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Cheap flights from Chennai to Sydney 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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — SYD
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Sydney (SYD). 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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$771

One-way from

$279

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,633
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 9/2-11/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 10m total
  • Chennai to Sydney
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26/2
  • 26/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • Chennai to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($402 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Mon 9/223:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Scoot
Wed 11/213:35
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 16/1$771
Mon 2/313:15
MAA
-
SYD
3 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/313:35
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$776
Sat 28/216:45
MAA
-
SYD
3 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/313:35
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$777
Sun 22/223:35
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/321:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$786
Thu 30/408:15
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/620:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$801
Fri 10/414:20
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/409:45
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1$806
Fri 13/223:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/210:45
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$867
Thu 12/308:05
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/310:45
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$883

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Sydney 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 16 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Sydney that are best for you.

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Sydney

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Return

Price

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Mon 9/2

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/2

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

$771

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Sat 28/2

13:15-20:35

3 stops25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

13:35-17:55

3 stops33h 50m

$804

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Fri 13/2

23:55-12:20

1 stop30h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/2

10:45-22:55

1 stop17h 40m

$867

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Thu 12/3

08:05-09:15

1 stop19h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 27/3

10:45-22:55

1 stop17h 40m

$883

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Fri 13/2

23:55-12:20

1 stop30h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/2

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

$898

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Thu 30/4

04:55-05:10

2 stops19h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

20:50-07:45

1 stop15h 25m

$1,049

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Thu 30/4

08:15-08:20

1 stop19h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

15:15-00:15

2 stops37h 30m

$1,069

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Sun 8/2

02:10-06:15

2 stops22h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/2

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

$1,082

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Wed 13/5

00:05-11:45

1 stop31h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

20:50-23:05

1 stop30h 45m

$1,103

ChennaiSydney

MAA - SYD

MAASYD

Chennai

Sun 1/3

23:45-20:35

1 stop15h 20m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chennai to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sydney (average of $230). Flying from Chennai to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,013). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 16 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Chennai to Sydney 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
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
378 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
971 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
7.3
Good
289 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
314 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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 Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Sydney?

    A quick flight from Chennai to Sydney can take about 13h 25m. Scoot provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $771. Chennai and Sydney are separated by a distance of 9122 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chennai to Sydney round-trip from $391. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $700, and Malaysia Airlines, from $951. You may be able to fly from Chennai to Sydney for 66% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $256. Scoot flights start at $259 while deals on Air India start at $284 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sydney (average of $230). Flying from Chennai to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,013). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$391Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$700Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$951Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$981Average$1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,181Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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