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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai from $283

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAA
10 Jun — 17 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai are usually found in February or August, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday 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 5 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$645

One-way from

$283

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,211
22/7-11/8
  • 22/7-11/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
25/7
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 00m total
  • Sydney to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($466 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($92 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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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 5 June 2025.

Tue 22/721:15SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/800:05MAA - SYD
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$645
Sat 19/720:45SYD - MAA
1 stop30h 50mScoot
Fri 25/700:05MAA - SYD
1 stop31h 00mScoot
Deal found 4/6$728
Sun 17/819:30SYD - MAA
1 stop21h 45mAir India
Sat 23/803:00MAA - SYD
1 stop34h 30mAir India
Deal found 5/6$899
Mon 25/811:00SYD - MAA
1 stop26h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sun 14/923:15MAA - SYD
1 stop26h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/6$939
Tue 24/616:10SYD - MAA
1 stop27h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 14/809:55MAA - SYD
1 stop24h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,000
Mon 25/810:00SYD - MAA
1 stop18h 31mThai Airways
Sat 13/901:10MAA - SYD
1 stop14h 50mThai Airways
Deal found 4/6$1,137
Mon 21/711:30SYD - MAA
2 stops41h 15mCathay Pacific
Tue 29/701:30MAA - SYD
2 stops39h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/6$1,199

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SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/7

21:15-07:45

1 stop15h 00m

Chennai

Mon 11/8

00:05-07:20

2 stops26h 45m

$645

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 19/7

20:45-23:05

1 stop30h 50m

Chennai

Fri 25/7

00:05-11:35

1 stop31h 00m

$728

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/8

19:30-12:45

1 stop21h 45m

Chennai

Sat 23/8

03:00-18:00

1 stop34h 30m

$899

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/8

11:00-09:20

1 stop26h 50m

Chennai

Sun 14/9

23:15-05:55

1 stop26h 10m

$939

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/6

16:10-14:55

1 stop27h 15m

Chennai

Thu 14/8

09:55-14:55

1 stop24h 30m

$1,000

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/8

10:00-00:01

1 stop18h 31m

Chennai

Sat 13/9

01:10-20:30

1 stop14h 50m

$1,137

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/7

11:30-00:15

2 stops41h 15m

Chennai

Tue 29/7

01:30-21:25

2 stops39h 25m

$1,199

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 25/7

21:15-07:45

1 stop15h 00m

$283

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/7

12:50-23:05

1 stop14h 45m

$292

SydneyChennai

SYD - MAA

SYDMAA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/7

06:00-06:30

2 stops29h 00m

$719

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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 23 May 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 59 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 $580). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,120). 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 5 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Chennai at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 5 June 2025.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

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

    Flying on Scoot is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $728. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air India and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $899 and $939, respectively. Scoot is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $292 on Scoot. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include IndiGo from $719 and Garuda Indonesia from $1,836 one-way.

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

  • 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, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $129 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Kuala Lumpur travellers tend to visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia more than any other notable places. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia can be accessed by travelling approximately 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Kuala Lumpur Intl for an average daily rate of $68 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Bangkok?

    Bangkok travellers tend to visit Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center, and Patpong Night Market more than any other attractions. Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center, and Patpong Night Market are located about 23.8 km, 21.1 km, and 24.0 km, respectively from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. Travellers can book a car hire at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi for about $30 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

  • 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 $580). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,120). 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$550Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air IndiaCheapest$753Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$790Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$806Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$858Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$914Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$920Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$971Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,078Average$1,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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