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 32% 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.

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13:10 - 05:55

MEL

MAA

22h 15m1 stop

08:05 - 05:40

MAA

MEL

16h 05m2 stops

₹ 55,954Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

06:15 - 11:50

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MAA

35h 05m3 stops

23:55 - 12:00

MAA

MEL

30h 35m3 stops

₹ 56,497Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

07:45 - 07:25

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MAA

29h 10m2 stops

08:05 - 04:55

MAA

MEL

15h 20m2 stops

₹ 56,769Multiple Airlines

Sun, 11 Jan - Thu, 12 Feb

10:00 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

17h 20m2 stops

00:05 - 20:15

MAA

MEL

15h 40m1 stop

₹ 57,222Multiple Airlines

Thu, 30 Apr - Fri, 15 May

13:00 - 06:30

MEL

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22h 00m1 stop

21:15 - 20:15

MAA

MEL

18h 30m2 stops

₹ 58,308Multiple Airlines

Thu, 30 Apr - Fri, 5 Jun

13:10 - 22:50

MEL

MAA

15h 10m1 stop

23:45 - 05:00

MAA

MEL

23h 45m1 stop

₹ 58,761Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

06:15 - 08:00

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MAA

31h 15m2 stops

23:55 - 05:40

MAA

MEL

24h 15m2 stops

₹ 59,123Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan

22:35 - 22:50

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29h 45m1 stop

08:05 - 05:00

MAA

MEL

15h 25m1 stop

₹ 59,395Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan

06:00 - 07:50

AVV

MAA

31h 20m2 stops

16:45 - 20:20

MAA

AVV

46h 05m2 stops

₹ 591,954Qantas Airways

Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

06:00 - 22:30

AVV

MAA

22h 00m2 stops

13:15 - 23:15

MAA

AVV

28h 30m2 stops

₹ 592,044Qantas Airways

Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

IndiGo flights from Melbourne to Chennai

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17 Apr

MEL12:00Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

MAA06:30Chennai

3 May

MAA06:25Chennai

19h 20m

1 stop

MEL06:15Melbourne

₹ 62,564

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17 Apr

MEL12:00Melbourne

23h 00m

1 stop

MAA06:30Chennai

3 May

MAA06:25Chennai

19h 20m

1 stop

MEL06:15Melbourne

₹ 62,745

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18 Dec

MEL16:55Melbourne

18h 30m

1 stop

MAA05:55Chennai

4 Jan

MAA06:55Chennai

21h 55m

1 stop

MEL10:20Melbourne

₹ 113,809

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Malaysia Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chennai

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3 Mar

MEL00:30Melbourne

15h 45m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

8 Mar

MAA11:45Chennai

14h 00m

1 stop

MEL07:15Melbourne

₹ 62,835

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4 Mar

MEL09:35Melbourne

30h 40m

2 stops

MAA10:45Chennai

8 Mar

MAA11:45Chennai

14h 00m

1 stop

MEL07:15Melbourne

₹ 64,284

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4 Mar

MEL09:35Melbourne

30h 40m

2 stops

MAA10:45Chennai

8 Mar

MAA11:45Chennai

18h 50m

2 stops

MEL12:05Melbourne

₹ 66,547

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MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

13:10-05:55

1 stop22h 15m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

08:05-05:40

2 stops16h 05m

₹ 55,954

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

06:15-11:50

3 stops35h 05m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

23:55-12:00

3 stops30h 35m

₹ 56,497

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

07:45-07:25

2 stops29h 10m

Chennai

Thu 12/2

08:05-04:55

2 stops15h 20m

₹ 56,769

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

10:00-22:50

2 stops17h 20m

Chennai

Fri 15/5

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

₹ 57,222

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

13:00-06:30

1 stop22h 00m

Chennai

Fri 5/6

21:15-20:15

2 stops18h 30m

₹ 58,308

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

23:45-05:00

1 stop23h 45m

₹ 58,761

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

06:15-08:00

2 stops31h 15m

Chennai

Fri 30/1

23:55-05:40

2 stops24h 15m

₹ 59,123

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

22:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

08:05-05:00

1 stop15h 25m

₹ 59,395

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/3

06:00-07:50

2 stops31h 20m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

16:45-20:20

2 stops46h 05m

₹ 591,954

MelbourneChennai

AVV - MAA

AVVMAA

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 4/3

06:00-22:30

2 stops22h 00m

Chennai

Sun 8/3

13:15-23:15

2 stops28h 30m

₹ 592,044

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Chennai

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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 ₹ 54,415.

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 ₹ 64,784. 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 ₹ 100,163. 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 ₹ 66,823. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around ₹ 70,833. 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 ₹ 65,853 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 ₹ 60,209 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	13h 25m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chennai takes 13h 25m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Chennai.

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How far is Melbourne to Chennai by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Chennai is 8782.3 km. 13h 25m 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 ₹ 27,387	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 311 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 31,673	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 52,021	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 282 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 61,001	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,413 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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