Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai from ₹ 23,894

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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MAA
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chennai are usually found in May or October, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Chennai (MAA). 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 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 42,616

One-way from

₹ 23,894

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

₹ 68,025
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 21/1-25/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
11/1
  • 11/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (₹ 1,558,542 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 268,687 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 November 2025.

Sun 30/1107:45MEL - MAA
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1223:55MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11₹ 46,895
Sun 30/1107:45MEL - MAA
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1223:55MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11₹ 47,787
Fri 5/1207:45MEL - MAA
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1208:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11₹ 51,621
Mon 24/1107:45MEL - MAA
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1223:55MAA - MEL
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11₹ 52,512
Tue 25/1113:30MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 50mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Thu 18/1223:50MAA - MEL
1 stop23h 40mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 23/11₹ 53,493
Wed 3/1217:45MEL - MAA
2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1223:55MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11₹ 53,850
Mon 1/1207:45MEL - MAA
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1223:55MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11₹ 54,295
Tue 2/1207:45MEL - MAA
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1223:45MAA - MEL
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11₹ 55,811
Wed 26/1110:20AVV - MAA
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1208:05MAA - AVV
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11₹ 78,278
Wed 26/1110:20AVV - MAA
2 stops18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1223:55MAA - AVV
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11₹ 80,418
Sun 30/1108:10AVV - MAA
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1223:55MAA - AVV
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11₹ 82,557

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Melbourne

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

08:45-23:05

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

Mon 9/3

11:45-07:15

1 stop14h 00m

₹ 53,225

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

07:45-07:25

2 stops29h 10m

Chennai

Thu 11/12

00:20-23:45

1 stop17h 55m

₹ 61,071

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

01:00-22:55

1 stop27h 25m

Chennai

Tue 3/3

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 66,420

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 24/1

06:00-00:10

2 stops23h 40m

Chennai

Sat 14/2

11:45-23:15

2 stops30h 00m

₹ 507,915

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 11/3

06:00-19:40

2 stops19h 10m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

07:10-23:15

2 stops34h 35m

₹ 565,598

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 27/3

06:00-19:40

2 stops19h 10m

Chennai

Fri 22/5

14:35-14:10

2 stops19h 05m

₹ 573,711

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

06:15-11:50

3 stops35h 05m

₹ 24,428

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

13:10-09:10

2 stops25h 30m

₹ 24,963

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

13:10-08:40

2 stops25h 00m

₹ 25,409

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

17:55-22:55

2 stops34h 30m

₹ 25,944

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai. 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 Melbourne to Chennai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai (average of ₹ 29,154). Flying from Melbourne to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 61,428). 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 MEL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 25 November 2025.

When flying from Melbourne to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight at midday.

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 25 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andScoot from Melbourne to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Melbourne. On average, Chennai has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 4 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Chennai?

    Malaysia Airlines and Qantas Airways can get you from Melbourne to Chennai in just under 19h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 40m. The distance between Melbourne and Chennai is about 8756 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Scoot (₹ 26,968), Royal Brunei Airlines (₹ 31,188), and Malaysia Airlines (₹ 51,225) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Chennai. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai (average of ₹ 29,154). Flying from Melbourne to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 61,428). 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 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Chennai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest₹ 26,968Average₹ 38,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest₹ 31,188Average₹ 49,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 51,225Average₹ 71,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 60,067Average₹ 90,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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