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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from ₹ 16,834

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 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai are usually found in February or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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 21 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 32,891

One-way from

₹ 16,834

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 57,754
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 30/4-7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 40m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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27/4
  • 27/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 00m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (₹ 1,614,683 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (₹ 319,854 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 March 2025.

Wed 30/412:50SYD - MAA
1 stop14h 45mScoot
Wed 7/500:05MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 55mScoot
Deal found 21/3₹ 32,891
Sun 15/609:15SYD - MAA
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/608:15MAA - SYD
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3₹ 32,978
Mon 25/822:10SYD - MAA
1 stop29h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 14/923:55MAA - SYD
1 stop15h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/3₹ 49,553
Tue 29/410:10SYD - MAA
1 stop18h 35mCathay Pacific
Tue 6/501:30MAA - SYD
1 stop24h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/3₹ 53,610
Fri 26/916:10SYD - MAA
1 stop21h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 11/1015:55MAA - SYD
1 stop18h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 20/3₹ 53,696

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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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 21 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Chennai that are best for you.

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Sydney

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

12:50-23:05

1 stop14h 45m

Chennai

Wed 7/5

00:05-19:30

1 stop14h 55m

₹ 32,891

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/6

09:15-07:45

1 stop27h 00m

Chennai

Sat 21/6

08:15-07:50

1 stop19h 05m

₹ 32,978

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/8

22:10-22:50

1 stop29h 10m

Chennai

Sun 14/9

23:55-19:35

1 stop15h 10m

₹ 49,553

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/4

10:10-00:15

1 stop18h 35m

Chennai

Tue 6/5

01:30-06:10

1 stop24h 10m

₹ 53,610

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/8

10:20-14:55

2 stops33h 05m

Chennai

Sun 14/9

15:55-05:10

2 stops32h 45m

₹ 63,624

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

09:15-07:45

1 stop27h 00m

₹ 16,834

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 19/7

20:45-23:05

1 stop30h 50m

₹ 17,093

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/6

13:05-22:50

1 stop14h 15m

₹ 33,237

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/6

10:20-06:30

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 42,387

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/7

11:30-00:15

2 stops41h 15m

₹ 43,510

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/3

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Chennai

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 14 March 2025.

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 69 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 21 March 2025.

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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Chennai flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings 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 21 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways and Malaysia 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
832 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
832 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
832 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
832 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
832 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
470 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
832 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information

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, Scoot (₹ 32,891), Malaysia Airlines (₹ 49,553), and Cathay Pacific (₹ 53,610) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chennai. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    ₹ 17,093 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Scoot. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Malaysia Airlines and IndiGo, with prices starting from ₹ 33,237 and ₹ 42,387, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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₹ 34,527Average₹ 49,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 46,994Average₹ 53,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 56,780Average₹ 75,819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 62,545Average₹ 72,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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