Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Scoot, Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Melbourne according to our data. Scoot is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne 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 license, 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.

₹ 28,566 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chennai in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from ₹ 74,694 to ₹ 106,943. The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 44,646.

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13:10 - 05:55

MEL

MAA

22h 15m1 stop

23:55 - 21:20

MAA

MEL

15h 55m1 stop

₹ 44,646Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar

13:10 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

15h 10m1 stop

23:55 - 22:45

MAA

MEL

17h 20m2 stops

₹ 44,736Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar

13:10 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

15h 10m1 stop

09:45 - 07:25

MAA

MEL

16h 10m2 stops

₹ 44,825Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar

13:10 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

15h 10m1 stop

14:35 - 11:55

MAA

MEL

15h 50m1 stop

₹ 44,915Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Feb - Tue, 17 Mar

06:15 - 12:45

MEL

MAA

36h 00m3 stops

07:10 - 23:45

MAA

MEL

35h 05m3 stops

₹ 45,005Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

22:05 - 05:55

MEL

MAA

13h 20m1 stop

23:55 - 21:20

MAA

MEL

15h 55m1 stop

₹ 45,185Multiple Airlines

Fri, 6 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar

13:10 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

15h 10m1 stop

23:55 - 21:20

MAA

MEL

15h 55m1 stop

₹ 45,724Scoot

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb

06:00 - 22:30

AVV

MAA

22h 00m2 stops

08:30 - 23:15

MAA

AVV

33h 15m2 stops

₹ 589,827Qantas Airways

Thu, 5 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

06:00 - 22:30

AVV

MAA

22h 00m2 stops

11:15 - 20:20

MAA

AVV

27h 35m2 stops

₹ 591,803Qantas Airways

Thu, 5 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

11:05 - 22:10

AVV

MAA

15h 35mdirect

23:10 - 10:25

MAA

AVV

6h 45mdirect

₹ 810,630Delta

Sun, 12 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr

Scoot flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best Scoot deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets

Scoot

4 Feb

MEL13:10Melbourne

15h 10m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

25 Feb

MAA23:55Chennai

15h 55m

1 stop

MEL21:20Melbourne

₹ 45,724

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Scoot

8 Feb

MEL13:10Melbourne

15h 10m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

15 Feb

MAA23:55Chennai

15h 55m

1 stop

MEL21:20Melbourne

₹ 45,814

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Scoot

5 Jan

MEL13:10Melbourne

15h 10m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

11 Jan

MAA23:55Chennai

15h 55m

1 stop

MEL21:20Melbourne

₹ 96,568

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Chennai

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Qantas Airways

5 Mar

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

22h 00m

2 stops

MAA22:30Chennai

9 Mar

MAA08:30Chennai

33h 15m

2 stops

AVV23:15Melbourne Avalon

₹ 589,827

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Qantas Airways

5 Mar

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

22h 00m

2 stops

MAA22:30Chennai

9 Mar

MAA11:15Chennai

27h 35m

2 stops

AVV20:20Melbourne Avalon

₹ 591,803

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Qantas Airways

5 Mar

AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon

31h 20m

2 stops

MAA07:50Chennai

9 Mar

MAA08:30Chennai

33h 15m

2 stops

AVV23:15Melbourne Avalon

₹ 591,893

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Return

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MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

13:10-05:55

1 stop22h 15m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

23:55-21:20

1 stop15h 55m

₹ 44,646

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Mon 9/3

23:55-22:45

2 stops17h 20m

₹ 44,736

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

09:45-07:25

2 stops16h 10m

₹ 44,825

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Tue 17/3

14:35-11:55

1 stop15h 50m

₹ 44,915

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

06:15-12:45

3 stops36h 00m

Chennai

Mon 9/2

07:10-23:45

3 stops35h 05m

₹ 45,005

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

22:05-05:55

1 stop13h 20m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

23:55-21:20

1 stop15h 55m

₹ 45,185

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Wed 25/2

23:55-21:20

1 stop15h 55m

₹ 45,724

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 5/3

06:00-22:30

2 stops22h 00m

Chennai

Mon 9/3

08:30-23:15

2 stops33h 15m

₹ 589,827

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 5/3

06:00-22:30

2 stops22h 00m

Chennai

Mon 9/3

11:15-20:20

2 stops27h 35m

₹ 591,803

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 12/4

11:05-22:10

Nonstop15h 35m

Chennai

Thu 30/4

23:10-10:25

Nonstop6h 45m

₹ 810,630

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Chennai

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around ₹ 53,988.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from Melbourne is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as ₹ 64,276. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Melbourne to Chennai on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 99,378. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the evening for as low as ₹ 66,298. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around ₹ 70,277. 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 Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 65,329 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 Melbourne for as low as ₹ 59,737 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 30m
Direct flights	Mon
Airports in Chennai	1 airport

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chennai takes 14h 30m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Chennai on Monday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Chennai. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Chennai (MAA).

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How far is Melbourne to Chennai by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Chennai is 8782.3 km. 14h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne 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 license, 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.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Chennai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Scoot	PriceFrom ₹ 27,172	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 313 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 31,424	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 51,613	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 286 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 60,522	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,421 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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