What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Chennai?

AirAsia, Scoot, and Malaysia Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Chennai

How long does it take to fly to Chennai?

The flight from Australia to Chennai depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Perth (a popular airport in Australia) to Chennai (the most popular airport in Chennai), then the flight time is 13h 15m on average. If you fly from Sydney (another popular airport in Australia) to Chennai, then the average flight time is 14h 45m.

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Scoot are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Australia according to our data. Malaysia Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from Australia to Chennai Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Chennai Airport?

As of January 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Chennai Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$214 Cheap Flights from Australia to Chennai in 2026

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Australia to Chennai

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Recent return flight deals from Australia to Chennai

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

20:40 - 07:25

PER

MAA

13h 15m

1 stop

08:05 - 04:30

MAA

PER

17h 55m

1 stop

$406AirAsia

Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 18 Mar

05:35 - 22:50

PER

MAA

19h 45m

1 stop

23:55 - 04:15

MAA

PER

25h 50m

1 stop

$450Scoot

Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

05:35 - 22:50

PER

MAA

19h 45m

1 stop

23:55 - 04:15

MAA

PER

25h 50m

1 stop

$457Scoot

Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar

11:00 - 10:45

ADL

MAA

28h 45m

1 stop

00:20 - 08:10

MAA

ADL

26h 50m

1 stop

$868Malaysia Airlines

Sun, 15 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

11:00 - 23:05

ADL

MAA

17h 05m

1 stop

11:45 - 08:10

MAA

ADL

15h 25m

1 stop

$936Malaysia Airlines

Sat, 14 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

18:10 - 08:45

BNE

MAA

19h 05m

1 stop

10:00 - 16:55

MAA

BNE

26h 25m

1 stop

$986Singapore Airlines

Sat, 14 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar

00:30 - 00:35

BNE

MAA

28h 35m

1 stop

02:00 - 23:00

MAA

BNE

16h 30m

1 stop

$1,009Cathay Pacific

Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

12:10 - 00:35

BNE

MAA

16h 55m

1 stop

02:00 - 23:00

MAA

BNE

16h 30m

1 stop

$1,016Cathay Pacific

Wed, 18 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

13:05 - 00:10

DRW

MAA

15h 05m

1 stop

14:35 - 23:55

MAA

DRW

29h 20m

1 stop

$1,278Qantas Airways

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

13:05 - 00:10

DRW

MAA

15h 05m

1 stop

14:35 - 23:55

MAA

DRW

29h 20m

1 stop

$1,287Qantas Airways

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

Scoot flights from Australia to Chennai

Our best Scoot deals on Australia to Chennai flight tickets

Scoot

13 Mar

MEL13:10Melbourne

15h 10m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

20 Mar

MAA23:55Chennai

15h 55m

1 stop

MEL21:20Melbourne

$559

Scoot

6 Mar

MEL13:10Melbourne

15h 10m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

9 Mar

MAA23:55Chennai

30h 30m

1 stop

MEL11:55Melbourne

$596

Scoot

30 Jan

SYD13:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 45m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

11 Feb

MAA23:55Chennai

13h 25m

1 stop

SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,023

Malaysia Airlines flights from Australia to Chennai

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Australia to Chennai flight tickets

Malaysia Airlines

3 Mar

PER02:25Perth

10h 50m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

8 Mar

MAA11:45Chennai

25h 00m

1 stop

PER15:15Perth

$743

Malaysia Airlines

3 Mar

PER02:25Perth

10h 50m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

8 Mar

MAA11:45Chennai

11h 10m

1 stop

PER01:25Perth

$789

Malaysia Airlines

22 July

MEL07:45Melbourne

19h 35m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

1 Aug

MAA23:55Chennai

14h 50m

1 stop

MEL19:15Melbourne

$810

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Wed 18/2

20:40-07:25

1 stop13h 15m

Chennai

Wed 18/3

08:05-04:30

1 stop17h 55m

$406

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Fri 13/3

05:35-22:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Fri 20/3

23:55-04:15

1 stop25h 50m

$450

PerthChennai

PER - MAA

PERMAA

Perth

Fri 13/3

05:35-22:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Fri 20/3

23:55-04:15

1 stop25h 50m

$457

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sun 15/3

11:00-10:45

1 stop28h 45m

Chennai

Sat 21/3

00:20-08:10

1 stop26h 50m

$868

AdelaideChennai

ADL - MAA

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Sat 14/3

11:00-23:05

1 stop17h 05m

Chennai

Sat 21/3

11:45-08:10

1 stop15h 25m

$936

BrisbaneChennai

BNE - MAA

BNEMAA

Brisbane

Sat 14/3

18:10-08:45

1 stop19h 05m

Chennai

Sat 21/3

10:00-16:55

1 stop26h 25m

$986

BrisbaneChennai

BNE - MAA

BNEMAA

Brisbane

Thu 12/3

00:30-00:35

1 stop28h 35m

Chennai

Mon 23/3

02:00-23:00

1 stop16h 30m

$1,009

BrisbaneChennai

BNE - MAA

BNEMAA

Brisbane

Wed 18/2

12:10-00:35

1 stop16h 55m

Chennai

Tue 24/2

02:00-23:00

1 stop16h 30m

$1,016

DarwinChennai

DRW - MAA

DRWMAA

Darwin

Wed 11/3

13:05-00:10

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

14:35-23:55

1 stop29h 20m

$1,278

DarwinChennai

DRW - MAA

DRWMAA

Darwin

Wed 11/3

13:05-00:10

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

14:35-23:55

1 stop29h 20m

$1,287

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Australia to Chennai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Australia, with most prices found around $803. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of August, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $846.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,026 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Australia for as low as $950 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 62% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Chennai flight.

Cheap Australia to Chennai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Australia to Chennai

Fastest flight time	13h 15m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Australia to Chennai takes 13h 15m

There are no direct flights from Australia to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Australia to Chennai.

Search flight deals

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Australia to Chennai Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Chennai Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Chennai Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Chennai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Australia to Chennai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Scoot	PriceFrom $343	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 316 reviews	Search Scoot flights
AirAsia	PriceFrom $366	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 223 reviews	Search AirAsia flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom $538	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $633	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 290 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $655	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,440 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $692	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,148 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $739	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 79 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $754	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,978 reviews	Search Air India flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $784	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 380 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $816	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 981 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

Mahabalipuram

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Australia to Chennai?

It is quick and easy to find Australia to Chennai flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Chennai that suits you.

Can I find flights from Australia to Chennai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chennai from Australia which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Australia to Chennai?

Once you have performed a search for Australia to Chennai flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Australia to Chennai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Chennai from Australia. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.