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Flight deals from Sydney to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.R 3,449 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,449, select.
Chennai.R 3,449 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,449, select.
Chennai.R 3,449 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,449, select.
Chennai.R 3,473 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 May.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,473, select.
Chennai.R 3,473 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,473, select.
Chennai.R 3,473 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,473, select.
Chennai.R 3,473 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Apr.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,473, select.
Chennai.R 3,821 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,821, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in July.
Apr
from R 3,473
May
from R 3,473
Jun
from R 3,844
Jul
from R 3,449
Aug
from R 3,449
Sep
from R 3,449
Oct
from R 3,473
Nov
from R 3,473
Dec
from R 7,251
Jan
from R 3,883
Feb
from R 3,821
Mar
from R 3,821

Sydney to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Sydney to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,449
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Chennai is R 6,455. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 6,455.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chennai is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Chennai Airport on Monday, 5 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Chennai is five hours 30 minutes behind Sydney and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Your SYD to MAA flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SYD and MAA include:

    • Changi International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chennai Airport flight is R 3,449. A round-trip ticket is currently R 6,455. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chennai Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from SYD to MAA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • 69.62% of flights taking off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MAA:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to MAA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

  • You've done Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key reasons to visit.

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