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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai from $438

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Scoot Logo
13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$782Scoot
Fri, 7 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$825Scoot
Mon, 13 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$828Scoot
Mon, 13 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
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21:35 - 20:10
MEL
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MAA
27h 05m
2 stops
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23:50 - 11:45
MAA
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MEL
31h 25m
1 stop
$842Multiple Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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23:50 - 11:45
MAA
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MEL
31h 25m
1 stop
$844Scoot
Fri, 21 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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08:05 - 05:00
MAA
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MEL
16h 25m
1 stop
$850Multiple Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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20:20 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
19h 30m
2 stops
$863Multiple Airlines
Fri, 7 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
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23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
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$867Scoot
Fri, 24 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul
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13:00 - 15:10
MEL
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MAA
30h 40m
3 stops
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23:50 - 11:45
MAA
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MEL
31h 25m
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$893Multiple Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
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23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
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$903Scoot
Wed, 15 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul

SriLankan Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best SriLankan Airlines deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets
SriLankan Airlines
2 June
MEL16:10Melbourne
21h 10m
1 stop
MAA08:50Chennai
16 June
MAA21:15Chennai
12h 55m
1 stop
MEL14:40Melbourne
$1,206
SriLankan Airlines
7 June
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 15m
1 stop
MAA14:55Chennai
19 June
MAA21:15Chennai
12h 55m
1 stop
MEL14:40Melbourne
$1,219
SriLankan Airlines
10 June
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 15m
1 stop
MAA14:55Chennai
1 July
MAA09:55Chennai
24h 15m
1 stop
MEL14:40Melbourne
$1,223

Royal Brunei Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best Royal Brunei Airlines deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets
Royal Brunei Airlines
9 June
MEL12:30Melbourne
14h 50m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
30 June
MAA23:50Chennai
25h 10m
1 stop
MEL05:30Melbourne
$1,039
Royal Brunei Airlines
9 June
MEL12:30Melbourne
14h 50m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
20 June
MAA08:40Chennai
16h 20m
1 stop
MEL05:30Melbourne
$1,322

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 31 May 2026.
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MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Mon 24/8

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$782

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 26/7

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$825

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 26/7

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$828

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

21:35-20:10

2 stops27h 05m

Chennai

Sun 23/8

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$842

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 23/8

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$844

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 13/9

08:05-05:00

1 stop16h 25m

$850

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Mon 24/8

20:20-20:20

2 stops19h 30m

$863

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Mon 27/7

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$867

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

13:00-15:10

3 stops30h 40m

Chennai

Sun 23/8

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$893

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Mon 27/7

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$903

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

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, with most prices found around $302. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $306.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 $1,050 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 $924 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

13h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chennai takes 13h 25m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Chennai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Chennai

  • How far is Melbourne to Chennai by plane?

    Chennai is 8782.3 km away from Melbourne. Typically, this will take 13h 25m 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?

  • 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

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
ScootPriceFrom $383Free cancellationRating
6.7
325 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $524Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $749Free cancellationRating
7.3
310 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $770Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,961 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $799Free cancellationRating
6.8
84 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $859Free cancellationRating
7.9
404 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $860Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,526 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $891Free cancellationRating
6.8
563 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $946Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,353 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,032Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,042 reviews
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