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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 18,411

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
21 Mar — 28 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Sun 26/420:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/523:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2₹ 34,283
Mon 27/420:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/523:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2₹ 34,918
Mon 23/221:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2₹ 35,916
Mon 27/413:00
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Mon 4/523:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 16/2₹ 36,097
Fri 6/310:45
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/308:05
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2₹ 36,188
Mon 23/221:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2₹ 37,186
Fri 14/809:45
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/823:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2₹ 37,367
Fri 20/213:35
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 45m
Scoot
Sun 1/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 17/2₹ 37,639

Find flight deals from Sydney to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 34,283

One-way from

₹ 18,411

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 58,046
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 26/4-17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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16/3
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 05m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 256,237 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 19 February 2026.
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SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

20:50-07:25

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Mon 4/5

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

₹ 35,009

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

10:45-07:25

1 stop26h 10m

Chennai

Sat 14/3

08:05-09:15

1 stop19h 40m

₹ 36,188

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

09:45-23:05

1 stop17h 50m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

₹ 37,367

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 37,911

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Sun 5/4

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

₹ 38,093

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

21:50-07:25

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Mon 23/3

23:55-12:20

1 stop30h 55m

₹ 38,818

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Thu 30/4

11:25-08:20

2 stops40h 25m

₹ 41,720

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/4

20:50-22:50

2 stops30h 30m

Chennai

Sun 12/4

23:45-19:35

1 stop15h 20m

₹ 42,809

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Sat 4/4

08:05-09:20

1 stop19h 45m

₹ 43,897

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

11:15-18:50

3 stops26h 05m

₹ 45,348

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 18 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 29 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 32,197). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 64,485). 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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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 19 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andScoot from Sydney to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Chennai?

    Airlines like Scoot fly from Sydney to Chennai in about 32h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Sydney and Chennai is about 9122 km.

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

    According to our current data, Scoot (₹ 18,734), Malaysia Airlines (₹ 52,700), and Singapore Airlines (₹ 69,369) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chennai. These flights start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 32,197). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 64,485). 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₹ 18,734Average₹ 37,955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 52,700Average₹ 74,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 69,369Average₹ 97,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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