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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai from $298

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22:45 - 07:25MEL-MAA
14h 10m1 stop
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23:50 - 21:20MAA-MEL
16h 00m1 stop
$560
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Tue, 28 Oct - Wed, 12 Nov
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14:00 - 23:05MEL-MAA
14h 35m1 stop
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23:50 - 11:40MAA-MEL
30h 20m1 stop
$572Scoot
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Mon, 13 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
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22:45 - 07:25MEL-MAA
14h 10m1 stop
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23:50 - 21:20MAA-MEL
16h 00m1 stop
$585
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Tue, 27 Jan - Mon, 9 Mar
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13:35 - 22:50MEL-MAA
14h 45m1 stop
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23:50 - 21:20MAA-MEL
16h 00m1 stop
$591Scoot
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Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Mar
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22:30 - 23:05MEL-MAA
30h 05m1 stop
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08:05 - 05:30MAA-MEL
15h 55m1 stop
$609
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Sat, 18 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Scoot Logo
14:00 - 23:05MEL-MAA
14h 35m1 stop
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23:50 - 11:40MAA-MEL
30h 20m1 stop
$618Scoot
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Mon, 13 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
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13:35 - 22:50MEL-MAA
14h 45m1 stop
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23:50 - 21:20MAA-MEL
16h 00m1 stop
$623Scoot
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Fri, 30 Jan - Mon, 9 Mar
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13:30 - 03:20MEL-MAA
19h 20m1 stop
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04:20 - 05:00MAA-MEL
19h 10m1 stop
$651Royal Brunei Airlines
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Fri, 30 Jan - Fri, 6 Mar
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13:30 - 03:20MEL-MAA
19h 20m1 stop
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04:20 - 05:00MAA-MEL
19h 10m1 stop
$652Royal Brunei Airlines
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Fri, 17 Oct - Fri, 14 Nov
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13:30 - 03:20MEL-MAA
19h 20m1 stop
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04:20 - 05:00MAA-MEL
19h 10m1 stop
$654Royal Brunei Airlines
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Fri, 17 Oct - Fri, 14 Nov

Royal Brunei Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

Our best Royal Brunei Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Royal Brunei Airlines
30 Jan
MEL13:30Melbourne
19h 20m
1 stop
MAA03:20Chennai
6 Mar
MAA04:20Chennai
19h 10m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$651
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Royal Brunei Airlines
17 Oct
MEL13:30Melbourne
19h 20m
1 stop
MAA03:20Chennai
14 Nov
MAA04:20Chennai
19h 10m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
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17 Oct
MEL13:30Melbourne
19h 20m
1 stop
MAA03:20Chennai
14 Nov
MAA04:20Chennai
19h 10m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$654
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Scoot flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

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13 Oct
MEL14:00Melbourne
14h 35m
1 stop
MAA23:05Chennai
27 Oct
MAA23:50Chennai
30h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:40Melbourne
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30 Jan
MEL13:35Melbourne
14h 45m
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MAA22:50Chennai
8 Mar
MAA23:50Chennai
16h 00m
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MEL21:20Melbourne
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13 Oct
MEL14:00Melbourne
14h 35m
1 stop
MAA23:05Chennai
3 Nov
MAA23:50Chennai
30h 20m
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MEL11:40Melbourne
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 12 August 2025.
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MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

22:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Wed 12/11

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$560

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

14:00-23:05

1 stop14h 35m

Chennai

Mon 27/10

23:50-11:40

1 stop30h 20m

$572

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

22:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Mon 9/3

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$585

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$591

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 18/10

22:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

Chennai

Sun 2/11

08:05-05:30

1 stop15h 55m

$609

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

14:00-23:05

1 stop14h 35m

Chennai

Mon 3/11

23:50-11:40

1 stop30h 20m

$618

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Mon 9/3

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$623

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

13:30-03:20

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Fri 6/3

04:20-05:00

1 stop19h 10m

$651

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

13:30-03:20

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Fri 14/11

04:20-05:00

1 stop19h 10m

$652

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

13:30-03:20

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Fri 14/11

04:20-05:00

1 stop19h 10m

$654

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $902. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of May, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $915.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,090. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Chennai on Tuesday is $1,202.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Flying to Chennai from Melbourne Airport in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,011 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,199. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,100 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 Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,051 on momondo.

How have Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 52% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

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

$298

Fastest flight time

14h 10m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chennai from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $298. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $560.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai takes 14h 10m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Melbourne Airport - Chennai Airport.
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)
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  • How far is Melbourne to Chennai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Chennai is 8765.4 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 10m.

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

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Chennai Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

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