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

Scoot and Qantas Airways 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 according to our data. Malaysia Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% 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 to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport refresh daily.

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

As of January 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport.

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

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$348 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chennai in 2026

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

13:10 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

15h 10m1 stop

00:05 - 20:15

MAA

MEL

15h 40m1 stop

$742Scoot

Mon, 9 Feb - Fri, 1 May

22:35 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

29h 45m1 stop

06:25 - 08:30

MAA

MEL

20h 35m2 stops

$767Multiple Airlines

Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar

13:10 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

15h 10m1 stop

08:15 - 07:00

MAA

MEL

18h 15m2 stops

$769Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Feb - Sat, 2 May

13:10 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

15h 10m1 stop

06:25 - 07:25

MAA

MEL

19h 30m1 stop

$803Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Tue, 17 Mar

22:35 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

29h 45m1 stop

06:25 - 07:25

MAA

MEL

19h 30m1 stop

$818Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 17 Mar

22:35 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

29h 45m1 stop

05:40 - 08:30

MAA

MEL

21h 20m3 stops

$827Multiple Airlines

Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar

21:30 - 23:05

MEL

MAA

30h 05m1 stop

00:05 - 20:15

MAA

MEL

15h 40m1 stop

$831Scoot

Sat, 13 Jun - Mon, 6 Jul

10:00 - 05:55

MEL

MAA

25h 25m2 stops

23:45 - 23:45

MAA

MEL

18h 30m1 stop

$842Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 16 Mar

06:00 - 22:30

AVV

MAA

22h 00m2 stops

16:45 - 20:20

MAA

AVV

46h 05m2 stops

$9,832Qantas Airways

Fri, 6 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

06:00 - 10:25

AVV

MAA

33h 55m2 stops

19:05 - 20:20

MAA

AVV

43h 45m2 stops

$9,862Qantas Airways

Fri, 6 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets

Qantas Airways

6 Mar

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

22h 00m

2 stops

MAA22:30Chennai

8 Mar

MAA16:45Chennai

46h 05m

2 stops

AVV20:20Melbourne Avalon

$9,832

Find similar

Qantas Airways

6 Mar

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

33h 55m

2 stops

MAA10:25Chennai

8 Mar

MAA19:05Chennai

43h 45m

2 stops

AVV20:20Melbourne Avalon

$9,862

Find similar

Scoot flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best Scoot deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets

Scoot

6 Feb

MEL13:10Melbourne

15h 10m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

15 Mar

MAA23:55Chennai

15h 55m

1 stop

MEL21:20Melbourne

$733

Find similar

Scoot

13 June

MEL21:30Melbourne

30h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:05Chennai

6 July

MAA00:05Chennai

15h 40m

1 stop

MEL20:15Melbourne

$831

Find similar

Scoot

29 Jan

MEL22:35Melbourne

29h 45m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

4 Feb

MAA23:55Chennai

15h 55m

1 stop

MEL21:20Melbourne

$872

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Fri 1/5

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

$742

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

22:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Tue 3/3

06:25-08:30

2 stops20h 35m

$767

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Sat 2/5

08:15-07:00

2 stops18h 15m

$768

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Tue 17/3

06:25-07:25

1 stop19h 30m

$803

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

22:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Tue 17/3

06:25-07:25

1 stop19h 30m

$818

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

22:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Tue 3/3

05:40-08:30

3 stops21h 20m

$827

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

21:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

Chennai

Mon 6/7

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

$831

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

10:00-05:55

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Mon 16/3

23:45-23:45

1 stop18h 30m

$842

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 6/3

06:00-22:30

2 stops22h 00m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

16:45-20:20

2 stops46h 05m

$9,832

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 6/3

06:00-10:25

2 stops33h 55m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

19:05-20:20

2 stops43h 45m

$9,862

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Chennai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

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, with most prices found around $900. 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 $900.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,089 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 for as low as $990 on momondo.

Cheap Melbourne to Chennai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne to Chennai

Fastest flight time	14h 35m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chennai takes 14h 35m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Chennai.

Search flight deals

How far is Melbourne to Chennai by plane?
Chennai is 8782.3 km away from Melbourne. Typically, this will take 14h 35m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne 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 to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Chennai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne to Chennai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Scoot	PriceFrom $451	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 313 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom $581	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $756	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,968 reviews	Search Air India flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $770	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 287 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $830	Free cancellation	Rating 6.9 77 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $895	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,424 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $898	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,114 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $935	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 371 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $1,028	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 512 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,089	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 961 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

Mahabalipuram

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Chennai?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Melbourne to Chennai. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from Melbourne to Chennai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Chennai from Melbourne with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to Chennai?

Once all potential Melbourne to Chennai flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Chennai from Melbourne. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.