Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Chennai?

Flights connecting via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 43m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Chennai?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 43% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai?

Scoot and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Scoot are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Sydney according to our data. Malaysia Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Chennai?

New Delhi (DEL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 12m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Chennai?

Flights via Bengaluru (BLR) offer the lowest average return price of $1,234.

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?

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chennai Airport is 10 as of September 2026.

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.

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21:35 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

23:50 - 12:10MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

$773Scoot

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

20:05 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

32h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi

23:50 - 12:10MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

$831Scoot

Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

21:50 - 07:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

15h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

08:05 - 11:30MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City

$846Multiple Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

14:00 - 09:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

25h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Tiruchirappalli Civil

23:50 - 12:10MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

$877Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

17:10 - 08:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

21h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

09:55 - 15:40MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$964SriLankan Airlines

Tue, 6 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

17:10 - 08:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

21h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21:15 - 15:55MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$970SriLankan Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

09:30 - 22:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

18h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl

07:05 - 10:30MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m1 stop Bengaluru Intl

$994Qantas Airways

Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

09:30 - 20:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

16h 20m1 stop Bengaluru Intl

07:05 - 10:30MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m1 stop Bengaluru Intl

$994Qantas Airways

Sun, 8 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

11:10 - 23:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

17h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

02:00 - 13:00MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,070Cathay Pacific

Wed, 21 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

22:20 - 00:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

31h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

02:00 - 13:00MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,070Cathay Pacific

Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

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16:10 - 14:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

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21:15 - 15:55MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

13h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,046SriLankan Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 24 Oct

08:35 - 23:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

19h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

23:50 - 12:45MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

$1,123Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 19 Oct

16:10 - 08:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

21h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21:15 - 15:40MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,151SriLankan Airlines

Fri, 25 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

16:10 - 08:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

21h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

09:35 - 15:55MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 50m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,153Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 24 Oct

06:05 - 08:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

31h 15m2 stops Melbourne Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21:15 - 14:40MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,186Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

20:35 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

23:45 - 20:35MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

15h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,193Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct

16:10 - 08:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

21h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

09:55 - 15:40MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,227SriLankan Airlines

Fri, 25 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct

16:10 - 08:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

21h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

09:55 - 14:40MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,229SriLankan Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

22:15 - 06:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

37h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

23:50 - 18:10MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Melbourne

$1,234Multiple Airlines

Sun, 27 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

06:25 - 08:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai

30h 55m2 stops Melbourne Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21:15 - 15:40MAA Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

12h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,240Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

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18 Oct

SYD21:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 45m

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MAA22:50Chennai

25 Oct

MAA23:50Chennai

30h 50m

1 stop

SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$773

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25 Oct

SYD20:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 15m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

23 Nov

MAA23:50Chennai

30h 50m

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SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$831

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16 Oct

SYD14:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 20m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

23 Oct

MAA23:50Chennai

30h 50m

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SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$849

SriLankan Airlines flights from Sydney to Chennai

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9 Oct

SYD17:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 30m

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MAA20:10Chennai

22 Oct

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12h 55m

1 stop

SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$970

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17 Oct

SYD17:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m

1 stop

MAA14:55Chennai

24 Oct

MAA16:00Chennai

18h 25m

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SYD15:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,016

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26 Sept

SYD16:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m

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MAA14:55Chennai

24 Oct

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08:05-11:30

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1 stop30h 50m

$877

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Tue 6/10

17:10-08:50

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

Mon 19/10

09:55-15:40

1 stop24h 15m

$964

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

17:10-08:50

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

Sat 24/10

21:15-15:55

1 stop13h 10m

$970

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

09:30-22:35

1 stop18h 35m

Chennai

Thu 10/12

07:05-10:30

1 stop21h 55m

$994

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

09:30-20:20

1 stop16h 20m

Chennai

Thu 10/12

07:05-10:30

1 stop21h 55m

$994

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/10

11:10-23:35

1 stop17h 55m

Chennai

Mon 2/11

02:00-13:00

1 stop29h 30m

$1,070

SydneyChennai

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - MAA Chennai

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/11

22:20-00:35

1 stop31h 45m

Chennai

Mon 16/11

02:00-13:00

1 stop29h 30m

$1,070

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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 $964 to $1,290.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $773.

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 $888. 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 $962.

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 $1,169 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 $1,053 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Sydney to Chennai flights are approximately 51% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	$364
Fastest flight time	14h 55m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chennai from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $364. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $773.

The fastest flight from Sydney to Chennai takes 14h 55m

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 55m.
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?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chennai Airport is 10 as of September 2026.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sydney and Chennai, the leading airline is Malaysia Airlines, making up 34% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Singapore Airlines with 22%, Scoot with 17%, and Qantas Airways with 9%.

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Scoot	PriceFrom $501	Free cancellation	Rating 6.7 336 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $640	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,533 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $666	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 582 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $753	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 320 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $790	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 87 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $804	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,918 reviews	Search Air India flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,608 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $942	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,064	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,494 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $1,146	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 423 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights

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