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Cheapest return flight
₹ 58,177
Typical prices: ₹ 61,947-₹ 106,281
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Sun 11/11Sun 2/12
SYD - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 33,802
Typical prices: ₹ 30,192-₹ 57,918
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Wed 14/11
SYD - MAA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 34% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Bengaluru Intl (BLR)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 75,939 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 16h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Chennai (SYD-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Chennai

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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13:25 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 58,177Scoot
3+ days ago
Fri, 29 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb
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13:25 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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08:05 - 06:30MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 55m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
₹ 58,177Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 21 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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19:10 - 08:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
19h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
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10:00 - 11:50MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 64,461Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 9 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
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15:50 - 08:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
22h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
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10:00 - 11:50MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 64,461Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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15:15 - 00:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
38h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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23:50 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 65,128Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 16 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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09:50 - 23:05SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
18h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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23:50 - 18:50MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
13h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 65,604Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 22 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
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13:25 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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03:00 - 06:35MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 65,699Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 21 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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20:05 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
32h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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09:50 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 50m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Singapore Changi
₹ 65,699Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 9 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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17:25 - 14:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
26h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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16:00 - 15:55MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 25m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 65,794SriLankan Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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13:25 - 22:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAA Chennai
14h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 66,651Scoot
17 hours ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Sydney to Chennai?

Return flights from Sydney to Chennai typically range from ₹ 61,947 to ₹ 106,281. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 58,177 on Scoot.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Chennai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Chennai. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chennai at ₹ 54,178 return.
•December (₹ 121,971) and January (₹ 86,742) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 125% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Chennai are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sydney to Chennai flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

₹ 33,802
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Chennai

When to book flights from Sydney to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Chennai?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Chennai:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Chennai takes 00m, covering 14,680 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Chennai range from ₹ 61,947 to ₹ 106,281, with an average of ₹ 81,770 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 61,947 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the ₹ 81,770 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 38,048, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Chennai?

    Flights from Sydney to Chennai usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Chennai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Sydney to Chennai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 76,173 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₹ 87,884, a difference of ₹ 11,712.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Chennai?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 05m, compared to 16h 11m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 16h 44m via Bengaluru Intl (BLR).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Chennai?

    Chennai is 5 hours behind Sydney (India Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Is Chennai Airport a hub for any airlines?

    Chennai Airport is a hub for several budget airlines, the most relevant of which for travellers from Sydney Airport (SYD) is IndiGo. It is also a focus city for Air India. This may be especially advantageous for Air India routes that fly direct from Sydney to New Delhi to then transfer to a domestic IndiGo flight to Chennai.

  • What are my public transport options to and from Chennai Airport?

    A free shuttle bus transports passengers between the airport and the metro line. Public buses also operate a service from the airport to Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus in the city centre. Another shuttle service is available between the airport and the railway.

  • Are there any special services for passengers with hidden disabilities at Sydney Airport?

    If you have a hidden disability and are flying out of Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Chennai, you can make yourself known to staff with a sunflower lanyard, available from the Airport Services Centre on Level 3 of International Terminal T1. This will entitle you to use of the special assistance lanes when going through security and passport control.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ₹ 76,173, which is about ₹ 11,712 less than Thursday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Chennai trip for February. Fares historically average ₹ 54,178 return in that month – typically ₹ 67,794 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Southern Comfort
    • Ridhan Regency
  • When arriving in Chennai, although there is a metro station named ‘Chennai Airport’, be aware that there is actually no direct rail link between Chennai Airport (MAA) and the metro system. A free airport shuttle bus, available from designated stops at each terminal, regularly transports passengers between the airport and the metro station. From the metro station, you can then make your way to your final destination in the city.
  • The app Ola, which is similar in concept to Uber, enables users to access special cabs. Kiosks at Chennai International Airport allow travellers to use this service without having to download the app.
  • If you want to hire a car for your stay in Chennai, it is more expensive to hire from the airport. A more economical option is to book online prior to departure. Most car hire companies have a meet-and-greet service, which can meet you at the airport and arrange for you to pick up your car.

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