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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from $323

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Chennai departing on 13/7. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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20:35 - 22:50
SYD
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MAA
30h 45m
1 stop
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23:50 - 19:20
MAA
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SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$618Scoot
Sat, 8 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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23:50 - 19:20
MAA
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SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$636Scoot
Fri, 14 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
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14:00 - 22:50
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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23:55 - 18:50
MAA
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SYD
13h 25m
1 stop
$638Scoot
Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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13:00 - 22:50
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
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23:50 - 19:20
MAA
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SYD
15h 00m
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$639Scoot
Fri, 14 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
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MAA
14h 20m
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23:50 - 19:20
MAA
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SYD
15h 00m
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$641Scoot
Fri, 14 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
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20:35 - 22:50
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MAA
30h 45m
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23:50 - 11:45
MAA
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SYD
31h 25m
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$642Scoot
Sat, 18 Jul - Sun, 16 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
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MAA
14h 20m
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23:50 - 19:20
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15h 00m
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$646Scoot
Fri, 14 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
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20:35 - 22:50
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MAA
30h 45m
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23:55 - 18:50
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SYD
13h 25m
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$657Scoot
Thu, 6 Aug - Wed, 28 Oct
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09:45 - 23:05
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MAA
17h 50m
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23:50 - 11:45
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SYD
31h 25m
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$659Multiple Airlines
Fri, 14 Aug - Fri, 28 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
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MAA
14h 20m
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23:50 - 19:20
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SYD
15h 00m
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$693Scoot
Wed, 3 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

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Scoot flights from Sydney to Chennai

Our best Scoot deals on Sydney to Chennai flight tickets
Scoot
8 Aug
SYD20:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 45m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
19 Aug
MAA23:50Chennai
15h 00m
1 stop
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$618
Scoot
14 Aug
SYD13:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
28 Aug
MAA23:50Chennai
15h 00m
1 stop
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$636
Scoot
19 Oct
SYD14:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
1 Nov
MAA23:55Chennai
13h 25m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$638

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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 28 April 2026.
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SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/8

20:35-22:50

1 stop30h 45m

Chennai

Wed 19/8

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$618

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$636
Fastest return journey

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/10

14:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 1/11

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

$638

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$639

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$641

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/7

20:35-22:50

1 stop30h 45m

Chennai

Sun 16/8

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$642

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$646

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/8

20:35-22:50

1 stop30h 45m

Chennai

Wed 28/10

23:55-18:50

1 stop13h 25m

$657

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

09:45-23:05

1 stop17h 50m

Chennai

Fri 28/8

23:50-11:45

1 stop31h 25m

$659

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Mon 15/6

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$693

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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 $798. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of August, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $847.

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 $1,041 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 $957 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Sydney to Chennai flights are approximately 14% more expensive 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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Fastest flight time

14h 20m

Direct flights

None
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.

  • 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 $471Free cancellationRating
6.7
326 reviews
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6.8
82 reviews
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7.4
307 reviews
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5.5
2,960 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $818Free cancellationRating
7.9
401 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $836Free cancellationRating
6.8
557 reviews
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8.2
1,503 reviews
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7.5
1,028 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $961Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,306 reviews
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1,434 reviews
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