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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai from $283

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai departing on 12/5. 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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07:00 - 07:45MEL-MAA
29h 15m1 stop
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08:15 - 05:30MAA-MEL
16h 45m1 stop
Fri, 9 May - Tue, 27 May
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21:30 - 23:05MEL-MAA
30h 05m1 stop
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00:05 - 20:15MAA-MEL
15h 40m1 stop
$569Scoot
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Sat, 14 Jun - Sun, 22 Jun
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12:30 - 03:20MEL-MAA
19h 20m1 stop
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04:20 - 05:30MAA-MEL
20h 40m1 stop
$783Royal Brunei Airlines
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Fri, 6 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
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12:30 - 03:20MEL-MAA
19h 20m1 stop
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04:20 - 05:30MAA-MEL
20h 40m1 stop
$785Royal Brunei Airlines
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Fri, 6 Jun - Sat, 14 Jun
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13:25 - 10:45MEL-MAA
25h 50m1 stop
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11:45 - 08:10MAA-MEL
15h 55m1 stop
$849Malaysia Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Thu, 22 May
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16:30 - 14:55MEL-MAA
26h 55m1 stop
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21:15 - 08:50MAA-MEL
31h 05m2 stops
$966SriLankan Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Thu, 22 May
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16:30 - 08:50MEL-MAA
20h 50m1 stop
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15:55 - 15:00MAA-MEL
18h 35m1 stop
$982SriLankan Airlines
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Tue, 13 May - Sun, 18 May
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13:30 - 00:01MEL-MAA
15h 01m1 stop
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01:10 - 07:30MAA-MEL
25h 50m1 stop
$1,112Thai Airways
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Tue, 13 May - Sat, 17 May
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23:30 - 00:01MEL-MAA
29h 01m1 stop
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01:10 - 20:00MAA-MEL
14h 20m1 stop
$1,187Thai Airways
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Thu, 15 May - Wed, 21 May
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23:30 - 10:45MEL-MAA
15h 45m1 stop
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11:45 - 08:10MAA-MEL
15h 55m1 stop
$1,355Malaysia Airlines
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
15 May
MEL13:25Melbourne
25h 50m
1 stop
MAA10:45Chennai
22 May
MAA11:45Chennai
15h 55m
1 stop
MEL08:10Melbourne
Malaysia Airlines
23 May
MEL23:30Melbourne
15h 45m
1 stop
MAA10:45Chennai
31 May
MAA11:45Chennai
15h 55m
1 stop
MEL08:10Melbourne

SriLankan Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

Our best SriLankan Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight tickets
SriLankan Airlines
15 May
MEL16:30Melbourne
26h 55m
1 stop
MAA14:55Chennai
22 May
MAA21:15Chennai
31h 05m
2 stops
MEL08:50Melbourne
SriLankan Airlines
13 May
MEL16:30Melbourne
20h 50m
1 stop
MAA08:50Chennai
18 May
MAA15:55Chennai
18h 35m
1 stop
MEL15:00Melbourne
SriLankan Airlines
15 May
MEL16:30Melbourne
20h 50m
1 stop
MAA08:50Chennai
22 May
MAA15:55Chennai
36h 25m
2 stops
MEL08:50Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $921. If you aren’t able to travel to Chennai during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $958.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,111. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Chennai on Tuesday is $1,225.

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

Flying to Chennai from Melbourne Airport in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,030 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,221. 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 Airport when booking 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,147 when searching 12 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,057 on momondo.

How have Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 53% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Chennai (MEL to MAA) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$283

Fastest flight time

14h 10m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chennai from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $283. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $558.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai takes 14h 10m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Melbourne Airport - Chennai Airport.
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

  • How far is Melbourne to Chennai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Chennai is 8765.4 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 35m.

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

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?


Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai

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ScootPriceFrom $546Free cancellationRating
6.7
303 reviews
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Royal Brunei AirlinesPriceFrom $647Free cancellationRating
5.7
7 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $746Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,898 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $812Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,290 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $842Free cancellationRating
7.3
254 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $884Free cancellationRating
7.5
828 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $904Free cancellationRating
6.8
73 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $917Free cancellationRating
6.8
474 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $937Free cancellationRating
7.5
851 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $1,027Free cancellationRating
7.7
325 reviews
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