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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from $413

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10:45 - 07:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
26h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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23:50 - 18:50MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$726Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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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
$753Scoot
Fri, 26 Feb - Fri, 26 Mar
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14:00 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 18:50MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$772Scoot
Mon, 12 Oct - Sun, 29 Nov
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10:45 - 07:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
26h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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23:50 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$779Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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11:50 - 23:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
16h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:45 - 07:55MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,050Malaysia Airlines
Tue, 23 Feb - Sat, 27 Mar
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11:50 - 23:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
16h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:45 - 07:55MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,050Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Fri, 26 Mar
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11:05 - 00:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
19h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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02:00 - 09:35MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,059Cathay Pacific
Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov
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12:15 - 22:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
15h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:25 - 17:55MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,066Singapore Airlines
Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 25 Mar
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12:15 - 22:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
15h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
23:25 - 17:55MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,066Singapore Airlines
Sat, 27 Feb - Fri, 26 Mar
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11:05 - 00:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
19h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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02:00 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,100Cathay Pacific
Wed, 11 Nov - Fri, 12 Feb

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Scoot flights from Sydney to Chennai

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Scoot
26 Feb
SYD13:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 55m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
26 Mar
MAA23:50Chennai
13h 30m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$753
Scoot
11 Oct
SYD14:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
29 Nov
MAA23:50Chennai
13h 30m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$772
Scoot
12 Oct
SYD14:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
27 Nov
MAA23:50Chennai
13h 30m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$778

Cathay Pacific flights from Sydney to Chennai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Sydney to Chennai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
15 Sept
SYD10:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 55m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
5 Oct
MAA00:50Chennai
27h 20m
1 stop
SYD09:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,260
Cathay Pacific
16 Sept
SYD10:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 55m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
6 Oct
MAA00:50Chennai
27h 20m
1 stop
SYD09:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,317
Cathay Pacific
14 Sept
SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 25m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
4 Oct
MAA00:50Chennai
26h 30m
2 stops
SYD08:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,394

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SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 23/10

10:45-07:25

1 stop26h 10m

Chennai

Fri 30/10

23:50-18:50

1 stop13h 30m

$726

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 26/2

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Fri 26/3

23:50-18:50

1 stop13h 30m

$753
Fastest return journey

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/10

14:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 29/11

23:50-18:50

1 stop13h 30m

$772

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

10:45-07:25

1 stop26h 10m

Chennai

Sun 25/10

23:50-12:10

1 stop30h 50m

$779

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 23/2

11:50-23:05

1 stop16h 45m

Chennai

Sat 27/3

11:45-07:55

1 stop14h 40m

$1,050

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/2

11:50-23:05

1 stop16h 45m

Chennai

Fri 26/3

11:45-07:55

1 stop14h 40m

$1,050

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

11:05-00:35

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Mon 16/11

02:00-09:35

1 stop26h 05m

$1,059

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/2

12:15-22:10

1 stop15h 25m

Chennai

Thu 25/3

23:25-17:55

1 stop13h 00m

$1,066

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 27/2

12:15-22:10

1 stop15h 25m

Chennai

Fri 26/3

23:25-17:55

1 stop13h 00m

$1,066

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/11

11:05-00:35

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Fri 12/2

02:00-13:00

1 stop29h 30m

$1,100

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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 $1,017 to $1,378.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $726.

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 $880. 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 $949.

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 $1,156 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 $1,043 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Sydney to Chennai flights are approximately 5% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

$413

Fastest flight time

14h 06m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Chennai from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $413. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $726.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Chennai takes 14h 06m
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 14h 06m.

  • 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.

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  • 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 $494Free cancellationRating
6.7
332 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $633Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,535 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $659Free cancellationRating
6.8
581 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $732Free cancellationRating
6.8
87 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $746Free cancellationRating
7.3
318 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $768Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,926 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $844Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,600 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $932Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,092 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,026Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,481 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $1,111Free cancellationRating
7.9
418 reviews
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