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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from $446

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 19/8. 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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Scoot Logo
13:00 - 22:50
SYD
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
23:50 - 19:20
MAA
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SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$816Scoot
Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
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13:00 - 22:50
SYD
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MAA
14h 20m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
23:50 - 19:20
MAA
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SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$816Scoot
Sun, 23 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
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21:35 - 23:05
SYD
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MAA
31h 00m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:05 - 09:20
MAA
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SYD
19h 45m
1 stop
$816Multiple Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 11:25
SYD
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MAA
26h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:45 - 19:35
MAA
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SYD
15h 20m
1 stop
$819Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep
Malaysia Airlines Logo
14:05 - 22:50
SYD
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MAA
14h 15m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:45 - 07:55
MAA
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SYD
14h 40m
1 stop
$1,005Malaysia Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
Malaysia Airlines Logo
13:05 - 22:50
SYD
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MAA
14h 15m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:45 - 10:00
MAA
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SYD
17h 45m
1 stop
$1,035Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 3 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
SriLankan Airlines Logo
16:10 - 08:50
SYD
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MAA
21h 10m
1 stop
SriLankan Airlines Logo
21:15 - 14:40
MAA
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SYD
12h 55m
1 stop
$1,128SriLankan Airlines
Sat, 8 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
Cathay Pacific Logo
07:40 - 23:35
SYD
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MAA
20h 25m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:50 - 11:45
MAA
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SYD
30h 25m
1 stop
$1,143Cathay Pacific
Wed, 19 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep
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10:10 - 23:35
SYD
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MAA
17h 55m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:50 - 19:50
MAA
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SYD
38h 30m
2 stops
$1,143Cathay Pacific
Tue, 18 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep
SriLankan Airlines Logo
16:10 - 08:50
SYD
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MAA
21h 10m
1 stop
SriLankan Airlines Logo
21:15 - 14:40
MAA
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SYD
12h 55m
1 stop
$1,171SriLankan Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep

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Scoot flights from Sydney to Chennai

Our best Scoot deals on Sydney to Chennai flight tickets
Scoot
23 Aug
SYD13:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
30 Aug
MAA23:50Chennai
15h 00m
1 stop
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$816
Scoot
14 Aug
SYD13:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
28 Aug
MAA23:50Chennai
31h 25m
1 stop
SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$838
Scoot
12 Aug
SYD13:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
MAA22:50Chennai
21 Aug
MAA23:50Chennai
15h 00m
1 stop
SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
$846

Cathay Pacific flights from Sydney to Chennai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Sydney to Chennai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
4 Aug
SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 25m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
16 Aug
MAA00:50Chennai
38h 50m
1 stop
SYD20:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,010
Cathay Pacific
28 July
SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 25m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
17 Aug
MAA00:50Chennai
27h 20m
1 stop
SYD08:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,102
Cathay Pacific
30 July
SYD07:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 25m
1 stop
MAA23:35Chennai
19 Aug
MAA00:50Chennai
24h 50m
1 stop
SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,109

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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 July 2026.
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SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$816

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

13:00-22:50

1 stop14h 20m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

23:50-19:20

1 stop15h 00m

$816

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

21:35-23:05

3 stops31h 00m

Chennai

Sat 24/10

08:05-09:20

1 stop19h 45m

$816

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/9

13:00-11:25

1 stop26h 55m

Chennai

Tue 22/9

23:45-19:35

1 stop15h 20m

$819
Fastest return journey

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/10

14:05-22:50

1 stop14h 15m

Chennai

Sat 7/11

11:45-07:55

1 stop14h 40m

$1,005

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/9

13:05-22:50

1 stop14h 15m

Chennai

Fri 11/9

11:45-10:00

1 stop17h 45m

$1,035

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/8

16:10-08:50

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

Sat 15/8

21:15-14:40

1 stop12h 55m

$1,128

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/8

07:40-23:35

1 stop20h 25m

Chennai

Fri 4/9

00:50-11:45

1 stop30h 25m

$1,143

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

10:10-23:35

1 stop17h 55m

Chennai

Fri 4/9

00:50-19:50

2 stops38h 30m

$1,143

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

16:10-08:50

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

Sat 5/9

21:15-14:40

1 stop12h 55m

$1,171

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Chennai

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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 $826 to $1,126.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $816.

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 $902. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of February, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $970.

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 $1,164 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 $1,006 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Sydney to Chennai flights are approximately 13% 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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Cheap Sydney to Chennai (SYD to MAA) flight deals and tips

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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 $505Free cancellationRating
6.7
328 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $650Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,492 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $733Free cancellationRating
6.8
86 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $765Free cancellationRating
7.3
314 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $777Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,953 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $858Free cancellationRating
6.8
580 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $874Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,584 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $893Free cancellationRating
7.9
412 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $957Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,068 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,047Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,431 reviews
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