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 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 30% 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.

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

Flights via Bengaluru (BLR) offer the lowest average return price of $1,102.

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

Emirates is the most popular carrier operating from Chennai to Sydney Kingsford Smith

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.

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 August 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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08:05 - 09:20MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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

14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$665Multiple Airlines

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

13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

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

32h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

$697Scoot

Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 30 Jan

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

13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi

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

14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$698Scoot

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08:05 - 11:30MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City

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

14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$770Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Fri, 29 Jan

08:05 - 11:30MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City

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

14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$771Multiple Airlines

Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 27 Jan

23:25 - 21:15MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi

12:15 - 22:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

15h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,057Singapore Airlines

Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 30 Jan

23:25 - 17:55MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

12:15 - 22:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

15h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,057Singapore Airlines

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00:20 - 20:35MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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

18h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,183Malaysia Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Fri, 5 Feb

00:20 - 20:35MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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

18h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,183Malaysia Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 4 Feb

14:40 - 13:25MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Melbourne

09:30 - 19:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

15h 20m1 stop Bengaluru Intl

$1,453Qantas Airways

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 31 Jan

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

19h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

20:35 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,028Multiple Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep

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

15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:00 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

14h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,175Scoot

Wed, 26 Aug - Sun, 20 Sep

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

19h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

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

14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,180Multiple Airlines

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03:20 - 11:45MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Singapore Changi

16:10 - 20:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

32h 30m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,278Multiple Airlines

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

15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:00 - 15:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Tiruchirappalli Civil

$1,318Multiple Airlines

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00:50 - 08:00MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

11:05 - 00:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

19h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,345Cathay Pacific

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03:20 - 11:45MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 55m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Chiang Mai Singapore Changi

16:10 - 20:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

32h 30m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,363Multiple Airlines

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00:50 - 08:00MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

06:30 - 00:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

23h 35m2 stops Adelaide Hong Kong Intl

$1,422Multiple Airlines

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00:50 - 22:25MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

41h 05m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne

11:45 - 23:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

40h 20m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl

$1,828Multiple Airlines

Tue, 25 Aug - Sun, 20 Sep

10:55 - 14:40MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 15m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

12:25 - 10:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

26h 50m2 stops Perth Kuala Lumpur Intl

$2,115Multiple Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep

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Scoot

25 Nov

MAA23:50Chennai

13h 30m

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SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

30 Jan

SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 15m

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MAA22:50Chennai

$697

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MAA23:50Chennai

13h 30m

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29 Jan

SYD13:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 55m

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MAA22:50Chennai

$698

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4 Nov

MAA23:50Chennai

13h 30m

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2 Feb

SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 15m

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MAA22:50Chennai

$700

Singapore Airlines flights from Chennai to Sydney

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Chennai to Sydney flight tickets

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7 Sept

MAA23:15Chennai

13h 00m

1 stop

SYD16:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 30m

1 stop

MAA22:00Chennai

$2,359

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1 Sept

MAA23:15Chennai

26h 45m

1 stop

SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SYD19:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 35m

1 stop

MAA09:05Chennai

$2,807

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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1 stop15h 25m

$1,057

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Chennai

Thu 26/11

23:25-17:55

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$1,057

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Chennai

Sun 1/11

00:20-20:35

1 stop14h 45m

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Fri 5/2

22:15-10:45

1 stop18h 00m

$1,183

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MAASYD

Chennai

Sun 1/11

00:20-20:35

1 stop14h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/2

22:15-10:45

1 stop18h 00m

$1,183

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MAA Chennai - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

MAASYD

Chennai

Wed 25/11

14:40-13:25

2 stops17h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 31/1

09:30-19:20

1 stop15h 20m

$1,453

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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 $1,055 to $1,374.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $665.

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 $1,054. 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 $1,088.

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 $1,213 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 $679 on momondo.

How have Chennai to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Chennai to Sydney flights are approximately 4% 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	$412
Fastest flight time	14h 45m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Sydney from Chennai in the past 72 hours is $412. The best return flight deal from Chennai to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $665.

The fastest flight from Chennai to Sydney takes 14h 45m

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 14h 45m, 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 August 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 30% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qantas Airways with 29%, Malaysia Airlines with 27%, and Scoot with 14%.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to Sydney

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Scoot	PriceFrom $398	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 331 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $654	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,085 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $904	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 315 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $909	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,585 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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