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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai from ₹ 23,267

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 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MAA
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chennai

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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 22 April 2026.

Thu 10/921:45
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/923:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4₹ 45,225
Thu 6/821:45
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/823:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4₹ 45,412
Sat 8/806:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/823:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4₹ 45,505
Tue 7/706:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/723:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4₹ 45,692
Tue 8/906:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/923:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4₹ 45,786
Tue 28/700:30
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1023:55
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4₹ 45,972
Tue 3/1106:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/1123:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4₹ 46,066
Tue 3/1106:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1123:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4₹ 46,533
Wed 26/813:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Fri 4/923:50
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 17/4₹ 47,094
Thu 6/816:40
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/823:50
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4₹ 57,559
Sat 8/816:40
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/823:50
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4₹ 58,213
Mon 3/806:00
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/823:50
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4₹ 59,428

Find 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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 45,225

One-way from

₹ 23,267

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Average price

₹ 72,136
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 10/9-18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
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  • 27/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
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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 22 April 2026.
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

06:15-23:05

1 stop21h 20m

Chennai

Wed 16/9

23:45-20:30

1 stop16h 15m

₹ 46,066

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 8/9

16:40-22:50

2 stops34h 40m

Chennai

Wed 16/9

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

₹ 59,801

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

12:00-12:45

1 stop29h 15m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

23:45-05:00

1 stop24h 45m

₹ 61,577

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Tue 28/7

23:45-05:30

3 stops25h 15m

₹ 61,764

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 1/8

16:40-22:50

2 stops34h 40m

Chennai

Sun 9/8

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

₹ 62,698

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 7/6

06:00-22:50

2 stops21h 20m

Chennai

Mon 22/6

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

₹ 65,314
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

13:25-22:50

1 stop13h 55m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

₹ 66,623

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 5/9

16:40-22:50

2 stops34h 40m

Chennai

Sun 13/9

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

₹ 66,996

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 29/7

06:00-22:50

2 stops21h 20m

Chennai

Wed 28/10

23:55-07:55

2 stops26h 30m

₹ 81,293

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 15/5

06:00-22:50

2 stops21h 20m

Chennai

Mon 25/5

23:50-22:50

2 stops18h 30m

₹ 82,227

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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 17 April 2026.

Booking 48 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai (average of ₹ 19,155). Flying from Melbourne to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118,295). 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.

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

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 22 April 2026.
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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
305 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,502 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 3 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 can get you from Melbourne to Chennai in just under 13h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Melbourne and Chennai is about 8766 km.

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

    According to our current data, Scoot (₹ 23,806), Singapore Airlines (₹ 49,784), and Malaysia Airlines (₹ 57,537) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Chennai. These flights start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Chennai are Scoot (₹ 16,545), Royal Brunei Airlines (₹ 27,452), and IndiGo (₹ 29,590).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai (average of ₹ 19,155). Flying from Melbourne to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118,295). 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₹ 23,806Average₹ 40,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 49,784Average₹ 114,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 57,537Average₹ 77,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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