Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 26,815
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to ChennaiExplore 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 12 October 2026.
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 12 October 2026.
Best flights from Sydney to ChennaiDiscover 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 12 October 2026.
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 12 October 2026.
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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 12 October 2026.
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SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 9/11
11:40-00:10
1 stop18h 00m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 9/11
22:20-00:35
1 stop31h 45m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 21/1
06:00-00:35
2 stops48h 05m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 16/1
16:45-00:35
2 stops37h 20m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 23/10
06:00-22:50
3 stops22h 20m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 26/11
19:45-10:45
2 stops20h 30m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 18/12
19:00-00:35
2 stops35h 05m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 24/2
15:15-00:35
1 stop38h 50m
Chennai
Sat 27/2
02:00-13:00
1 stop29h 30m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 22/11
09:55-14:20
2 stops33h 55m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
SydneyChennai
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai
SYDMAA
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 5/3
19:45-00:35
2 stops34h 20m
Chennai
Fri 26/3
02:00-08:40
2 stops25h 10m
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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?
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 33 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 61,058). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 122,501). 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 Sydney to Chennai?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Chennai flights typically cost between ₹ 60,865 and ₹ 81,989 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 55,752 on Scoot (28 Oct–8 Nov).
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Chennai on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Chennai?
New Delhi (DEL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 55,148.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Chennai?
Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 16h 25m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Flights via New Delhi (DEL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 50m.
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 12 October 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Scoot 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.
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Anonymous,Sept 2026
ATH - SIN
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ATH - SIN
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