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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai from $410

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MAA
29 Dec — 5 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Chennai are usually found in August or February, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$898

One-way from

$410

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,946
1/4-15/4
  • 1/4-15/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
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5/2
  • 5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Chennai
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High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2024
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 December 2024.

Tue 31/1206:15MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/123:50MAA - MEL
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12$1,756
Sun 29/1222:35MEL - MAA
1 stop29h 45mScoot
Wed 15/123:50MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 00mScoot
Deal found 22/12$1,968
Mon 30/1200:45MEL - MAA
1 stop29h 20mCathay Pacific
Fri 17/101:50MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/12$2,052
Tue 31/1206:15MEL - MAA
1 stop19h 25mEmirates
Mon 13/121:40MAA - MEL
2 stops26h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/12$2,407

Find flights from Melbourne to Chennai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 24 December 2024.

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MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 16/4

12:45-23:55

1 stop15h 40m

Chennai

Sat 17/5

11:25-06:15

1 stop14h 20m

$898

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Fri 31/1

13:35-22:50

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Wed 5/2

23:50-11:40

1 stop30h 20m

$960

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Mon 21/4

12:45-22:00

1 stop13h 45m

Chennai

Mon 28/4

23:15-20:15

1 stop16h 30m

$1,069

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Sat 3/5

12:15-08:50

2 stops25h 05m

Chennai

Sat 10/5

09:55-08:55

2 stops18h 30m

$1,083

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

00:30-10:45

1 stop15h 45m

Chennai

Tue 25/2

00:20-20:45

1 stop14h 55m

$1,095

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Thu 23/1

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

Chennai

Thu 6/2

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

$1,128

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

00:45-00:35

1 stop29h 20m

Chennai

Tue 25/2

01:50-17:10

2 stops33h 50m

$1,167

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

06:20-19:25

2 stops18h 35m

Chennai

Fri 7/3

13:15-15:35

2 stops20h 50m

$1,171

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

14:30-00:30

1 stop15h 30m

Chennai

Mon 24/2

01:30-07:20

1 stop24h 20m

$1,296

MelbourneChennai

MEL - MAA

MELMAA

Melbourne

Tue 4/2

03:25-20:10

2 stops22h 15m

Chennai

Tue 18/2

03:45-06:25

1 stop21h 10m

$1,538

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai (average of $597). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,188). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 24 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,330 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
357 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from Melbourne, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Chennai per day from 12 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Flying on Scoot is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $960. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Singapore Airlines and SriLankan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,069 and $1,082, respectively. Scoot is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chennai one-way?

    $722 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Thai Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scoot and AirAsia X, with prices starting from $888 and $931, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

    Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights have a stopover in Singapore most often. Kuala Lumpur is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai. Colombo comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay, by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $143 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Kuala Lumpur travellers tend to visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia more than any other notable places. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia can be accessed by travelling approximately 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Kuala Lumpur can hire a car from Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $54 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights?

    Melbourne Airport to Chennai flights have a stopover in New Delhi least often. Bangkok is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chennai (average of $597). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,188). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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ScootCheapest$620Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$764Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Air IndiaCheapest$766Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$838Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$921Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IndiGoCheapest$938Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$956Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,034Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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