Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Chennai to Sydney?

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 53m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Chennai to Sydney?

Flights via Bengaluru (BLR) offer the lowest average return price of $1,109.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Chennai to Sydney?

Flights connecting via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 40m.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Malaysia Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Chennai according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Chennai and Sydney?

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Scoot and IndiGo are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Sydney Kingsford Smith

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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23:50 - 12:45MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:25 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$837Scoot

Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

23:50 - 18:50MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

07:00 - 23:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

45h 35m2 stops Melbourne Kuala Lumpur Intl

$854Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

23:45 - 09:20MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

20:05 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

32h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

$868Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Thu, 21 Jan

23:50 - 12:45MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:25 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$900Scoot

Fri, 16 Oct - Wed, 10 Feb

00:20 - 07:55MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:15 - 10:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

18h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,245Malaysia Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

00:20 - 07:55MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:15 - 10:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

18h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,245Malaysia Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

23:25 - 18:50MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

20:05 - 08:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

18h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,343Singapore Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 9 Jan

23:25 - 12:10MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:25 - 22:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

14h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,630Singapore Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

03:00 - 20:40MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Brisbane

11:40 - 00:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

18h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,856Qantas Airways

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

14:40 - 14:25MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Melbourne

11:40 - 00:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

18h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,911Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

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23:50 - 19:20MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

21:35 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

$975Scoot

Wed, 23 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

23:50 - 19:20MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

21:35 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

$976Scoot

Wed, 23 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

23:50 - 19:20MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

21:35 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

$979Scoot

Wed, 23 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

23:50 - 19:20MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

21:50 - 23:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$989Multiple Airlines

Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct

23:50 - 19:20MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

21:50 - 23:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$990Multiple Airlines

Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct

23:45 - 08:20MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

21:50 - 07:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

15h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,276Multiple Airlines

Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct

11:45 - 06:25MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:50 - 23:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

16h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,353Malaysia Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct

11:45 - 10:00MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:10 - 10:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

18h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,436Malaysia Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 24 Oct

14:20 - 11:55MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Brisbane

15:45 - 23:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

13h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,700Qantas Airways

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 24 Oct

14:20 - 12:15MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Melbourne

14:35 - 23:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

14h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,712Qantas Airways

Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct

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Scoot flights from Chennai to Sydney

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Scoot

19 Oct

MAA23:50Chennai

31h 25m

1 stop

SYD12:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

28 Oct

SYD13:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 55m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

$837

Scoot

16 Oct

MAA23:50Chennai

31h 25m

1 stop

SYD12:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 Feb

SYD13:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 55m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

$900

Scoot

26 Oct

MAA23:50Chennai

30h 50m

1 stop

SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

4 Feb

SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 15m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

$937

Emirates flights from Chennai to Sydney

Our best Emirates deals on Chennai to Sydney flight tickets

Emirates

23 Sept

MAA04:05Chennai

33h 30m

1 stop

SYD18:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 Oct

SYD10:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 10m

2 stops

MAA20:30Chennai

$1,477

Emirates

22 Sept

MAA22:05Chennai

35h 40m

2 stops

SYD14:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

27 Sept

SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 00m

1 stop

MAA02:30Chennai

$1,596

Emirates

23 Sept

MAA22:05Chennai

27h 30m

1 stop

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 Oct

SYD10:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 45m

2 stops

MAA08:05Chennai

$1,601

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Mon 19/10

23:50-12:45

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Wed 28/10

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

$837

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Sun 1/11

23:50-18:50

1 stop13h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

07:00-23:05

2 stops45h 35m

$854

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MAASYD

Chennai

Wed 21/10

23:45-09:20

1 stop28h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/1

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

$868

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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23:50-12:45

1 stop31h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/2

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

$900

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Chennai

Tue 17/11

00:20-07:55

1 stop26h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/11

22:15-10:45

1 stop18h 00m

$1,245

ChennaiSydney

MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MAASYD

Chennai

Tue 17/11

00:20-07:55

1 stop26h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/11

22:15-10:45

1 stop18h 00m

$1,245

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MAASYD

Chennai

Sat 31/10

23:25-18:50

1 stop13h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/1

20:05-08:45

1 stop18h 10m

$1,343

ChennaiSydney

MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MAASYD

Chennai

Tue 17/11

23:25-12:10

1 stop31h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/11

13:25-22:10

1 stop14h 15m

$1,630

ChennaiSydney

MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MAASYD

Chennai

Sat 14/11

03:00-20:40

2 stops36h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/11

11:40-00:10

1 stop18h 00m

$1,856

ChennaiSydney

MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MAASYD

Chennai

Wed 18/11

14:40-14:25

2 stops18h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 28/11

11:40-00:10

1 stop18h 00m

$1,911

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chennai and Sydney?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,211 to $1,481.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $837.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Chennai, with most prices found around $1,062. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of May, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,096.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,242 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Chennai for as low as $684 on momondo.

How have Chennai to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Chennai to Sydney flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chennai to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chennai to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	$402
Fastest flight time	15h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Sydney from Chennai in the past 72 hours is $402. The best return flight deal from Chennai to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $837.

The fastest flight from Chennai to Sydney takes 15h 00m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to Sydney

How far is Chennai to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
There are 9119.2 km between Chennai and Sydney Kingsford Smith. Flights usually cover this in 15h 00m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chennai Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Chennai to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chennai and Sydney, the leading airline is Singapore Airlines, making up 32% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qantas Airways with 27%, Malaysia Airlines with 26%, and Scoot with 15%.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to Sydney

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Scoot	PriceFrom $479	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 336 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $659	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $914	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,604 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $955	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 318 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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