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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 22,817

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 17/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
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 7 May 2026.

Wed 17/613:00
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Wed 24/623:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 3/5₹ 47,716
Fri 14/813:00
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Fri 28/823:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 3/5₹ 48,000
Mon 15/613:00
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Mon 22/623:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 3/5₹ 48,189
Wed 10/613:00
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Mon 22/623:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 7/5₹ 50,367
Wed 18/1114:20
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 00m
Scoot
Mon 22/223:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop13h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 6/5₹ 50,745
Wed 3/613:00
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Wed 10/623:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Scoot
Deal found 3/5₹ 51,787
Wed 15/706:00
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/823:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 52,923
Tue 24/1120:05
SYD
-
MAA
1 stop32h 15m
Scoot
Mon 22/223:55
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop31h 40m
Scoot
Deal found 6/5₹ 54,343
Wed 20/513:00
SYD
-
MAA
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/623:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5₹ 55,290
Mon 15/613:00
SYD
-
MAA
3 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/623:50
MAA
-
SYD
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5₹ 56,047

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 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 47,716

One-way from

₹ 22,817

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 64,568
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 17/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 20m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 17/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (₹ 1,643,220 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 308,114 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 7 May 2026.
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SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

14:45-23:55

1 stop13h 40m

Chennai

Thu 30/7

14:35-10:15

1 stop15h 10m

₹ 95,242

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

14:45-23:55

1 stop13h 40m

Chennai

Tue 28/7

08:55-10:15

1 stop20h 50m

₹ 98,177

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

10:10-23:35

1 stop17h 55m

Chennai

Thu 4/6

00:50-12:10

2 stops30h 50m

₹ 104,615

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

18:55-23:35

2 stops33h 10m

Chennai

Wed 3/6

00:50-09:05

2 stops27h 45m

₹ 111,053

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/6

07:40-23:35

1 stop20h 25m

Chennai

Sun 19/7

00:50-11:45

1 stop30h 25m

₹ 119,763

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 22/6

20:35-22:00

1 stop29h 55m

Chennai

Sat 18/7

23:15-11:45

1 stop32h 00m

₹ 124,307

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/6

07:40-23:35

1 stop20h 25m

Chennai

Tue 14/7

00:50-07:45

2 stops26h 25m

₹ 128,284

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/6

07:40-23:35

1 stop20h 25m

Chennai

Fri 17/7

00:50-10:30

2 stops29h 10m

₹ 136,426
Cheapest one-way

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

20:35-22:50

1 stop30h 45m

₹ 23,479

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/5

13:00-19:55

2 stops35h 25m

₹ 35,408

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 54,816). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 106,887). 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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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 7 May 2026.
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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,511 reviews
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Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

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
1,511 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,033 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

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
7.4
Good
307 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

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
326 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,511 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

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.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Chennai?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways and Malaysia Airlines fly from Sydney to Chennai in about 16h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 05m. 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Scoot (₹ 19,556), Malaysia Airlines (₹ 55,012), and Qantas Airways (₹ 71,295) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chennai. These flights start at 72% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 54,816). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 106,887). 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 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Chennai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest₹ 19,556Average₹ 39,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 55,012Average₹ 78,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest₹ 71,295Average₹ 88,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 72,412Average₹ 101,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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