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 41% 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.

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

Scoot, IndiGo, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chennai

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 November 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.

₹ 20,057 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 ₹ 48,367 to ₹ 79,428. The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 39,581.

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06:15 - 22:55MEL-MAA

22h 10m1 stop

23:45 - 23:45MAA-MEL

18h 30m1 stop

₹ 39,581Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 1 Dec - Tue, 2 Dec

07:45 - 07:25MEL-MAA

29h 10m2 stops

23:55 - 11:55MAA-MEL

30h 30m1 stop

₹ 43,220Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 18 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec

17:55 - 07:25MEL-MAA

43h 00m2 stops

23:55 - 21:20MAA-MEL

15h 55m1 stop

₹ 44,107Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec

13:10 - 22:50MEL-MAA

15h 10m1 stop

23:55 - 11:55MAA-MEL

30h 30m1 stop

₹ 44,373Scoot

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Wed, 19 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec

13:10 - 22:50MEL-MAA

15h 10m1 stop

23:55 - 21:20MAA-MEL

15h 55m1 stop

₹ 46,681Scoot

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Wed, 19 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec

06:00 - 22:30MEL-MAA

22h 00m2 stops

22:30 - 16:35MAA-MEL

36h 35m2 stops

₹ 58,040Qantas Airways

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Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

13:30 - 22:50MEL-MAA

14h 50m1 stop

23:50 - 05:00MAA-MEL

23h 40m1 stop

₹ 58,395Royal Brunei Airlines

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Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 16 Dec

08:45 - 23:05MEL-MAA

19h 50m1 stop

11:45 - 09:25MAA-MEL

16h 10m1 stop

₹ 58,928Malaysia Airlines

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Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

08:45 - 23:05MEL-MAA

19h 50m1 stop

11:45 - 12:05MAA-MEL

18h 50m2 stops

₹ 61,413Malaysia Airlines

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Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

12:05 - 00:10MEL-MAA

17h 35m1 stop

20:10 - 15:05MAA-MEL

37h 25m2 stops

₹ 64,962Qantas Airways

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Sun, 8 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

Malaysia Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chennai

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Malaysia Airlines

8 Mar

MEL08:45Melbourne

19h 50m

1 stop

MAA23:05Chennai

12 Mar

MAA11:45Chennai

16h 10m

1 stop

MEL09:25Melbourne

₹ 58,928

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Malaysia Airlines

8 Mar

MEL08:45Melbourne

19h 50m

1 stop

MAA23:05Chennai

12 Mar

MAA11:45Chennai

18h 50m

2 stops

MEL12:05Melbourne

₹ 61,413

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Malaysia Airlines

7 Mar

MEL00:30Melbourne

15h 45m

1 stop

MAA10:45Chennai

11 Mar

MAA00:20Chennai

14h 55m

1 stop

MEL20:45Melbourne

₹ 61,501

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Royal Brunei Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chennai

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Royal Brunei Airlines

13 Nov

MEL13:30Melbourne

14h 50m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

20 Nov

MAA23:50Chennai

23h 40m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

₹ 46,059

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Royal Brunei Airlines

25 Nov

MEL13:30Melbourne

14h 50m

1 stop

MAA22:50Chennai

16 Dec

MAA23:50Chennai

23h 40m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

₹ 58,395

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MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

06:15-22:55

1 stop22h 10m

Chennai

Tue 2/12

23:45-23:45

1 stop18h 30m

₹ 39,581

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 18/11

07:45-07:25

2 stops29h 10m

Chennai

Mon 1/12

23:55-11:55

1 stop30h 30m

₹ 43,220

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

17:55-07:25

2 stops43h 00m

Chennai

Mon 8/12

23:55-21:20

1 stop15h 55m

₹ 44,107

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Mon 1/12

23:55-11:55

1 stop30h 30m

₹ 44,373

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

13:10-22:50

1 stop15h 10m

Chennai

Mon 1/12

23:55-21:20

1 stop15h 55m

₹ 46,681

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

06:00-22:30

2 stops22h 00m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

22:30-16:35

2 stops36h 35m

₹ 58,040

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 25/11

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Tue 16/12

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 58,395

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

08:45-23:05

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

11:45-09:25

1 stop16h 10m

₹ 58,928

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

08:45-23:05

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

11:45-12:05

2 stops18h 50m

₹ 61,413

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

12:05-00:10

1 stop17h 35m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

20:10-15:05

2 stops37h 25m

₹ 64,962

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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 ₹ 54,135.

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 ₹ 63,500. 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 ₹ 98,178. 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 ₹ 65,498. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around ₹ 69,429. 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 ₹ 64,415 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 ₹ 58,395 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. 13h 50m 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 November 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 ₹ 26,870	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 309 reviews	Search Scoot flights
Royal Brunei Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 31,045	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Royal Brunei Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 50,990	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 278 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 59,792	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,391 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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