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13:25 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 18:50MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$715Scoot
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 3 Mar
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13:25 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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08:05 - 09:15MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$719Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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20:35 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:45 - 09:15MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$729Multiple Airlines
Sun, 13 Sep - Wed, 28 Oct
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18:25 - 22:50PER  Perth-MAA Chennai
30h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 04:20MAA  Chennai-PER Perth
26h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$753Scoot
Tue, 22 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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13:30 - 22:50MEL  Melbourne-MAA Chennai
14h 50m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
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08:40 - 05:00MAA  Chennai-MEL Melbourne
14h 50m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
$795Royal Brunei Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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00:15 - 10:45BNE  Brisbane-MAA Chennai
15h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:45 - 06:15MAA  Chennai-BNE Brisbane
14h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$968Malaysia Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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07:45 - 10:45MEL  Melbourne-MAA Chennai
31h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:45 - 06:15MAA  Chennai-MEL Melbourne
14h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,013Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 2 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
Royal Brunei Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:50MEL  Melbourne-MAA Chennai
14h 50m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
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23:50 - 05:00MAA  Chennai-MEL Melbourne
23h 40m1 stop Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl
$1,071Royal Brunei Airlines
Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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18:35 - 22:10ADL  Adelaide-MAA Chennai
32h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:25 - 08:50MAA  Chennai-ADL Adelaide
28h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,080Singapore Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar
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18:50 - 08:45ADL  Adelaide-MAA Chennai
18h 55m2 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi
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23:25 - 17:20MAA  Chennai-ADL Adelaide
12h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,203Singapore Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

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SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/1

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Wed 3/3

23:50-18:50

1 stop13h 30m

$715

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Sat 21/11

08:05-09:15

1 stop19h 40m

$719

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

20:35-22:50

1 stop30h 45m

Chennai

Wed 28/10

23:45-09:15

1 stop28h 00m

$729

PerthChennai

PER Perth - MAA Chennai

PERMAA

Perth

Tue 22/9

18:25-22:50

1 stop30h 55m

Chennai

Sun 4/10

23:50-04:20

1 stop26h 00m

$753

MelbourneChennai

MEL Melbourne - MAA Chennai

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Sat 21/11

08:40-05:00

1 stop14h 50m

$795

BrisbaneChennai

BNE Brisbane - MAA Chennai

BNEMAA

Brisbane

Sun 1/11

00:15-10:45

1 stop15h 00m

Chennai

Fri 13/11

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

$968

MelbourneChennai

MEL Melbourne - MAA Chennai

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

07:45-10:45

1 stop31h 30m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

11:45-06:15

1 stop14h 00m

$1,013

MelbourneChennai

MEL Melbourne - MAA Chennai

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 2/2

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Tue 16/2

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

$1,071

AdelaideChennai

ADL Adelaide - MAA Chennai

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Mon 1/2

18:35-22:10

1 stop32h 35m

Chennai

Wed 3/3

23:25-08:50

1 stop28h 25m

$1,080

AdelaideChennai

ADL Adelaide - MAA Chennai

ADLMAA

Adelaide

Mon 1/2

18:50-08:45

2 stops18h 55m

Chennai

Wed 3/3

23:25-17:20

1 stop12h 55m

$1,203

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Australia, with most prices found around $883. 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 $953.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,151 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 Australia for as low as $972 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM SYDNEYFebruary24% cheaperFlying from Sydney to Chennai costs on average just $883 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM SYDNEYDecember58% more expensiveIt costs about $1,819 for flights to Chennai from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM SYDNEYDecember457% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Chennai from Sydney in December than any other month

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Summary info about Chennai flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$254

Best Round-Trip Price

$715

Fastest flight time

19h 30m

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The best one-way flight price to Chennai from Australia in the last 5 days is $254 (Perth to Chennai).
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The best return flight price to Chennai from Australia in the last 5 days is $715 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai).
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The fastest flight to Chennai from Australia takes 19h 30m (Brisbane to Chennai).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Chennai, with a 11% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Chennai

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

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is about 40 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are $1,151. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Australia for as low as $807.

Is there an alternative airport near Chennai?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Chennai is possible. If you are planning a flight to Chennai, consider booking flights to Tirupati Airport (100 km from Chennai city centre) or Pondicherry Airport (134 km from Chennai city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Chennai?

Pondicherry Airport has an average price of $53 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Chennai. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Chennai Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel 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.

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

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chennai which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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