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Flight deals from Melbourne to Chennai Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £396. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chennai.£280 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £280, select.

Chennai.£300 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £300, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Thu, 25 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Sat, 20 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£302 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £302, select.

Chennai.£303 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £303, select.

Chennai.£303 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £303, select.

Chennai.£304 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £304, select.

Chennai.£306 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £306, select.

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Melbourne to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Chennai is £280. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Chennai?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Chennai. But we found flights with one stop from £280.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Chennai?

As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Chennai is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Chennai Airport on Monday, 20 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Chennai Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Chennai with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Chennai is Scoot .

Travelling from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know

Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to MAA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to MAA departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
- Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
MEL is about 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to MAA flight is easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Avalon Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

About Chennai International Airport (MAA)

Have a late flight from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near MAA and turn out the lights sooner:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Chennai International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

Chennai International Airport to the centre of Chennai is roughly 16 kms (10 miles). If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport (MAA)

At the moment, £136 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £280. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Melbourne to Chennai International Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Melbourne to MAA.
Lock in a cheap flight from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport (MAA)

It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport (MAA). November is when most people travel to Chennai. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to MAA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Chennai

Start your Chennai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Chennai International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your Chennai trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.

Explore more of India

Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chennai. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the west, top sights here include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in India, consider Salem, about 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Chennai. ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple are key reasons to visit.