Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Leave plenty of time to make your MAA to MEL flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAA and MEL include:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
$236 is the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Return flights start at $513. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAA to MEL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAA to MEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of the departures from Chennai Airport, 76.04% land on time at their destination.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes about 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to central Melbourne has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is April, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Melbourne based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to MEL in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.