 7 airlines flying from Chennai to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Melbourne. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$556Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$745Average$1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$814Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$866Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$935Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,045Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,086Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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