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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne from $311

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
14 Apr — 21 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 15 March 2026.

Wed 10/623:50
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/616:40
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3$765
Wed 6/508:05
MAA
-
MEL
2 stops16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/513:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$773
Tue 31/302:55
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/412:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$775
Wed 1/423:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Scoot
Mon 13/413:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 10/3$779
Thu 2/402:55
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/412:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$782
Mon 27/420:20
MAA
-
MEL
2 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/513:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$789
Fri 3/421:15
MAA
-
MEL
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/412:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$790
Mon 30/323:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/412:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$792
Mon 30/302:55
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/412:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$796
Wed 6/508:05
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/506:00
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$862
Wed 1/406:30
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/416:40
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,045
Thu 1/1011:45
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/1006:00
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,335

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 (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 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$765

One-way from

$311

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,270
10/6-17/6
  • 10/6-17/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 30m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($164 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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Cheapest return flight

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sat 2/5

00:50-05:55

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

23:45-23:35

1 stop28h 20m

$990

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Wed 1/4

06:30-08:00

2 stops20h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 13/4

16:40-06:15

2 stops18h 05m

$1,045
Fastest return journey

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 17/8

23:50-20:15

1 stop15h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

$1,063

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 17/8

10:55-14:35

2 stops23h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

20:30-21:15

2 stops29h 15m

$1,150

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 26/6

14:35-15:45

2 stops20h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 10/7

06:00-21:15

2 stops19h 45m

$1,214

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 1/5

16:05-15:50

1 stop19h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

17:20-15:05

1 stop26h 15m

$1,237

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Wed 19/8

19:05-14:10

2 stops38h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 23/8

20:40-23:55

2 stops31h 45m

$3,761

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Sat 2/5

00:50-14:10

2 stops32h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 28/5

06:00-23:35

2 stops22h 05m

$6,088

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Thu 9/4

00:50-14:10

2 stops32h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 5/6

06:00-23:35

2 stops22h 05m

$6,162

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Thu 2/4

00:50-14:10

2 stops31h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 12/4

06:00-23:35

2 stops22h 05m

$6,277

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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 13 March 2026.

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 51 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of $365). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). 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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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 15 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Chennai to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
295 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
81 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
320 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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. 7 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Chennai on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Melbourne?

    For as low as $1,063, Cathay Pacific can have you in Melbourne from Chennai in 15h 55m. There are 8766 km between Chennai and Melbourne. 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 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 $549 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SriLankan Airlines and Singapore Airlines, starting at $740 and $808 round-trip. Scoot is priced at 53% 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 $235. Users have also found prices from $256 and $368 on AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines, 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?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of $365). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,146). 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$549Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$740Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$808Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$840Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$928Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,078Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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