Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai from ₹ 22,752

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MAA
5 Jan — 12 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

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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 6 December 2025.

Fri 12/1207:45MEL - MAA
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1223:45MAA - MEL
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12₹ 73,560
Mon 15/1221:15MEL - MAA
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1208:05MAA - MEL
2 stops16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 75,089
Mon 15/1221:15MEL - MAA
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/223:45MAA - MEL
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 78,147
Thu 11/1207:00MEL - MAA
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1223:55MAA - MEL
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12₹ 78,866
Wed 17/1207:45MEL - MAA
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/223:55MAA - MEL
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 84,621
Sun 14/1207:00MEL - MAA
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/223:55MAA - MEL
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 85,880
Sun 14/1220:45MEL - MAA
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1208:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 85,970
Fri 12/1206:00AVV - MAA
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1223:55MAA - AVV
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 111,959
Wed 17/1206:00AVV - MAA
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/108:05MAA - AVV
3 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 117,265
Mon 15/1215:00AVV - MAA
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1223:55MAA - AVV
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12₹ 118,704
Thu 18/1206:00AVV - MAA
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/108:05MAA - AVV
3 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12₹ 124,549
Sat 20/1206:00AVV - MAA
3 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/108:05MAA - AVV
3 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12₹ 135,610

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 6 December 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 48,111

One-way from

₹ 22,752

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

₹ 99,369
23/1-1/2
  • 23/1-1/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
25/1
  • 25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (₹ 1,603,843 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 278,690 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 6 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne 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

Sun 18/1

22:05-22:50

1 stop30h 15m

Chennai

Sun 8/2

23:55-21:20

1 stop15h 55m

₹ 57,553

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

08:45-23:05

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

11:45-07:15

1 stop14h 00m

₹ 59,172

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

18:25-09:20

1 stop19h 25m

Chennai

Sun 3/5

23:15-20:35

1 stop16h 50m

₹ 66,186

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

22:35-10:30

1 stop17h 25m

Chennai

Wed 28/1

08:05-05:40

2 stops16h 05m

₹ 66,906

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

19:55-00:35

2 stops34h 10m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

02:00-23:00

1 stop15h 30m

₹ 70,323

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 10/1

23:30-22:25

2 stops28h 25m

Chennai

Fri 30/1

23:55-05:40

2 stops24h 15m

₹ 71,762

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

06:15-19:40

2 stops18h 55m

Chennai

Wed 25/2

13:15-16:20

2 stops21h 35m

₹ 72,391

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

06:00-19:40

2 stops19h 10m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

13:15-18:50

2 stops24h 05m

₹ 75,179

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

08:10-00:35

2 stops21h 55m

Chennai

Sat 7/3

03:00-13:20

2 stops28h 50m

₹ 76,618

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 16/12

15:00-07:25

2 stops21h 55m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

08:05-09:45

3 stops20h 10m

₹ 111,959

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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 28 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 ₹ 29,406). Flying from Melbourne to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 62,050). 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 6 December 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 6 December 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

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?

    Scoot, Malaysia Airlines, and Singapore Airlines can get you from Melbourne to Chennai in just under 19h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 50m. The distance between Melbourne and Chennai is about 8766 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 (₹ 27,201), Royal Brunei Airlines (₹ 31,458), and Singapore Airlines (₹ 47,912) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Chennai. These flights start at 58% 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 (₹ 16,081), Royal Brunei Airlines (₹ 26,420), and IndiGo (₹ 28,477).

  • 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 ₹ 29,406). Flying from Melbourne to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 62,050). 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₹ 27,201Average₹ 40,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest₹ 31,458Average₹ 50,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 51,669Average₹ 72,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 60,587Average₹ 91,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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