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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne from ₹ 22,129

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 31,522

One-way from

₹ 22,129

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

₹ 140,449
1/3-8/3
  • 1/3-8/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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9/2
  • 9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 20m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (₹ 1,815,682 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease (₹ 522,361 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 16 January 2026.

Sun 1/308:05
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/306:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1₹ 31,522
Mon 2/308:05
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/306:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1₹ 32,335
Sat 28/223:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/306:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1₹ 32,425
Thu 12/223:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/206:15
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1₹ 34,593
Wed 29/723:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/821:45
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1₹ 35,857
Wed 29/723:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/807:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1₹ 36,128
Wed 29/723:45
MAA
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/813:00
MEL
-
MAA
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1₹ 37,573
Wed 13/514:20
MAA
-
AVV
2 stops43h 30m
Qantas Airways
Sun 17/514:55
AVV
-
MAA
2 stops34h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/1₹ 231,763

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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 16 January 2026.
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ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 2/3

08:05-05:00

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

06:15-22:55

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 32,335

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sat 28/2

23:45-05:00

1 stop23h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

06:15-22:55

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 32,425

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sat 21/3

08:05-05:00

1 stop15h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

₹ 32,515

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 1/3

23:45-05:00

1 stop23h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

06:15-22:55

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 32,606

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 12/2

08:05-05:40

2 stops16h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

06:15-22:55

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 40,464

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 8/4

00:05-11:45

1 stop31h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

₹ 43,896

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Wed 13/5

14:20-14:20

2 stops43h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 17/5

14:55-21:05

2 stops34h 40m

₹ 231,763

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 9/2

08:05-12:00

3 stops22h 25m

₹ 26,645

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 3/2

20:20-08:30

2 stops30h 40m

₹ 26,735

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 1/2

23:55-20:10

2 stops38h 45m

₹ 26,916

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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 9 January 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 44 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 ₹ 23,935). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 72,979). 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 16 January 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
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
289 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
78 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Scoot
6.7
Okay
314 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,431 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

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 43h 30m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 231,763. Airlines will cover a distance of 8756 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 ₹ 16,416 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are AirAsia and IndiGo, starting at ₹ 25,009 and ₹ 33,017 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 ₹ 15,508. 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 ₹ 23,935). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 72,979). 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 16 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest₹ 16,416Average₹ 44,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest₹ 25,009Average₹ 48,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 33,017Average₹ 74,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest₹ 51,192Average₹ 66,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 53,156Average₹ 73,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 60,937Average₹ 73,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 70,041Average₹ 93,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest₹ 70,493Average₹ 76,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest₹ 71,971Average₹ 87,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 75,273Average₹ 88,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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