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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from $401

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14:00 - 08:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
23h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Coimbatore Peelamedu
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08:05 - 09:15MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$753Multiple Airlines
Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 21 Nov
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17:00 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
35h 20m2 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$800Multiple Airlines
Sat, 17 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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20:35 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 19:20MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$842Scoot
Sat, 5 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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20:35 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 19:20MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$844Scoot
Sat, 5 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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13:45 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:45 - 10:20MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$922Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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20:35 - 10:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
18h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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20:10 - 19:05MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$983Air India
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
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20:35 - 10:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
18h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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14:30 - 19:15MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$991Air India
Wed, 30 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct
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09:15 - 10:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
30h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:45 - 10:00MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,008Malaysia Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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16:10 - 08:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
21h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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21:15 - 14:40MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
12h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,075SriLankan Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
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10:30 - 08:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
26h 50m2 stops Melbourne Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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21:15 - 14:40MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
12h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,248SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep

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Scoot flights from Sydney to Chennai

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Scoot
9 Aug
SYD20:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 45m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
30 Aug
MAA23:50Chennai
31h 25m
1 stop
SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$825
Scoot
5 Sept
SYD20:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 45m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
16 Sept
MAA23:50Chennai
15h 00m
1 stop
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$842
Scoot
5 Sept
SYD20:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 45m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
16 Sept
MAA23:50Chennai
15h 00m
1 stop
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$844

Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Chennai

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Sydney to Chennai flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
8 Oct
SYD13:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 35m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
31 Oct
MAA11:45Chennai
17h 05m
1 stop
SYD10:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$922
Malaysia Airlines
15 Sept
SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 05m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
20 Oct
MAA23:55Chennai
29h 35m
1 stop
SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$940

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 6 August 2026.
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SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

14:00-08:15

2 stops23h 45m

Chennai

Sat 21/11

08:05-09:15

1 stop19h 40m

$753

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

17:00-22:50

2 stops35h 20m

Chennai

Fri 30/10

23:50-12:10

1 stop30h 50m

$800

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

20:35-22:50

1 stop30h 45m

Chennai

Wed 16/9

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$842

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

20:35-22:50

1 stop30h 45m

Chennai

Wed 16/9

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$844
Fastest return journey

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

13:45-22:50

1 stop14h 35m

Chennai

Sat 31/10

11:45-10:20

1 stop17h 05m

$922

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 16/9

20:35-10:20

1 stop18h 15m

Chennai

Wed 23/9

20:10-19:05

1 stop18h 25m

$983

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/9

20:35-10:20

1 stop18h 15m

Chennai

Sat 31/10

14:30-19:15

1 stop23h 15m

$991

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

09:15-10:45

1 stop30h 00m

Chennai

Wed 30/9

11:45-10:00

1 stop17h 45m

$1,008

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

16:10-08:50

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

Sat 12/9

21:15-14:40

1 stop12h 55m

$1,075

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/9

10:30-08:50

2 stops26h 50m

Chennai

Fri 11/9

21:15-14:40

1 stop12h 55m

$1,248

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $828 to $1,187.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $753.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Sydney, with most prices found around $895. 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 $964.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,162 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 Sydney for as low as $998 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Sydney to Chennai flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Sydney to Chennai (SYD to MAA) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

13h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to Chennai takes 13h 40m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Chennai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Chennai

  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai by plane?

    The distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Chennai is about 9119.2 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 13h 40m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chennai Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chennai Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chennai Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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 from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chennai Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Chennai?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Chennai

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ScootPriceFrom $501Free cancellationRating
6.7
327 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $645Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,498 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $727Free cancellationRating
6.8
86 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $759Free cancellationRating
7.3
314 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $770Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,954 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $851Free cancellationRating
6.8
583 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $865Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,584 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $886Free cancellationRating
7.9
413 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $949Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,079 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,046Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,439 reviews
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