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Today’s best flight deals from Chennai to Sydney

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Chennai to Sydney

September 9 - September 16

Cheapest
Best

MAA - Sydney

$683

$433

Round trip

October 19 - October 28

MAA - Sydney

$554

$488

Round trip

November 4 - November 8

MAA - Sydney

$608

$488

Round trip

August 16 - August 24

MAA - Sydney

$601

$489

Round trip

November 2 - November 8

MAA - Sydney

$589

$489

Round trip

November 1 - November 8

MAA - Sydney

$597

$489

Round trip

August 12 - August 24

MAA - Sydney

$589

$489

Round trip

August 19 - August 24

MAA - Sydney

$627

$489

Round trip

July 27 - July 31

Earliest

MAA - Sydney

$647

$490

Round trip

August 17 - August 24

MAA - Sydney

$610

$490

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Chennai to Sydney

A typical journey from Chennai to Sydney takes about 31h 55m, including connections. This reflects the nature of long-haul travel on this route, where most itineraries involve at least one stopover. Given the considerable distance, planning for this travel duration is essential.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chennai to Sydney, fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $444–$966, with a median of $725. Currently, about 24% of recent fares are considered a good price, indicating some favorable opportunities.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Sydney? The data shows that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $206. Following closely, November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $235. September is another strong option, with a median fare of $299.
Given the absence of direct flights from Chennai to Sydney, most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, most itineraries connect at least twice. This means you should anticipate layovers as part of your travel plan from Chennai to Sydney.
The distance between Chennai and Sydney is approximately 9128 km, classifying this as a long-haul international journey. This significant distance contributes to the extended typical journey times and the necessity for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Chennai to Sydney

Regular price: $591 - $934

Prices for flights from Chennai to Sydney are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Chennai to Sydney typically range from $591 to $934. The current lowest deal is $433 with Scoot, for travel from Sep 9-Sep 16.

now $433

Low $591

High $934

The cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Sydney is December, with a median price of $206. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $972. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $206

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $972

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Direct flights from Chennai to Sydney

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Last-minute flights going from Chennai to Sydney

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Sydney

Scoot

Chennai (MAA) - Sydney (SYD)

Scoot

$647

$490

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Sydney

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Chennai (MAA) - Sydney (SYD)

Scoot

$583

$514

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Sydney

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Chennai (MAA) - Sydney (SYD)

Scoot

$589

$489

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Sydney

Scoot

Chennai (MAA) - Sydney (SYD)

Scoot

$606

$515

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Sydney

Scoot

Chennai (MAA) - Sydney (SYD)

Scoot

$601

$489

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Sydney

Scoot

Chennai (MAA) - Sydney (SYD)

Scoot

$610

$490

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chennai to Sydney

7 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 16

$683  →  $433

37%

1 night

Sep 23 - Sep 24

$709  →  $515

27%

4 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 15

$705  →  $514

27%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$707  →  $519

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Chennai to Sydney

Chennai - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Chennai to Sydney are below the typical level at $433.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $206.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 31h 55m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Chennai to Sydney is 31h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available for this route; all flights have 2 or more stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Scoot offers connecting flights

Scoot offers connecting flights on this route and has been featured in 56 deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Chennai to Sydney appear frequently, about 1 deal per day.

Chennai main airports to depart from

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International is a convenient departure airport for flights to Sydney, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~25 km from Chennai city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$433

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is the primary international gateway to Sydney, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$433

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Canberra Airport is a major hub with excellent road and rail connectivity to Sydney, despite requiring approximately 3 hours of ground travel.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$707

Newcastle (NTL)

Cheapest

Newcastle Airport is a significant regional option, easily accessible from Northern Sydney via the M1 motorway.

📍 ~135 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$674

Coffs Harbour (CFS)

Coffs Harbour Airport is a well-established regional airport, but it is a significant distance from Sydney.

📍 ~440 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$772

Port Macquarie (PQQ)

Port Macquarie Airport offers reliable regional connectivity, though it is a long travel distance from Sydney.

📍 ~340 km from Sydney (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$771

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you monitor fare changes.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. There isn't a single best time, as it can vary.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it may add to travel time, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation.