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R7 170+ Cheap flights to Chennai

— MAA
Dec 10 — Dec 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Chennai in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Chennai

Mon 23/118:20 -
3 stops22h 40m
Tue 8/1220:45 -
3 stops26h 55m
Deal found 9/11R11 971
Thu 12/1113:45 -
1 stop33h 15m
Thu 19/1110:05 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 7/11R12 136
Fri 13/1113:45 -
1 stop33h 00m
Thu 19/114:05 -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 7/11R12 465
Sun 15/1113:45 -
1 stop33h 15m
Sat 21/114:05 -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 5/11R12 481
Fri 20/1120:20 -
1 stop26h 40m
Thu 26/114:05 -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 10/11R12 514
Fri 20/118:20 -
2 stops28h 45m
Fri 27/1123:15 -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 10/11R12 580
Wed 2/1218:50 -
1 stop21h 50m
Fri 15/121:45 -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 5/11R12 678
Thu 3/1210:10 -
1 stop30h 30m
Mon 28/1221:45 -
1 stop35h 20m
Deal found 8/11R13 188
Mon 7/1218:50 -
1 stop21h 50m
Thu 21/19:50 -
1 stop34h 20m
Deal found 5/11R13 320
Wed 2/1213:25 -
1 stop33h 25m
Wed 30/129:50 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 5/11R13 353

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R11 971

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R7 170

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 859
23/11-8/12
  • 23/11-8/12
  • 6 total stops
  • 49h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Chennai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R135 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

6:55-2:15

3 stops39h 50m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 064
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

14:15-8:40

2 stops14h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 343

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

10:10-20:10

1 stop30h 30m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 198

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

13:45-2:30

1 stop33h 15m

Chennai

Fri 4/12

2:10-13:30

1 stop14h 50m

R12 580

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

8:20-16:35

2 stops28h 45m

Chennai

Fri 27/11

23:15-20:10

2 stops24h 25m

R12 580

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

7:40-2:20

2 stops39h 10m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 859

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

18:50-12:15

2 stops37h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 925

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/1

1:35-7:00

2 stops25h 55m

Chennai

Wed 17/2

13:45-10:55

2 stops24h 40m

R13 007

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

10:10-20:10

1 stop30h 30m

Chennai

Mon 28/12

21:45-5:35

1 stop35h 20m

R13 188

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

7:30-2:15

2 stops39h 15m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 270

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Best time to book a flight to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chennai

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chennai?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chennai are Emirates, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Emirates
Emirates
From R12 035
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R10 490
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R9 417
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R10 625

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chennai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chennai are Air Mauritius, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

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 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Chennai?

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to India have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 706 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 555 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 046 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

FAQs about flying to Chennai

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai?

    For a flight to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 16,5 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chennai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chennai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chennai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chennai.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai?

    Chennai is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai. One-way flights to Chennai typically cost R979, while return flights cost around R2 668.

  • Does Chennai have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chennai can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chennai?

    Yes. Chennai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Laurent & Benon Premium Service Apartment - Gst Road is the closest property to Chennai (0,0 km away from Chennai).

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