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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne from $279

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 22/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 (ME1). 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$611

One-way from

$279

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,265
1/7-31/7
  • 1/7-31/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 35m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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22/6
  • 22/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 15m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($226 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 13 June 2025.

Tue 1/708:15MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/721:45MEL - MAA
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$611
Fri 22/800:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mScoot
Sun 5/1022:30MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 05mScoot
Deal found 11/6$619
Wed 17/1211:45MAA - MEL
1 stop14h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 24/109:00MEL - MAA
1 stop19h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,022
Fri 18/708:15MAA - AVV
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/706:00AVV - MAA
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6$1,200
Tue 16/1214:20MAA - MEL
1 stop14h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 26/106:00MEL - MAA
2 stops18h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,245
Fri 22/801:30MAA - MEL
2 stops31h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/1007:30MEL - MAA
2 stops22h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/6$1,452
Fri 19/1209:40MAA - MEL
2 stops15h 00mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 23/112:05MEL - MAA
2 stops26h 05mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,560
Wed 17/1223:25MAA - MEL
2 stops18h 45mSingapore Airlines
Thu 22/100:35MEL - MAA
1 stop27h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,758
Tue 17/606:25MAA - MEL
2 stops25h 20mIndiGo
Tue 24/606:00MEL - MAA
2 stops22h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 12/6$1,796
Tue 1/723:55MAA - MEL
3 stops25h 05mGaruda Indonesia
Thu 31/715:30MEL - MAA
2 stops35h 50mGaruda Indonesia
Deal found 12/6$2,502
Mon 15/1203:45MAA - MEL
1 stop32h 25mEmirates
Tue 20/106:15MEL - MAA
1 stop19h 25mEmirates
Deal found 11/6$2,573
Wed 17/1215:00MAA - MEL
2 stops24h 15mOman Air
Thu 22/100:30MEL - MAA
2 stops42h 30mOman Air
Deal found 11/6$2,648

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ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 1/7

08:15-05:30

1 stop16h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

21:45-23:05

1 stop29h 50m

$611

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 22/8

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

22:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

$619

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 22/8

01:30-13:05

2 stops31h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

07:30-00:15

2 stops22h 15m

$1,452

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 1/7

23:55-05:30

3 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

15:30-22:50

2 stops35h 50m

$2,502

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 23/10

23:50-06:30

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

$2,809

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 23/10

23:55-07:15

1 stop25h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

00:30-23:05

1 stop28h 05m

$3,841

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 23/10

23:15-08:25

1 stop27h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

07:10-22:10

2 stops20h 30m

$4,088

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sat 23/8

05:35-08:35

3 stops46h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

12:00-03:30

3 stops45h 00m

$4,567

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 22/6

08:15-04:00

1 stop15h 15m

$279

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 18/6

00:05-11:45

1 stop31h 10m

$290

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 Chennai to Melbourne?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 MAA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Chennai to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
76 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

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?

    For a flight from Chennai to Melbourne, you will be flying from Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 16.5 km from the centre of the city. Chennai is the only Chennai airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 9 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Chennai on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chennai to Melbourne is Scoot. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $619 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Garuda Indonesia, starting at $1,452 and $2,502 round-trip. Scoot is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Scoot. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $290. Users have also found prices from $485 and $597 on Royal Brunei Airlines and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    Most of the time, Chennai to Melbourne flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $117 per day.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Chennai to Melbourne is Kuala Lumpur.

  • 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?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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$593Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$765Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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IndiGoCheapest$895Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest$928Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,038Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,165Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,170Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,774Average$2,841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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