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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 18,054

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
26 Feb — 5 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 27 January 2026.

Wed 3/620:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/608:15
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1₹ 40,874
Sat 2/513:00
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/508:15
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1₹ 41,882
Thu 4/620:35
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/608:15
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1₹ 43,806
Mon 2/221:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/423:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1₹ 43,898
Sat 28/210:45
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1₹ 44,265
Sat 21/210:45
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/323:55
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1₹ 44,356
Tue 2/620:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/623:45
MAA
-
SYD
3 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1₹ 44,448
Sun 22/210:45
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/316:30
MAA
-
SYD
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1₹ 44,540
Sun 22/221:50
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/307:10
MAA
-
SYD
3 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1₹ 44,723

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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 40,874

One-way from

₹ 18,054

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 83,489
3/6-12/6
  • 3/6-12/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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15/7
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (₹ 1,513,791 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 250,198 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 27 January 2026.
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SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

20:50-07:45

1 stop15h 25m

Chennai

Fri 12/6

08:15-16:20

2 stops27h 35m

₹ 40,874

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

13:00-13:50

3 stops29h 20m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

08:15-08:20

1 stop19h 35m

₹ 42,707

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/6

20:50-07:45

1 stop15h 25m

Chennai

Tue 9/6

23:45-07:20

3 stops27h 05m

₹ 44,448

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/2

10:45-22:55

1 stop17h 40m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

08:05-18:50

3 stops29h 15m

₹ 44,998

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/2

10:45-22:55

1 stop17h 40m

Chennai

Sun 22/3

07:10-18:50

3 stops30h 10m

₹ 45,731

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/2

21:50-07:25

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Sat 28/3

14:35-12:45

1 stop16h 40m

₹ 47,106

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

20:50-07:45

1 stop15h 25m

Chennai

Mon 13/7

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

₹ 52,879

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

10:45-12:05

2 stops30h 50m

Chennai

Fri 20/3

08:30-18:50

3 stops28h 50m

₹ 52,879

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

20:00-15:40

2 stops24h 10m

Chennai

Mon 27/4

16:20-18:25

1 stop21h 35m

₹ 54,621

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/7

09:45-23:05

1 stop17h 50m

₹ 18,054

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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 23 January 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 ₹ 32,626). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 64,060). 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.

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 27 January 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
1,439 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

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
1,439 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

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
290 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

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
316 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,439 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

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.

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

    According to our current data, Scoot (₹ 23,509), Malaysia Airlines (₹ 51,339), and Singapore Airlines (₹ 70,095) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chennai. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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    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 ₹ 32,626). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 64,060). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest₹ 23,509Average₹ 39,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 51,339Average₹ 81,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 70,095Average₹ 98,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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