Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Melbourne is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from MAA to Melbourne. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from MAA to Melbourne. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You'll need an e-visa for Australia if you have a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Chennai Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Chennai, MAA can be reached in about 47 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Melbourne
R 3,504 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,198. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MAA to Melbourne. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Chennai Airport to Melbourne across every month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 42 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MEL if you're taking a late flight from Chennai Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Chennai Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to stay within an easy drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Little River Bed and Breakfast after your flight from MAA to Melbourne.
Best time to go to Melbourne
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Chennai Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Melbourne, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Melbourne in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from MAA to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 13ºC.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Melbourne:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88 are major attractions which should feature on every Melbourne itinerary.
Complete your Melbourne trip with a car rental
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