Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MAA to SYD flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between MAA and SYD include:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Right now, ₹ 14,982 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 29,957. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MAA to SYD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights taking off from Chennai Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're landing on a late Chennai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:
Pick up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to central Sydney has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to SYD in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are key highlights.
