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Cheap flights from Australia to Chennai from ₹ 12,946

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
14 Jan — 21 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 December 2025.

Thu 18/1219:00PER - MAA
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1223:45MAA - PER
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12₹ 67,177
Wed 31/1217:55MEL - MAA
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/108:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12₹ 74,148
Mon 15/1219:00PER - MAA
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1223:55MAA - PER
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12₹ 75,144
Mon 15/1203:35PER - MAA
2 stops17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1223:55MAA - PER
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12₹ 78,584
Fri 19/1207:25PER - MAA
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1223:45MAA - PER
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12₹ 79,218
Mon 22/1205:35PER - MAA
1 stop31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1202:10MAA - PER
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12₹ 79,309
Wed 31/1217:55MEL - MAA
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/108:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12₹ 79,309
Fri 19/1205:15PER - MAA
1 stop28h 40mAirAsia
Wed 31/1223:45MAA - PER
1 stop17h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 13/12₹ 79,852
Wed 31/1217:55MEL - MAA
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/108:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12₹ 81,119
Thu 18/1205:15PER - MAA
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1209:20MAA - PER
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12₹ 81,572
Wed 31/1217:55MEL - MAA
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/123:45MAA - MEL
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12₹ 81,753
Mon 15/1221:50SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1208:05MAA - SYD
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12₹ 82,658

Find flight deals from Australia to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 15 December 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 26,255

One-way from

₹ 12,946

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 96,872
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 1/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 15m total
  • Australia to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (₹ 1,548,442 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 253,385 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Chennai 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Chennai that are best for you.

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Australia

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 1/2

05:35-22:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Mon 16/2

23:55-04:15

1 stop25h 50m

₹ 26,255

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Wed 28/1

20:40-07:25

1 stop13h 15m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

23:55-04:15

1 stop25h 50m

₹ 28,337

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 1/2

20:40-07:25

1 stop13h 15m

Chennai

Mon 16/2

06:05-00:40

2 stops16h 05m

₹ 39,292

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Thu 22/1

20:40-07:25

1 stop13h 15m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

08:05-10:50

2 stops24h 15m

₹ 40,469

DarwinChennai

DRW - MAA

DRWMAA

Darwin

Wed 28/1

16:35-07:25

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

16:45-16:15

2 stops19h 30m

₹ 43,638

DarwinChennai

DRW - MAA

DRWMAA

Darwin

Thu 15/1

16:50-22:50

2 stops34h 00m

Chennai

Thu 29/1

23:45-16:00

1 stop12h 15m

₹ 47,531

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Thu 22/1

20:40-07:25

1 stop13h 15m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

08:05-04:30

1 stop17h 55m

₹ 48,889

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/1

21:50-07:25

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

23:55-12:20

1 stop30h 55m

₹ 51,695

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/1

21:50-07:25

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Sun 15/2

23:45-20:35

1 stop15h 20m

₹ 52,058

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Sun 8/3

05:35-22:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Mon 9/3

23:55-04:15

1 stop25h 50m

₹ 53,506

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Chennai

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chennai (average of ₹ 22,634). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 51,424). 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 AU to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Australia to Chennai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated 15 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andMalaysia Airlines from Australia to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,413 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,413 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,413 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,095 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,413 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
282 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,413 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Scoot
6.7
Okay
311 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,413 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Australia to Chennai. It is only a 16.5 km journey from Chennai (MAA) to Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Chennai?

    Scoot and Malaysia Airlines can get you from Australia to Chennai in just under 17h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 40m. The distance from Australia to Chennai is about 8126 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Scoot, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 16,189. Cathay Pacific flights start at ₹ 25,139 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at ₹ 25,596 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Chennai?

    While some choose either Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chennai or Brisbane - Chennai, Melbourne - Chennai is the most popular route from Australia to Chennai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chennai (average of ₹ 22,634). Flying from Australia to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 51,424). 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₹ 27,385Average₹ 39,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest₹ 31,671Average₹ 50,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 50,182Average₹ 79,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 51,558Average₹ 60,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 52,018Average₹ 76,603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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