What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Sydney to Chennai?

Colombo (CMB) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $515.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Sydney to Chennai?

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 23m.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Sydney to Chennai?

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Sydney to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest layover option from Sydney to Chennai?

Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 15h 25m.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Chennai round-trip?

Currently priced at $538, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Sydney to Chennai and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Malaysia Airlines for as low as $571. Singapore Airlines is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Chennai?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Chennai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sydney to Chennai?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Chennai?

Find a great deal and save up to 24% by booking at least 60 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Sydney to Chennai within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $686.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chennai?

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Sydney. Users have commonly found prices around $738 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $360. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Chennai?

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Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Chennai?

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chennai are usually found in August or February, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of $936). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to MAA?

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

278 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Chennai round-trip?
Currently priced at $538, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Sydney to Chennai and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Malaysia Airlines for as low as $571. Singapore Airlines is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Chennai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Chennai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Chennai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Chennai?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chennai (average of $936). Flying from Sydney to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$538	Average$1,135	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$571	Average$1,126	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Chennai?

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What’s the top layover airport for flights from Sydney to Chennai?

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Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Sydney to Chennai?

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