Cheap Flights from Chennai (MAA) to Melbourne (MEL)

Compare Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine

Book the best Melbourne Tullamarine fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine

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

Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

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

Chennai to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$516
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine is $513. 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 Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine. But we found flights with one or more stops from $516.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Wednesday, 12 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Melbourne Tullamarine 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 Melbourne Tullamarine 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 Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Tullamarine.

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)

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.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.