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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 21,945

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai are usually found in August or February, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 484,860 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/3

22:15-10:45

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Sat 3/5

11:45-10:00

1 stop17h 45m

₹ 49,798

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/12

22:20-07:25

1 stop14h 35m

Chennai

Tue 4/2

23:25-12:50

2 stops31h 55m

₹ 51,148

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/3

17:10-08:50

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

Sat 3/5

21:15-07:05

2 stops29h 20m

₹ 60,095

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/1

15:15-00:35

1 stop38h 50m

Chennai

Thu 13/2

01:50-16:30

2 stops33h 10m

₹ 64,906

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/4

10:00-00:01

1 stop18h 31m

Chennai

Tue 6/5

01:10-20:30

1 stop14h 50m

₹ 67,016

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/1

14:05-22:50

1 stop14h 15m

Chennai

Wed 29/1

23:50-12:50

1 stop31h 30m

₹ 69,801

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/5

12:35-15:05

2 stops31h 00m

₹ 21,945

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/4

09:45-22:45

1 stop17h 30m

₹ 27,178

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/12

21:50-22:50

1 stop30h 30m

₹ 43,552

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/1

22:15-19:55

2 stops27h 10m

₹ 48,110

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Deals found on 20/11

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 49,798

One-way from

₹ 21,945

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  • 29/3-3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 45m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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  • 13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Thu 26/1222:20SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/223:25MAA - SYD
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11₹ 51,148
Wed 20/1115:55SYD - MAA
2 stops52h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 27/1115:55MAA - SYD
2 stops33h 05mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/11₹ 62,543
Fri 22/1114:05SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 15mScoot
Mon 10/223:50MAA - SYD
1 stop31h 30mScoot
Deal found 19/11₹ 64,653
Wed 20/1122:15SYD - MAA
1 stop30h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 26/1100:20MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/11₹ 69,970
Sun 1/1210:25SYD - MAA
1 stop18h 45mAir India
Fri 31/106:50MAA - SYD
1 stop19h 50mAir India
Deal found 19/11₹ 98,076
Fri 22/1110:20SYD - MAA
2 stops27h 25mEmirates
Sun 9/203:45MAA - SYD
1 stop33h 20mEmirates
Deal found 19/11₹ 102,718

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118). 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 SYD to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 20 November 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday 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 20 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Scoot and SriLankan Airlines from Sydney to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
368 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
368 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
368 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
368 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
300 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
368 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

SriLankan Airlines
7.1
Good
98 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
368 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Scoot
6.6
Okay
303 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
368 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, Malaysia Airlines (₹ 49,798), SriLankan Airlines (₹ 60,095), and Cathay Pacific (₹ 64,906) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chennai. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    ₹ 27,178 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scoot and SriLankan Airlines, with prices starting from ₹ 43,552 and ₹ 48,110, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118). 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₹ 39,230Average₹ 50,371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 45,946Average₹ 51,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 53,298Average₹ 61,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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