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20:05 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
32h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 18:50MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$875Scoot
Sun, 15 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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13:25 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 06:30MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$892Multiple Airlines
Sun, 14 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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13:25 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 06:30MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$941Multiple Airlines
Fri, 12 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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20:05 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
32h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 18:50MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$994Scoot
Sun, 15 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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17:25 - 08:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
20h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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20:55 - 15:55MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 30m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,009SriLankan Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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17:25 - 08:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
20h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
20:55 - 15:55MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 30m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,018SriLankan Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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22:30 - 11:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
18h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
20:40 - 18:25MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,024Air India
Thu, 25 Mar - Thu, 15 Apr
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22:15 - 10:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
18h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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00:20 - 20:35MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,028Malaysia Airlines
Fri, 12 Mar - Fri, 19 Mar
Air India Logo
20:00 - 08:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
17h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Air India Logo
20:40 - 18:25MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,031Air India
Sun, 4 Apr - Sat, 17 Apr
Malaysia Airlines Logo
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
$1,239Malaysia Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

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SriLankan Airlines flights from Sydney to Chennai

Our best SriLankan Airlines deals on Sydney to Chennai flight tickets
SriLankan Airlines
8 Nov
SYD17:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 50m
1 stop
MAA08:45Chennai
21 Nov
MAA09:50Chennai
24h 35m
1 stop
SYD15:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
$981
SriLankan Airlines
15 Nov
SYD17:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 50m
1 stop
MAA08:45Chennai
28 Nov
MAA20:55Chennai
13h 30m
1 stop
SYD15:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,018
SriLankan Airlines
13 Nov
SYD17:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 05m
1 stop
MAA15:00Chennai
28 Nov
MAA20:55Chennai
13h 30m
1 stop
SYD15:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,062

Scoot flights from Sydney to Chennai

Our best Scoot deals on Sydney to Chennai flight tickets
Scoot
15 Nov
SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 15m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
4 Dec
MAA23:50Chennai
13h 30m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$875
Scoot
8 Nov
SYD13:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 55m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
6 Dec
MAA23:50Chennai
30h 50m
1 stop
SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$878
Scoot
11 Nov
SYD13:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 55m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
2 Dec
MAA23:50Chennai
30h 50m
1 stop
SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$895

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Fri 4/12

23:50-18:50

1 stop13h 30m

$875

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/2

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Sun 28/2

23:50-06:30

2 stops25h 10m

$892

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/2

13:25-22:50

1 stop14h 55m

Chennai

Sun 28/2

23:50-06:30

2 stops25h 10m

$941

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Wed 18/11

23:50-18:50

1 stop13h 30m

$994

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

17:25-08:45

1 stop20h 50m

Chennai

Sat 28/11

20:55-15:55

1 stop13h 30m

$1,009

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

17:25-08:45

1 stop20h 50m

Chennai

Sat 28/11

20:55-15:55

1 stop13h 30m

$1,018

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/3

22:30-11:40

1 stop18h 40m

Chennai

Thu 15/4

20:40-18:25

1 stop17h 15m

$1,024

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/3

22:15-10:45

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Fri 19/3

00:20-20:35

1 stop14h 45m

$1,028

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 4/4

20:00-08:50

1 stop17h 20m

Chennai

Sat 17/4

20:40-18:25

1 stop17h 15m

$1,031
Fastest return journey

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

11:50-23:05

1 stop16h 45m

Chennai

Sat 21/11

11:45-07:55

1 stop14h 40m

$1,239

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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 $992 to $1,386.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $875.

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 $894. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $999.

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 $1,196 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 $1,046 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2026, prices for Sydney to Chennai flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

$520

Fastest flight time

14h 20m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Chennai from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $520. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $875.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Chennai takes 14h 20m
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 20m.

  • 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 $503Free cancellationRating
6.7
337 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $649Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,557 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $681Free cancellationRating
6.8
580 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $779Free cancellationRating
7.3
321 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $865Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,635 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $909Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,902 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $933Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,122 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $934Free cancellationRating
7.9
433 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $961Free cancellationRating
6.8
89 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,079Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,536 reviews
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