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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne from ₹ 18,688

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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
25 Mar — 1 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 23 February 2026.

Wed 8/402:55
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/415:50
MEL
-
MAA
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2₹ 54,432
Sat 21/305:40
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/320:50
MEL
-
MAA
3 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2₹ 54,614
Fri 6/323:55
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 55m
Scoot
Fri 27/313:10
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop15h 10m
Scoot
Deal found 23/2₹ 56,428
Thu 26/314:35
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/413:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2₹ 57,880
Fri 6/323:55
MAA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/313:10
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2₹ 58,605
Thu 28/523:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/706:45
MEL
-
MAA
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2₹ 63,323
Thu 14/517:50
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops39h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 17/520:40
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops31h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/2₹ 231,699
Fri 20/302:00
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops48h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/306:00
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2₹ 388,373

Find 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 23 February 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 54,432

One-way from

₹ 18,688

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January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 78,201
8/4-16/4
  • 8/4-16/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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  • Scoot
  • 27/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 55m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 221,171 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Melbourne 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 23 February 2026.
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Price

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 12/8

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

13:25-22:50

1 stop13h 55m

₹ 65,228

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 5/3

02:00-23:00

1 stop15h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

06:15-00:35

2 stops23h 50m

₹ 65,772

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 12/8

14:20-08:50

1 stop14h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

06:00-21:05

2 stops19h 35m

₹ 78,292

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 19/3

00:20-23:50

2 stops42h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 30/3

21:00-22:50

2 stops31h 20m

₹ 104,056

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Thu 14/5

17:50-14:10

2 stops39h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 17/5

20:40-23:55

2 stops31h 45m

₹ 231,699

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 7/4

05:35-09:20

3 stops47h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

10:15-03:30

2 stops45h 45m

₹ 265,810

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 30/3

05:35-10:20

3 stops47h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

10:00-03:30

3 stops46h 00m

₹ 276,515

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Fri 20/3

02:00-07:35

2 stops48h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 28/3

06:00-00:35

2 stops24h 05m

₹ 388,373

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 23/3

23:55-11:55

1 stop30h 30m

₹ 19,051

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 6/3

13:15-05:00

3 stops34h 15m

₹ 21,773

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne

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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 20 February 2026.

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 72 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of ₹ 23,134). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 72,576). 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 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 23 February 2026.
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
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
79 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 10 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 14h. Malaysia Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 65,228. Airlines will cover a distance of 8766 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 ₹ 16,360 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are AirAsia and IndiGo, starting at ₹ 25,120 and ₹ 33,163 round-trip. These flights start at 78% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Melbourne one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 15,577. However, be on the lookout for offers from Scoot and Malaysia Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chennai to Melbourne for a low price.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of ₹ 23,134). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 72,576). 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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Discover the top 10 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 23 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest₹ 16,360Average₹ 44,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest₹ 25,120Average₹ 57,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 33,163Average₹ 74,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest₹ 51,418Average₹ 66,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 53,391Average₹ 76,928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 61,206Average₹ 73,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest₹ 70,061Average₹ 76,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest₹ 72,290Average₹ 87,932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 73,376Average₹ 94,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 75,606Average₹ 88,938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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