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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai from $319

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Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 07:25
MEL
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MAA
29h 40m
1 stop
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08:05 - 05:00
MAA
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MEL
16h 25m
1 stop
$581Multiple Airlines
Sun, 3 May - Sat, 16 May
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21:45 - 07:25
MEL
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MAA
14h 10m
1 stop
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08:05 - 05:00
MAA
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MEL
16h 25m
1 stop
$589Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Sat, 16 May
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00:30 - 23:05
MEL
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MAA
27h 05m
1 stop
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23:55 - 21:20
MAA
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MEL
15h 55m
1 stop
$636Multiple Airlines
Tue, 28 Jul - Wed, 28 Oct
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13:25 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
13h 55m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:45 - 08:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 05m
1 stop
$792Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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21:35 - 15:00
MEL
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MAA
21h 55m
2 stops
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23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$793Multiple Airlines
Mon, 3 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug
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07:45 - 10:45
MEL
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MAA
31h 30m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:45 - 06:15
MAA
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MEL
14h 00m
1 stop
$800Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
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06:15 - 07:25
MEL
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MAA
29h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:55 - 06:15
MAA
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MEL
33h 50m
2 stops
$826Multiple Airlines
Sun, 10 May - Sun, 17 May
Malaysia Airlines Logo
07:45 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
19h 35m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:45 - 12:05
MAA
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MEL
19h 50m
2 stops
$840Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
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21:45 - 07:25
MEL
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MAA
14h 10m
1 stop
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21:15 - 06:15
MAA
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MEL
28h 30m
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$845Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Sat, 16 May
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21:45 - 07:25
MEL
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MAA
14h 10m
1 stop
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11:45 - 06:15
MAA
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MEL
14h 00m
1 stop
$850Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May

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
19 May
MEL12:30Melbourne
14h 50m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
26 May
MAA23:50Chennai
25h 10m
1 stop
MEL05:30Melbourne
$877
Royal Brunei Airlines
26 May
MEL12:30Melbourne
14h 50m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
2 June
MAA23:50Chennai
25h 10m
1 stop
MEL05:30Melbourne
$889
Royal Brunei Airlines
21 Apr
MEL12:30Melbourne
14h 50m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
6 June
MAA08:40Chennai
16h 20m
1 stop
MEL05:30Melbourne
$1,030

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Qantas Airways
21 Apr
MEL12:05Melbourne
16h 20m
1 stop
MAA23:55Chennai
6 June
MAA14:35Chennai
19h 10m
2 stops
MEL14:15Melbourne
$1,255
Qantas Airways
21 Apr
MEL12:05Melbourne
16h 20m
1 stop
MAA23:55Chennai
6 June
MAA14:35Chennai
20h 00m
2 stops
MEL15:05Melbourne
$1,256
Qantas Airways
21 Apr
MEL12:05Melbourne
16h 20m
1 stop
MAA23:55Chennai
6 June
MAA14:35Chennai
19h 10m
2 stops
MEL14:15Melbourne
$1,258

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MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

06:15-07:25

1 stop29h 40m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

08:05-05:00

1 stop16h 25m

$581

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

21:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

08:05-05:00

1 stop16h 25m

$589

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 28/7

00:30-23:05

1 stop27h 05m

Chennai

Wed 28/10

23:55-21:20

1 stop15h 55m

$636

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

13:25-22:50

1 stop13h 55m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

11:45-08:20

1 stop16h 05m

$792

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

21:35-15:00

2 stops21h 55m

Chennai

Mon 24/8

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$793

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

07:45-10:45

1 stop31h 30m

Chennai

Fri 11/9

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

$800

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

06:15-07:25

1 stop29h 40m

Chennai

Sun 17/5

15:55-06:15

2 stops33h 50m

$826

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

07:45-22:50

1 stop19h 35m

Chennai

Fri 11/9

11:45-12:05

2 stops19h 50m

$840

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

21:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

21:15-06:15

2 stops28h 30m

$845
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

21:45-07:25

1 stop14h 10m

Chennai

Thu 14/5

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

$850

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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?

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 $820. 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 $854.

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 $1,041 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 $904 on momondo.

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

As of April 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 20% more expensive 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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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Chennai (MEL to MAA) flight deals and tips

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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.

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

  • 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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ScootPriceFrom $405Free cancellationRating
6.7
325 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $533Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $743Free cancellationRating
7.4
305 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $793Free cancellationRating
6.8
82 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $806Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,968 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $865Free cancellationRating
7.8
396 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $874Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,493 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $896Free cancellationRating
6.8
550 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $947Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,275 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,049Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,018 reviews
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