What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Chennai?

Scoot and Royal Brunei Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chennai

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Scoot, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia 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 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 3 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 September 2025, there are 3 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.

₹ 16,635 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 ₹ 52,193 to ₹ 72,173. The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 33,358.

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07:00 - 23:05MEL-MAA

21h 35m1 stop

08:05 - 05:30MAA-MEL

15h 55m1 stop

₹ 33,358Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 22 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct

22:30 - 23:05MEL-MAA

30h 05m1 stop

23:50 - 21:20MAA-MEL

16h 00m1 stop

₹ 33,710Scoot

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Sun, 19 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct

07:00 - 07:45MEL-MAA

30h 15m1 stop

08:15 - 05:30MAA-MEL

15h 45m1 stop

₹ 35,470Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 10 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct

21:45 - 07:45MEL-MAA

14h 30m1 stop

23:45 - 05:30MAA-MEL

24h 15m1 stop

₹ 37,143Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 27 Sep - Wed, 15 Oct

22:35 - 22:50MEL-MAA

29h 45m1 stop

00:05 - 20:15MAA-MEL

15h 40m1 stop

₹ 40,311Scoot

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Tue, 10 Feb - Fri, 10 Apr

22:35 - 22:50MEL-MAA

29h 45m1 stop

00:05 - 20:15MAA-MEL

15h 40m1 stop

₹ 40,399Scoot

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Tue, 10 Feb - Fri, 10 Apr

07:00 - 22:55MEL-MAA

21h 25m1 stop

23:50 - 21:20MAA-MEL

16h 00m1 stop

₹ 41,015Multiple Airlines

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Sun, 2 Nov - Wed, 24 Dec

13:30 - 22:50MEL-MAA

14h 50m1 stop

23:50 - 05:00MAA-MEL

23h 40m1 stop

₹ 41,983Royal Brunei Airlines

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Thu, 30 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov

13:30 - 22:50MEL-MAA

14h 50m1 stop

23:50 - 05:00MAA-MEL

23h 40m1 stop

₹ 42,071Royal Brunei Airlines

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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov

13:30 - 03:20MEL-MAA

19h 20m1 stop

23:50 - 05:00MAA-MEL

23h 40m1 stop

₹ 42,159Royal Brunei Airlines

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Fri, 24 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov

Royal Brunei Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best Royal Brunei Airlines deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets

Royal Brunei Airlines

30 Oct

MEL13:30Melbourne

14h 50m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

11 Nov

MAA23:50Chennai

23h 40m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

₹ 41,983

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Royal Brunei Airlines

30 Oct

MEL13:30Melbourne

14h 50m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

6 Nov

MAA23:50Chennai

23h 40m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

₹ 42,071

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Royal Brunei Airlines

24 Oct

MEL13:30Melbourne

19h 20m

1 stop

MAA03:20Chennai

4 Nov

MAA23:50Chennai

23h 40m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

₹ 42,159

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Scoot flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Our best Scoot deals on Melbourne to Chennai flight tickets

Scoot

19 Oct

MEL22:30Melbourne

30h 05m

1 stop

MAA23:05Chennai

29 Oct

MAA23:50Chennai

16h 00m

1 stop

MEL21:20Melbourne

₹ 33,710

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Scoot

10 Feb

MEL22:35Melbourne

29h 45m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

10 Apr

MAA00:05Chennai

15h 40m

1 stop

MEL20:15Melbourne

₹ 40,311

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Scoot

10 Feb

MEL22:35Melbourne

29h 45m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

10 Apr

MAA00:05Chennai

15h 40m

1 stop

MEL20:15Melbourne

₹ 40,399

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

07:00-23:05

1 stop21h 35m

Chennai

Sun 26/10

08:05-05:30

1 stop15h 55m

₹ 33,358

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

22:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

Chennai

Wed 29/10

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

₹ 33,710

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

07:00-07:45

1 stop30h 15m

Chennai

Tue 21/10

08:15-05:30

1 stop15h 45m

₹ 35,470

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 27/9

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

Chennai

Wed 15/10

23:45-05:30

1 stop24h 15m

₹ 37,143

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

22:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Fri 10/4

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

₹ 40,311

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

22:35-22:50

1 stop29h 45m

Chennai

Fri 10/4

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

₹ 40,399

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

07:00-22:55

1 stop21h 25m

Chennai

Wed 24/12

23:50-21:20

1 stop16h 00m

₹ 41,015

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Tue 11/11

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 41,983

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 42,071

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 24/10

13:30-03:20

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Tue 4/11

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 42,159

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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 March is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around ₹ 53,161.

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 ₹ 62,977. 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 ₹ 97,370. 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 ₹ 64,959. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around ₹ 68,857. 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 ₹ 63,166 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 ₹ 59,851 on momondo.

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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 10m 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 September 2025, there are 3 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne to Chennai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Scoot	PriceFrom ₹ 28,807	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 308 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 48,897	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,365 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 50,570	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 278 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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