Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 17,299
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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai are usually found in August or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap 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 14 November 2025.
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 14 November 2025.
Tue 18/1120:05SYD - MAA
1 stop32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1102:00MAA - SYD
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11₹ 47,994
Wed 3/1207:00SYD - MAA
3 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1223:55MAA - SYD
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 48,260
Mon 17/1120:05SYD - MAA
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1113:15MAA - SYD
3 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 48,704
Tue 2/1218:30SYD - MAA
3 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1223:55MAA - SYD
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11₹ 48,792
Mon 17/1120:05SYD - MAA
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1211:15MAA - SYD
3 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 49,058
Wed 19/1107:15SYD - MAA
2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1123:55MAA - SYD
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11₹ 49,679
Wed 3/1213:35SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mScoot
Sun 14/1223:55MAA - SYD
1 stop30h 55mScoot
Deal found 11/11₹ 51,010
Tue 2/1220:05SYD - MAA
1 stop32h 15mScoot
Wed 10/1223:55MAA - SYD
1 stop13h 25mScoot
Deal found 14/11₹ 52,163
Best flights from Sydney to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 14 November 2025.
Sat 29/1111:15SYD - MAA
3 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1217:35MAA - SYD
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 69,906
Sat 24/110:05SYD - MAA
2 stops19h 35mQantas Airways
Sun 15/214:35MAA - SYD
2 stops16h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/11₹ 94,480
Mon 2/218:15SYD - MAA
2 stops37h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 15/204:05MAA - SYD
3 stops25h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/11₹ 110,448
Tue 6/111:05SYD - MAA
1 stop19h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 15/102:00MAA - SYD
1 stop37h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11₹ 111,424
Tue 6/121:50SYD - MAA
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/100:40MAA - SYD
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 101,666
Sat 27/1211:10SYD - MAA
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/120:10MAA - SYD
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 107,077
Sun 22/320:00SYD - MAA
2 stops35h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 10/403:55MAA - SYD
3 stops32h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/11₹ 121,094
Fri 26/1212:30SYD - MAA
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/108:05MAA - SYD
3 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11₹ 111,158
Fri 19/1219:40SYD - MAA
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/108:05MAA - SYD
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11₹ 122,336
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Chennai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Chennai. Data last updated 14 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 19/1107:15SYD - MAA
2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1108:05MAA - SYD
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11₹ 49,058
Wed 19/1112:45SYD - MAA
2 stops39h 50mGaruda Indonesia
Tue 25/1100:20MAA - SYD
2 stops28h 05mGaruda Indonesia
Deal found 14/11₹ 144,248
Wed 19/1116:20SYD - MAA
2 stops42h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 25/1102:30MAA - SYD
3 stops46h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/11₹ 216,549
One-way flights from Sydney to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 14 November 2025.
Thu 29/120:05SYD - MAA
1 stop32h 15mScoot
Deal found 12/11₹ 17,299
Mon 26/113:35SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mScoot
Deal found 12/11₹ 17,654
Mon 19/113:35SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mScoot
Deal found 13/11₹ 22,711
Mon 2/213:35SYD - MAA
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 22,888
Mon 23/313:35SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mScoot
Deal found 14/11₹ 22,977
Wed 4/213:35SYD - MAA
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11₹ 23,065
Sat 31/113:35SYD - MAA
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 24,130
Thu 29/113:35SYD - MAA
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 24,307
Fri 9/121:30SYD - MAA
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11₹ 24,751
Sat 10/107:00SYD - MAA
2 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11₹ 24,840
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 14 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Chennai that are best for you.
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Chennai
Route
Depart
Return
Price
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 29/11
11:15-10:15
3 stops28h 30m
Chennai
Sun 14/12
17:35-18:50
2 stops19h 45m
₹ 69,906
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 24/1
10:05-00:10
2 stops19h 35m
Chennai
Sun 15/2
14:35-13:00
2 stops16h 55m
₹ 94,480
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 6/1
21:50-22:55
1 stop30h 35m
Chennai
Thu 15/1
00:40-06:45
2 stops24h 35m
₹ 101,666
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 27/12
11:10-07:25
2 stops25h 45m
Chennai
Sat 3/1
20:10-10:25
3 stops32h 45m
₹ 107,077
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 2/2
18:15-02:20
2 stops37h 35m
Chennai
Sun 15/2
04:05-11:20
3 stops25h 45m
₹ 110,448
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 26/12
12:30-07:25
2 stops24h 25m
Chennai
Tue 20/1
08:05-06:05
3 stops40h 30m
₹ 111,158
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 6/1
11:05-00:35
1 stop19h 00m
Chennai
Thu 15/1
02:00-20:50
1 stop37h 20m
₹ 111,424
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 22/3
20:00-02:20
2 stops35h 50m
Chennai
Fri 10/4
03:55-16:35
3 stops32h 10m
₹ 121,094
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 19/12
19:40-16:00
2 stops25h 50m
Chennai
Thu 1/1
08:05-09:15
1 stop19h 40m
₹ 122,336
SydneyChennai
SYD - MAA
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 30/1
13:35-22:50
1 stop14h 45m
₹ 17,654
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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 7 November 2025.
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 59 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 ₹ 31,582). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 62,720). 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 SYD to MAA?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 14 November 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Chennai?
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 59% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Chennai on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Chennai?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Bangkok (BKK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 03m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Chennai?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Bangkok (BKK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 03m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney 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 1h 38m.
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 14 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines 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.
Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Related info for your journey
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How long is the flight from Sydney to Chennai?
Airlines like Qantas Airways fly from Sydney to Chennai in about 19h 35m. 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 (₹ 30,330), Malaysia Airlines (₹ 51,548), and Singapore Airlines (₹ 52,796) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chennai. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
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 ₹ 31,582). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 62,720). 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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