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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai from $377

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Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 16:50
MEL
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MAA
32h 20m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:50 - 11:45
MAA
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MEL
31h 25m
1 stop
$836Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
20h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:50 - 11:45
MAA
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MEL
31h 25m
1 stop
$878Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Scoot Logo
14:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
23:50 - 21:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$898Scoot
Mon, 12 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
Scoot Logo
21:35 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
29h 45m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$965Scoot
Sat, 19 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Malaysia Airlines Logo
08:45 - 23:05
MEL
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MAA
19h 50m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:45 - 07:15
MAA
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MEL
14h 00m
1 stop
$996Malaysia Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb
Malaysia Airlines Logo
23:30 - 10:45
MEL
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MAA
15h 45m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
23:55 - 19:15
MAA
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MEL
14h 50m
1 stop
$996Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
23:45 - 23:35
MEL
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MAA
28h 20m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:50 - 22:15
MAA
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MEL
16h 55m
1 stop
$1,009Cathay Pacific
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
07:25 - 23:35
MEL
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MAA
20h 40m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:50 - 11:15
MAA
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MEL
29h 55m
1 stop
$1,009Cathay Pacific
Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 08:05
MEL
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MAA
19h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
16:10 - 17:00
MAA
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MEL
19h 20m
1 stop
$1,363Etihad Airways
Tue, 5 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
SriLankan Airlines Logo
11:05 - 08:50
MEL
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MAA
26h 15m
2 stops
SriLankan Airlines Logo
11:50 - 14:40
MAA
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MEL
22h 20m
2 stops
$1,624SriLankan Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

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Scoot flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

Our best Scoot deals on Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Scoot
12 Oct
MEL14:00Melbourne
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
8 Nov
MAA23:50Chennai
16h 00m
1 stop
MEL21:20Melbourne
$898
Scoot
7 Aug
MEL13:00Melbourne
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
10 Aug
MAA23:50Chennai
16h 00m
1 stop
MEL20:20Melbourne
$1,030

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
6 Aug
MEL23:45Melbourne
28h 20m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
26 Aug
MAA00:50Chennai
16h 55m
1 stop
MEL22:15Melbourne
$1,006
Cathay Pacific
2 Sept
MEL07:25Melbourne
20h 40m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
9 Sept
MAA00:50Chennai
29h 55m
1 stop
MEL11:15Melbourne
$1,009
Cathay Pacific
13 Aug
MEL07:25Melbourne
20h 40m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
24 Aug
MAA00:50Chennai
16h 55m
1 stop
MEL22:15Melbourne
$1,020

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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 28 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

13:00-16:50

3 stops32h 20m

Chennai

Mon 14/9

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$836

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 11/9

06:45-22:50

2 stops20h 35m

Chennai

Mon 14/9

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$878
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

14:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 8/11

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$898

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

21:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Sun 27/9

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$965

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 19/1

08:45-23:05

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

Thu 18/2

11:45-07:15

1 stop14h 00m

$996

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

23:30-10:45

1 stop15h 45m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

23:55-19:15

1 stop14h 50m

$996

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

23:45-23:35

1 stop28h 20m

Chennai

Thu 17/9

00:50-22:15

1 stop16h 55m

$1,009

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

07:25-23:35

1 stop20h 40m

Chennai

Wed 9/9

00:50-11:15

1 stop29h 55m

$1,009

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 5/1

18:20-08:05

1 stop19h 15m

Chennai

Wed 27/1

16:10-17:00

1 stop19h 20m

$1,363

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

11:05-08:50

2 stops26h 15m

Chennai

Sun 20/9

11:50-14:40

2 stops22h 20m

$1,624

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

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $828 to $1,189.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $895.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $928. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of February, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $943.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 $1,169 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 $1,022 on momondo.

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

As of July 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 16% 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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Fastest flight time

14h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai takes 14h 20m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Chennai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

  • 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 20m.

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
ScootPriceFrom $379Free cancellationRating
6.7
328 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $526Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $812Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,494 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $822Free cancellationRating
7.3
314 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $871Free cancellationRating
6.8
86 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $917Free cancellationRating
6.8
580 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $930Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,584 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $942Free cancellationRating
7.9
412 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $947Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,953 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,043Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,433 reviews
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