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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai from $377

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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
$689Scoot
Fri, 7 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$692Scoot
Fri, 7 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug
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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
$734Scoot
Sat, 5 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
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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
$741Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
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21:35 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
29h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
29h 55m
2 stops
$752Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$766Scoot
Mon, 13 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
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13:00 - 15:10
MEL
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MAA
30h 40m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:50 - 11:45
MAA
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MEL
31h 25m
1 stop
$774Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Sun, 2 Aug
Scoot Logo
21:35 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
29h 45m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
23:50 - 11:45
MAA
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MEL
31h 25m
1 stop
$779Scoot
Tue, 8 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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13:00 - 20:50
MEL
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MAA
36h 20m
3 stops
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23:50 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
16h 00m
1 stop
$786Multiple Airlines
Fri, 7 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug
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21:35 - 22:50
MEL
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MAA
29h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 20:20
MAA
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MEL
29h 55m
2 stops
$788Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug

SriLankan Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best SriLankan Airlines deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets
SriLankan Airlines
31 May
MEL16:10Melbourne
27h 15m
2 stops
MAA14:55Chennai
21 June
MAA09:55Chennai
24h 15m
1 stop
MEL14:40Melbourne
$1,244
SriLankan Airlines
28 May
MEL16:10Melbourne
32h 30m
1 stop
MAA20:10Chennai
18 June
MAA21:15Chennai
12h 55m
1 stop
MEL14:40Melbourne
$1,285

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets
Qantas Airways
28 May
MEL06:00Melbourne
21h 25m
2 stops
MAA22:55Chennai
18 June
MAA14:35Chennai
19h 10m
2 stops
MEL14:15Melbourne
$1,348
Qantas Airways
28 May
MEL06:00Melbourne
19h 55m
2 stops
MAA21:25Chennai
18 June
MAA14:35Chennai
20h 00m
2 stops
MEL15:05Melbourne
$1,349
Qantas Airways
28 May
MEL06:00Melbourne
19h 55m
2 stops
MAA21:25Chennai
18 June
MAA14:35Chennai
20h 00m
2 stops
MEL15:05Melbourne
$1,351

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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 21 May 2026.
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MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Fri 21/8

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$689

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Fri 21/8

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$692

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

21:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Fri 11/9

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$734

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

06:15-07:25

1 stop29h 40m

Chennai

Sat 12/9

08:05-05:00

1 stop16h 25m

$741

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

21:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Sat 15/8

09:55-20:20

2 stops29h 55m

$752

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

$766

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

13:00-15:10

3 stops30h 40m

Chennai

Sun 2/8

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$774

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

21:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Wed 16/9

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$779

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

13:00-20:50

3 stops36h 20m

Chennai

Fri 21/8

23:50-20:20

1 stop16h 00m

$786

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

21:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Sat 15/8

09:55-20:20

2 stops29h 55m

$788

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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 $288. 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 $309.

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 $1,055 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 $917 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.

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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.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Chennai

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
ScootPriceFrom $385Free cancellationRating
6.7
325 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $526Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $736Free cancellationRating
7.4
308 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $792Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,958 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $806Free cancellationRating
6.8
84 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $866Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,522 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $872Free cancellationRating
7.9
402 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $898Free cancellationRating
6.8
560 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $953Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,340 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,040Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,038 reviews
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