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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai from ₹ 15,940

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MAA
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chennai are usually found in May or February, booked 77 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 (MEL) 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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 31,274

One-way from

₹ 15,940

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

₹ 60,728
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 25/8-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
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21/1
  • 21/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (₹ 1,376,443 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (₹ 261,487 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 29 July 2025.

Thu 7/821:45MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/823:45MAA - MEL
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7₹ 31,100
Sat 18/1022:30MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 05mScoot
Wed 29/1023:50MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Deal found 29/7₹ 32,660

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 29 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 25/8

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

Chennai

Tue 9/9

08:15-05:30

1 stop16h 45m

₹ 31,274

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Fri 20/2

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

₹ 32,487

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

22:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

₹ 15,940

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 23/9

21:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

₹ 29,888

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

00:30-10:45

1 stop15h 45m

₹ 32,920

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

07:00-08:45

1 stop31h 15m

₹ 33,873

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

00:45-00:35

1 stop29h 20m

₹ 44,182

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

10:00-19:25

2 stops38h 55m

₹ 45,654

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Deals found on 27/7

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 25 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 29 July 2025.

When flying from Melbourne Airport 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 6% versus a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 65% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

New Delhi (DEL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 53,809.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via New Delhi (DEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 6h 44m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Bangkok (BKK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 32m.

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 29 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport 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
1,335 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,335 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,335 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,335 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,335 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
270 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,335 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
308 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,335 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 16.5 km from the centre vof the city. Chennai is the only Chennai airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Chennai from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Scoot, at ₹ 32,487, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Chennai.. This flight start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Scoot, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 29,888. However, be on the lookout for offers from Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Chennai for a low price.

  • 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 Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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₹ 26,229Average₹ 41,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 48,128Average₹ 70,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 49,775Average₹ 69,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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