Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai from $299

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22:45 - 07:45MEL-MAA
14h 30m1 stop
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23:45 - 21:20MAA-MEL
16h 05m1 stop
Thu, 16 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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22:35 - 22:50MEL-MAA
29h 45m1 stop
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23:50 - 21:20MAA-MEL
16h 00m1 stop
$572Scoot
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Tue, 4 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
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07:00 - 22:55MEL-MAA
21h 25m1 stop
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08:05 - 05:30MAA-MEL
15h 55m1 stop
Sat, 15 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
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14:00 - 23:05MEL-MAA
14h 35m1 stop
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23:50 - 11:40MAA-MEL
30h 20m1 stop
$618Scoot
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Fri, 24 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
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22:45 - 07:45MEL-MAA
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21:45 - 07:45MEL-MAA
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23:45 - 20:20MAA-MEL
16h 05m1 stop
Mon, 8 Sep - Fri, 26 Sep
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13:35 - 22:50MEL-MAA
14h 45m1 stop
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23:50 - 21:20MAA-MEL
16h 00m1 stop
$635Scoot
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Fri, 13 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar
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13:30 - 22:50MEL-MAA
14h 50m1 stop
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23:50 - 05:00MAA-MEL
23h 40m1 stop
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Tue, 25 Nov - Thu, 11 Dec
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12:30 - 22:50MEL-MAA
14h 50m1 stop
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04:20 - 06:30MAA-MEL
20h 40m1 stop
$745Royal Brunei Airlines
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Tue, 30 Sep - Sat, 25 Oct
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13:30 - 22:50MEL-MAA
14h 50m1 stop
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23:50 - 05:00MAA-MEL
23h 40m1 stop
$812Royal Brunei Airlines
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Scoot flights from Melbourne to Chennai

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Scoot
4 Nov
MEL22:35Melbourne
29h 45m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
17 Nov
MAA23:50Chennai
16h 00m
1 stop
MEL21:20Melbourne
Scoot
24 Oct
MEL14:00Melbourne
14h 35m
1 stop
MAA23:05Chennai
27 Oct
MAA23:50Chennai
30h 20m
1 stop
MEL11:40Melbourne
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13 Feb
MEL13:35Melbourne
14h 45m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
6 Mar
MAA23:50Chennai
16h 00m
1 stop
MEL21:20Melbourne

Royal Brunei Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chennai

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Royal Brunei Airlines
25 Nov
MEL13:30Melbourne
14h 50m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
11 Dec
MAA23:50Chennai
23h 40m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
Royal Brunei Airlines
30 Sept
MEL12:30Melbourne
14h 50m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
25 Oct
MAA04:20Chennai
20h 40m
1 stop
MEL06:30Melbourne
Royal Brunei Airlines
22 Jan
MEL13:30Melbourne
14h 50m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
5 Feb
MAA23:50Chennai
23h 40m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne

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MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 16/10

22:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

Chennai

Tue 28/10

23:45-21:20

1 stop16h 05m

$566

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 4/11

22:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Mon 17/11

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$572

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

07:00-22:55

1 stop21h 25m

Chennai

Fri 5/12

08:05-05:30

1 stop15h 55m

$581

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 24/10

14:00-23:05

1 stop14h 35m

Chennai

Mon 27/10

23:50-11:40

1 stop30h 20m

$618

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

22:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

Chennai

Mon 27/10

23:50-11:40

1 stop30h 20m

$627

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

Chennai

Fri 26/9

23:45-20:20

1 stop16h 05m

$630

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Fri 6/3

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

$635

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 25/11

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Thu 11/12

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

$691

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 30/9

12:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Sat 25/10

04:20-06:30

1 stop20h 40m

$745

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Thu 5/2

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

$812

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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 May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Melbourne, with most prices found around $906. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of May, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $914.

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 $1,089. 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 $1,201.

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

Flying to Chennai from Melbourne in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,010 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,197. 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,100 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 $1,050 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

16h 00m

Direct flights

Fri

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chennai takes 16h 00m
Direct flights go from Melbourne to Chennai on Friday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)
  • How far is Melbourne to Chennai by plane?

    Chennai is 8782.3 km away from Melbourne. Typically, this will take 14h 10m 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.

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  • 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.

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309 reviews
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7 reviews
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7.3
278 reviews
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6.8
75 reviews
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8.1
1,352 reviews
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7.5
905 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $919Free cancellationRating
7.6
977 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $963Free cancellationRating
6.8
482 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $982Free cancellationRating
7.8
345 reviews
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