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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne from ₹ 15,680

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
25 Aug — 1 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Melbourne are usually found in May or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 20 August 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 34,147

One-way from

₹ 15,680

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

₹ 60,367
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 19/10-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 1/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 20m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (₹ 725,205 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 202,078 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 August 2025.

Sun 19/1000:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mScoot
Tue 21/1022:30MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 05mScoot
Deal found 18/8₹ 34,147
Mon 15/1208:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/307:00MEL - MAA
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8₹ 35,715
Wed 24/923:45MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1014:00MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8₹ 37,893
Mon 20/1006:25MAA - MEL
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1022:30MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8₹ 39,461
Sun 31/800:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/921:45MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8₹ 40,767
Sun 21/911:25MAA - MEL
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1007:00MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8₹ 42,858
Fri 19/900:05MAA - MEL
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1022:45MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8₹ 43,294
Sat 20/902:00MAA - MEL
2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1022:45MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8₹ 43,903
Wed 17/921:05MAA - AVV
3 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/906:00AVV - MAA
3 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8₹ 62,632
Tue 16/910:30MAA - AVV
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/906:00AVV - MAA
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8₹ 343,648

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Price

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 19/10

00:05-21:15

1 stop15h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

22:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

₹ 34,147

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 15/12

08:05-05:30

1 stop15h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

07:00-07:25

1 stop29h 55m

₹ 35,715

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 24/9

23:45-20:20

1 stop16h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

14:00-23:05

1 stop14h 35m

₹ 37,893

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 20/10

06:25-07:15

1 stop19h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 21/10

22:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

₹ 39,461

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 31/8

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 6/9

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

₹ 40,767

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 21/9

11:25-20:15

2 stops28h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

07:00-07:45

1 stop30h 15m

₹ 42,858

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 19/9

00:05-22:25

2 stops41h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 11/10

22:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

₹ 43,294

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 19/9

00:05-22:25

2 stops41h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

22:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

₹ 43,294

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Wed 17/9

21:05-22:50

3 stops21h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 24/9

06:00-15:30

3 stops38h 00m

₹ 62,632

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Tue 16/9

10:30-09:45

2 stops18h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 23/9

06:00-22:00

2 stops20h 30m

₹ 343,648

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Melbourne

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 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 Chennai to Melbourne?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of ₹ 758). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,128). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to Melbourne in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 20 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andSriLankan Airlines from Chennai to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
274 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
75 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
309 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to Melbourne?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Chennai; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Chennai airport to Melbourne. It is only a 16.5 km journey to Chennai (MAA) from Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Melbourne?

    A quick flight from Chennai to Melbourne can take about 15h 40m. Scoot provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 34,147. Airlines will cover a distance of 8766 km.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chennai to Melbourne is Scoot. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as ₹ 32,393 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are AirAsia and IndiGo, starting at ₹ 34,836 and ₹ 48,426 round-trip. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Melbourne 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 Chennai to Melbourne?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of ₹ 758). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,128). 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 9 airlines flying from Chennai to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Melbourne. 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 20 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest₹ 32,393Average₹ 49,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest₹ 34,836Average₹ 48,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 48,426Average₹ 71,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest₹ 48,545Average₹ 56,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 55,544Average₹ 80,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 56,008Average₹ 75,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 58,770Average₹ 78,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest₹ 69,457Average₹ 85,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 70,944Average₹ 89,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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