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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 24,537

SYD — MAA
14 Oct — 21 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Chennai

Mon 12/1021:50 -
1 stop15h 05m
Mon 19/1023:50 -
1 stop31h 25m
Deal found 14/9₹ 52,224
Thu 29/1020:05 -
1 stop32h 15m
Wed 11/1123:50 -
1 stop13h 30m
Deal found 13/9₹ 55,757
Fri 16/1010:45 -
1 stop17h 50m
Sun 1/1119:10 -
2 stops18h 10m
Deal found 9/9₹ 58,048
Sat 17/1021:35 -
1 stop30h 45m
Sun 25/1023:50 -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 13/9₹ 58,621
Thu 15/1021:35 -
1 stop30h 45m
Wed 28/1023:50 -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 13/9₹ 58,716
Mon 12/1021:50 -
1 stop15h 05m
Sat 24/1008:05 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 13/9₹ 58,812
Sun 1/1113:25 -
1 stop14h 55m
Sun 22/1123:50 -
1 stop13h 30m
Deal found 11/9₹ 59,385
Tue 13/1012:00 -
1 stop15h 30m
Mon 26/1023:50 -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 11/9₹ 59,480
Sun 15/1113:25 -
1 stop14h 55m
Mon 16/1123:50 -
1 stop13h 30m
Deal found 14/9₹ 59,575

Find flight deals from Sydney to Chennai

Round-trip from

₹ 51,651

One-way from

₹ 24,537

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 84,685
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 26/2-26/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 25m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 31/1-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 55m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (₹ 1,813,810 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (₹ 381,222 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 31,697

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/11

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 34,561

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 34,752

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/1

07:55-22:55

2 stops20h 30m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 37,044

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 31/1

22:00-22:50

3 stops30h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 42,677

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 27/11

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 44,300

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

19:45-00:35

2 stops34h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 45,636

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

21:05-00:35

2 stops33h 00m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 45,636

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

19:45-23:35

2 stops33h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 47,737

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/1

08:50-02:30

3 stops47h 10m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 71,414

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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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 58 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 ₹ 60,435). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 123,352). 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 ₹ 71,605 and ₹ 95,092 in February.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 51,651 on Scoot (26 Feb–26 Mar).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

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.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
334 reviews
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Entertainment

5.2

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

Food

5.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tanmaye,Sept 2026

PER - SIN

The scoot digital boarding pass does not carry benefits such as boardme first tag or krisflyer member status. This results in unnecessary conversation and sometimes arguments while boarding.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
334 reviews
Scoot
6.7
Okay
334 reviews
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Entertainment

5.2

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

Food

5.8

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tanmaye,Sept 2026

PER - SIN

The scoot digital boarding pass does not carry benefits such as boardme first tag or krisflyer member status. This results in unnecessary conversation and sometimes arguments while boarding.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Chennai?

    Airlines like Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines fly from Sydney to Chennai in about 15h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 20m. The distance between Sydney and Chennai is about 9122 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Scoot (₹ 19,721), offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chennai. This flight start at 75% 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 60,435). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 123,352). 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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Top airline flying from Sydney to Chennai

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ScootCheapest₹ 19,721Average₹ 56,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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