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Cheap flights from Chennai to Melbourne from ₹ 16,507

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MEL
25 Mar — 1 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: 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 (ME1). 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 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 35,607

One-way from

₹ 16,507

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

₹ 72,596
6/6-14/6
  • 6/6-14/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 10m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 23/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 40m total
  • Chennai to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (₹ 865,073 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 210,220 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 20 March 2025.

Fri 6/600:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/621:45MEL - MAA
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3₹ 35,607
Sat 10/508:15MAA - AVV
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/520:55AVV - MAA
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3₹ 43,471
Mon 31/300:05MAA - MEL
1 stop15h 40mScoot
Tue 8/421:30MEL - MAA
1 stop30h 05mScoot
Deal found 19/3₹ 50,472
Tue 29/423:50MAA - MEL
1 stop25h 10mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Fri 6/612:30MEL - MAA
1 stop19h 20mRoyal Brunei Airlines
Deal found 20/3₹ 57,127
Sun 18/511:50MAA - MEL
2 stops21h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 27/520:30MEL - MAA
2 stops38h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/3₹ 69,140
Sat 17/501:30MAA - MEL
1 stop16h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 27/506:00MEL - MAA
2 stops22h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/3₹ 77,004
Thu 23/1023:15MAA - MEL
1 stop24h 35mSingapore Airlines
Mon 10/1100:35MEL - MAA
1 stop27h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/3₹ 196,615
Sun 18/505:35MAA - MEL
3 stops46h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 27/515:55MEL - MAA
2 stops40h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/3₹ 211,653

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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 20 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Chennai

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Melbourne

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Depart

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Price

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 6/6

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 14/6

21:45-07:45

1 stop14h 30m

₹ 35,607

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Sat 10/5

08:15-14:10

2 stops25h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 29/5

20:55-23:05

2 stops30h 40m

₹ 43,471

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

₹ 50,472

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Tue 29/4

23:50-05:30

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

12:30-03:20

1 stop19h 20m

₹ 57,127

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 18/5

11:50-13:35

2 stops21h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

20:30-06:05

2 stops38h 05m

₹ 69,140

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sat 17/5

01:30-22:15

1 stop16h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

06:00-00:15

2 stops22h 45m

₹ 77,004

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Sun 18/5

05:35-08:35

3 stops46h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 27/5

15:55-03:30

2 stops40h 05m

₹ 211,653

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 23/5

00:05-20:15

1 stop15h 40m

₹ 16,507

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - MEL

MAAMEL

Chennai

Fri 2/5

04:35-20:20

2 stops35h 15m

₹ 17,976

ChennaiMelbourne

MAA - AVV

MAAAVV

Chennai

Tue 27/5

08:15-22:50

2 stops34h 05m

₹ 18,149

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to Melbourne 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?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of ₹ 758). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne 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 20 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to Melbourne 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?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Chennai to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chennai to Melbourne 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 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 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, 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 20 March 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,194 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chennai to Melbourne is Scoot. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as ₹ 50,472 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Royal Brunei Airlines and Qantas Airways, starting at ₹ 57,127 and ₹ 69,140 round-trip. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Scoot, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 16,507. However, be on the lookout for offers from IndiGo and Malaysia Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chennai to Melbourne for a low price.

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

    Chennai to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Singapore most often.

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

    Sentosa, The Star Performing Arts Centre, and Sri Mariamman Temple are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, The Star Performing Arts Centre, or Sri Mariamman Temple can do so by traveling 21.6 km, 23.1 km, and 18.0 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Those landing in Singapore looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can rent a car for about ₹ 7,466 per day.

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

    Chennai to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Kuala Lumpur least often.

  • 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?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Melbourne (average of ₹ 758). Flying from Chennai to Melbourne 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Chennai to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 20 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest₹ 34,562Average₹ 57,769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest₹ 36,285Average₹ 48,863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest₹ 45,314Average₹ 56,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 49,988Average₹ 65,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 50,824Average₹ 59,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 55,418Average₹ 82,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest₹ 68,910Average₹ 76,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 71,438Average₹ 86,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 78,561Average₹ 83,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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