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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from $452

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14:20 - 18:50SYD-MAA
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23:55 - 18:50MAA-SYD
13h 25m1 stop
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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
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14:20 - 08:40SYD-MAA
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23:55 - 13:05MAA-SYD
31h 40m1 stop
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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
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14:20 - 08:40SYD-MAA
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23:55 - 13:05MAA-SYD
31h 40m1 stop
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Sun, 16 Nov - Fri, 12 Dec
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14:20 - 09:45SYD-MAA
24h 55m2 stops
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23:55 - 18:50MAA-SYD
13h 25m1 stop
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Fri, 7 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
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14:20 - 18:50SYD-MAA
34h 00m3 stops
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23:55 - 13:05MAA-SYD
31h 40m1 stop
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Sun, 16 Nov - Fri, 12 Dec
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07:15 - 07:25SYD-MAA
29h 40m2 stops
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23:45 - 20:35MAA-SYD
15h 20m1 stop
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14:20 - 13:40SYD-MAA
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20:05 - 22:50SYD-MAA
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26h 05m3 stops
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Thu, 6 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov
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14:20 - 22:50SYD-MAA
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13h 25m1 stop
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20:05 - 22:50SYD-MAA
32h 15m1 stop
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Scoot flights from Sydney to Chennai

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Scoot
25 Jan
SYD14:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 00m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
15 Feb
MAA23:55Chennai
13h 25m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$785
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13 Jan
SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 15m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
1 Mar
MAA23:55Chennai
13h 25m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$906
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Cathay Pacific
7 Nov
SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 45m
2 stops
MAA00:35Chennai
13 Nov
MAA02:00Chennai
24h 30m
2 stops
SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
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7 Nov
SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 00m
2 stops
MAA00:35Chennai
13 Nov
MAA02:00Chennai
24h 30m
2 stops
SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
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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 2 November 2025.
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SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/11

14:20-18:50

3 stops34h 00m

Chennai

Wed 12/11

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

$701

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/11

14:20-08:40

2 stops23h 50m

Chennai

Wed 12/11

23:55-13:05

1 stop31h 40m

$706

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/11

14:20-08:40

2 stops23h 50m

Chennai

Fri 12/12

23:55-13:05

1 stop31h 40m

$709

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/11

14:20-09:45

2 stops24h 55m

Chennai

Fri 14/11

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

$710

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/11

14:20-18:50

3 stops34h 00m

Chennai

Fri 12/12

23:55-13:05

1 stop31h 40m

$712

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 30/11

07:15-07:25

2 stops29h 40m

Chennai

Sun 7/12

23:45-20:35

1 stop15h 20m

$716

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/11

14:20-13:40

3 stops28h 50m

Chennai

Fri 14/11

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

$722

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/11

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Thu 13/11

11:15-18:50

3 stops26h 05m

$724

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

14:20-22:50

1 stop14h 00m

Chennai

Sun 15/2

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

$785

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/1

20:05-22:50

1 stop32h 15m

Chennai

Sun 1/3

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

$906

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Sydney, with most prices found around $864. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of August, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $932.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,163. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Chennai on Sunday is $1,301.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Flying to Chennai from Sydney at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,101 when looking at flights departing at midday. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,290. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,129 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 $993 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Sydney to Chennai flights are approximately 29% 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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  • 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 00m.

  • 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?

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ScootPriceFrom $535Free cancellationRating
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7.3
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6.9
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8.1
1,391 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $845Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,045 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $928Free cancellationRating
7.8
361 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $989Free cancellationRating
7.5
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IndiGoPriceFrom $1,076Free cancellationRating
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