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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne Airport from ₹ 25,410

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 26/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
9 Mar — 16 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Chennai to Melbourne are usually found in August or May, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 4 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 39,032

One-way from

₹ 25,410

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 70,467
4/4-25/4
  • 4/4-25/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 00m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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26/6
  • 26/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 50m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 220,173 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 March 2025.

Fri 4/400:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 25/407:00MEL - MAA
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3₹ 39,032
Mon 31/300:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mScoot
Tue 8/421:30MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 05mScoot
Deal found 4/3₹ 44,795
Thu 20/323:50MAA - MEL
1 stop23h 40mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Thu 27/313:30MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 50mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 4/3₹ 52,829
Wed 12/311:45MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 22/300:30MEL - MAA
1 stop15h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/3₹ 56,234
Fri 16/511:55MAA - MEL
2 stops21h 55mQantas Airways
Wed 28/506:00MEL - MAA
2 stops30h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/3₹ 69,332
Sat 13/919:50MAA - MEL
1 stop17h 10mAir India
Wed 24/919:00MEL - MAA
1 stop20h 40mAir India
Deal found 3/3₹ 73,000
Thu 15/501:30MAA - MEL
1 stop23h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 28/523:45MEL - MAA
1 stop29h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/3₹ 74,833
Tue 20/501:10MAA - MEL
1 stop14h 20mThai Airways
Thu 29/513:30MEL - MAA
1 stop15h 01mThai Airways
Deal found 3/3₹ 78,326
Mon 15/909:55MAA - MEL
2 stops15h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 22/916:10MEL - MAA
1 stop21h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 3/3₹ 84,351
Tue 11/303:45MAA - MEL
2 stops35h 20mEmirates
Mon 24/303:25MEL - MAA
2 stops22h 15mEmirates
Deal found 4/3₹ 123,645
Sun 14/910:30MAA - MEL
1 stop13h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 23/918:25MEL - MAA
1 stop19h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/3₹ 197,780
Wed 21/505:35MAA - MEL
3 stops46h 30mBritish Airways
Thu 29/515:55MEL - MAA
2 stops40h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/3₹ 210,354

Find flights from Chennai to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Melbourne 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 4 March 2025.

Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 4/4

00:05-21:15

1 stop15h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 25/4

07:00-13:50

3 stops35h 20m

₹ 39,032

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Mon 31/3

00:05-21:15

1 stop15h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 8/4

21:30-23:05

1 stop30h 05m

₹ 44,795

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 20/3

23:50-05:00

1 stop23h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 27/3

13:30-22:50

1 stop14h 50m

₹ 52,829

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 20/3

11:45-09:25

1 stop16h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 26/3

00:30-10:45

1 stop15h 45m

₹ 68,284

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 16/5

11:55-14:20

2 stops21h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 28/5

06:00-08:20

2 stops30h 50m

₹ 69,332

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 15/5

01:30-05:55

1 stop23h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 28/5

23:45-00:15

1 stop29h 00m

₹ 74,833

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 20/5

01:10-20:00

1 stop14h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

13:30-00:01

1 stop15h 01m

₹ 78,326

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 21/5

05:35-08:35

3 stops46h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

15:55-03:30

2 stops40h 05m

₹ 210,354

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Thu 26/6

09:55-20:15

2 stops29h 50m

₹ 25,410

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Wed 23/7

00:05-11:45

1 stop31h 10m

₹ 27,855

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Chennai to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 Chennai to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport (average of ₹ 758). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,140). 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 MAA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to Melbourne Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 4 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Garuda Indonesia and Thai Airways from Chennai to Melbourne to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,232 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Jennifer,Sept 2023

DXB - MEL

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,232 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,232 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Jennifer,Sept 2023

DXB - MEL

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
75 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,232 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Jennifer,Sept 2023

DXB - MEL

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,232 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Jennifer,Sept 2023

DXB - MEL

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
814 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,232 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Jennifer,Sept 2023

DXB - MEL

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
825 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,232 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Jennifer,Sept 2023

DXB - MEL

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Chennai to Melbourne?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Chennai; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Chennai airport to Melbourne. It is only a 16.5 km journey to Chennai (MAA) from Chennai’s city centre.

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

    Qantas Airways, at ₹ 69,332, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chennai to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Thai Airways.

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

    ₹ 27,855 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 Royal Brunei Airlines, with prices starting from ₹ 30,213 and ₹ 32,046, respectively.

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

    Chennai to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time.

  • 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, The Star Performing Arts Centre, and Sri Mariamman Temple. Sentosa, The Star Performing Arts Centre, and Sri Mariamman Temple are located about 21.6 km, 23.1 km, and 18.0 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those on a stopover in Singapore in need of a rental car can book one at Singapore Changi for about ₹ 7,286.

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

    Chennai to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Kuala Lumpur the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Melbourne 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 Chennai to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne Airport (average of ₹ 758). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,140). 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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AirAsiaCheapest₹ 34,920Average₹ 58,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest₹ 36,763Average₹ 48,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest₹ 45,784Average₹ 56,967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 50,506Average₹ 65,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 51,351Average₹ 60,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 55,992Average₹ 84,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest₹ 69,757Average₹ 77,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 71,115Average₹ 87,836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 79,376Average₹ 84,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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