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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 30,346

SYD — MAA
24 Oct — 31 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Chennai

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Chennai

Sun 18/1021:35 -
1 stop30h 45m
Sun 25/1023:50 -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 20/9₹ 52,651
Sun 25/1020:05 -
1 stop32h 15m
Mon 23/1123:50 -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 22/9₹ 56,575
Wed 14/1021:50 -
1 stop15h 05m
Sun 1/1108:05 -
2 stops21h 55m
Deal found 22/9₹ 57,628
Fri 16/1014:00 -
1 stop14h 20m
Fri 23/1023:50 -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 23/9₹ 57,820
Sat 14/1120:05 -
1 stop32h 15m
Fri 27/1123:50 -
1 stop13h 30m
Deal found 19/9₹ 59,734
Fri 16/1010:45 -
1 stop17h 50m
Sun 1/1108:05 -
3 stops22h 35m
Deal found 22/9₹ 59,926
Sat 17/1021:35 -
1 stop30h 45m
Fri 23/1001:20 -
2 stops26h 30m
Deal found 19/9₹ 60,022
Sun 8/1113:25 -
1 stop14h 55m
Mon 23/1123:50 -
1 stop30h 50m
Deal found 20/9₹ 60,213
Sun 18/1010:45 -
1 stop26h 10m
Wed 21/1001:20 -
2 stops24h 05m
Deal found 24/9₹ 60,979

Find flight deals from Sydney to Chennai

Round-trip from

₹ 52,651

One-way from

₹ 30,346

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 85,102
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 18/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 35m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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15/10-31/12
  • 15/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 20m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (₹ 1,779,197 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (₹ 383,689 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

Thu 15/10

14:00-15:45

3 stops31h 15m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 30,346

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/11

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 36,090
Fastest return journey

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

₹ 40,206

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

09:50-09:05

2 stops28h 45m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 41,355

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/10

20:35-22:50

1 stop30h 45m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 43,748

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/11

17:10-22:50

2 stops59h 10m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 44,131

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

₹ 45,567

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

19:45-00:35

2 stops34h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 45,662

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/10

20:40-22:50

1 stop30h 40m

Chennai

Sat 31/10

17:25-18:50

3 stops19h 55m

₹ 77,348

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

19:45-23:35

2 stops33h 20m

Chennai

Mon 26/10

02:00-07:15

1 stop23h 45m

₹ 81,561

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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 ₹ 60,500). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 123,681). 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 ₹ 65,622 and ₹ 87,831 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 52,651 on Scoot (18 Oct–25 Oct).

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
336 reviews
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Boarding

6.9

Food

5.8

Crew

7.4

Entertainment

5.2

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

ATH - SIN

Staff were attentive and efficient. No screens, limited wifi (restricted to Scoot's portal), no charging port, lucky I pre booked food, if you didnt you miss out on food altogether.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
336 reviews
Scoot
6.7
Okay
336 reviews
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Boarding

6.9

Food

5.8

Crew

7.4

Entertainment

5.2

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

ATH - SIN

Staff were attentive and efficient. No screens, limited wifi (restricted to Scoot's portal), no charging port, lucky I pre booked food, if you didnt you miss out on food altogether.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Chennai?

    Airlines like Malaysia Airlines fly from Sydney to Chennai in about 27h 50m. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Scoot (₹ 19,774), 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 ₹ 60,500). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 123,681). 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₹ 19,774Average₹ 57,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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