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Chennai.$592 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $592, select.

Chennai.$623 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $623, select.

Chennai.$623 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $623, select.

Chennai.$633 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $633, select.

Chennai.$658 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $658, select.

Chennai.$658 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $658, select.

Chennai.$658 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $658, select.

Chennai.$658 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Thu, 19 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia X and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $658, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai is $592. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $592.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai?

As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Chennai is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport on Wednesday, 29 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai with?

Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

Chennai is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your MEL to MAA flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MEL and MAA:
- Changi International Airport
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport
- Bandaranaike International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

$316 is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts from $592. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to MAA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from MEL to MAA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
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Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

If you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.

Explore more of India

Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.