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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne Airport from $388

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
23 May — 30 May1
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 23 April 2026.

Sun 7/623:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/721:45
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$681
Mon 8/623:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/700:30
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$688
Sun 7/623:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/700:30
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$691
Sun 16/823:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Scoot
Sat 29/821:35
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop29h 45m
Scoot
Deal found 20/4$695
Sun 16/823:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/806:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$711
Mon 1/623:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/706:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$721
Mon 1/623:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/706:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$728
Mon 1/623:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Scoot
Mon 27/713:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 19/4$753
Fri 23/1023:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1101:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$762
Wed 9/923:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Scoot
Wed 16/913:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 20/4$775
Fri 5/623:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Scoot
Fri 12/613:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 21/4$788

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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$681

One-way from

$388

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,234
7/6-16/7
  • 7/6-16/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 12/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 00m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($132 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 16/8

08:05-05:00

1 stop16h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 18/8

00:30-23:05

1 stop27h 05m

$1,004

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 10/8

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

23:30-22:50

1 stop27h 50m

$1,047

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 10/8

14:35-14:35

2 stops19h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 14/8

06:00-21:25

2 stops19h 55m

$1,110

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 16/8

14:35-16:20

2 stops21h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

21:00-20:35

2 stops28h 05m

$1,124
Fastest return journey

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 5/6

14:20-08:50

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

12:05-23:55

1 stop16h 20m

$1,347

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 15/5

14:20-08:50

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

10:45-23:55

2 stops17h 40m

$1,378

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 11/5

11:45-11:10

2 stops18h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

20:00-10:45

2 stops19h 15m

$1,599

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 14/5

14:20-08:50

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

06:00-22:55

2 stops21h 25m

$1,614

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 1/7

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

07:45-22:50

1 stop19h 35m

$3,961
Cheapest one-way

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 21/7

23:50-05:30

1 stop25h 10m

$517

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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 17 April 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport (average of $955). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,558). 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 23 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
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
1,502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
1,026 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
305 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
325 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 14h. 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 $535, 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 $721 and $788, respectively. Users have found that Scoot is 54% 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 $236. Users have also found prices from $241 and $339 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport (average of $955). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,558). 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 23 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$535Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$721Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$788Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$838Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$905Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,011Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,051Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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