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

Mumbai (BOM) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 00m.

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

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 29% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights connecting via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 07m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Flights via Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) offer the lowest average return price of $737.

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

Scoot, AirAsia, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chennai

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Scoot are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Malaysia Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 11 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 Melbourne Airport to Chennai Airport?

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

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

There are 11 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai Airport as of November 2025.

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.

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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 $907. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of May, then flying in October 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 $1,087. 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 $1,199.

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 $1,008 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,195. 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 $1,111 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 $1,011 on momondo.

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

As of November 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 30% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 13h 40m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai Airport?
There are 11 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai Airport as of November 2025.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Melbourne Airport to Chennai is Malaysia Airlines, representing 27% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Singapore Airlines at 22%, Scoot at 12%, and Royal Brunei Airlines at 10%.

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Scoot	PriceFrom $474	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 310 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom $601	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $738	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,938 reviews	Search Air India flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $789	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 281 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $848	Free cancellation	Rating 6.9 76 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $889	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,402 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $917	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,060 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $955	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 361 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $1,007	Free cancellation	Rating 6.9 497 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,062	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 937 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

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

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 30% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Scoot, AirAsia, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chennai

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

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

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 29% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Flights via Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) offer the lowest average return price of $737.

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

Flights connecting via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 07m.

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

Mumbai (BOM) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 00m.

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