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Cheap flights from Durban to Chennai from R6 817

DUR — MAA
Nov 2 — Nov 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Durban to Chennai

Mon 16/1111:00 -
2 stops17h 40m
Sun 22/112:10 -
2 stops17h 40m
Deal found 2/10R11 817
Wed 25/1111:00 -
2 stops17h 40m
Thu 31/1210:10 -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 1/10R12 300
Fri 13/1112:25 -
2 stops34h 20m
Thu 19/114:05 -
2 stops34h 20m
Deal found 29/9R12 600
Fri 30/1012:25 -
2 stops34h 20m
Thu 5/114:05 -
2 stops34h 20m
Deal found 2/10R13 417
Fri 30/107:00 -
3 stops24h 05m
Fri 6/1121:50 -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 2/10R14 000
Fri 30/1019:05 -
1 stop27h 45m
Thu 5/113:55 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 2/10R14 584
Fri 13/1119:05 -
1 stop33h 40m
Fri 20/1121:45 -
1 stop22h 55m
Deal found 29/9R14 684
Wed 25/1119:05 -
1 stop27h 45m
Thu 31/1221:45 -
1 stop22h 55m
Deal found 1/10R16 550
Fri 13/1111:15 -
2 stops29h 25m
Fri 20/119:50 -
1 stop34h 50m
Deal found 29/9R16 617

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Round-trip from

R11 817

One-way from

R6 817

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R14 867
16/11-22/11
  • 16/11-22/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Durban to Chennai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/3-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 35m total
  • Durban to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 092 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 425 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/3

17:00-9:10

3 stops36h 40m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 367

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/11

12:25-2:30

2 stops34h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 383

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/11

18:40-8:05

2 stops33h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 767

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 16/11

11:00-8:10

2 stops17h 40m

Chennai

Sun 22/11

2:10-16:20

2 stops17h 40m

R11 817
Fastest return journey

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/11

19:05-2:20

1 stop27h 45m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 300

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/11

12:25-6:40

3 stops38h 45m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 367

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/11

15:45-15:50

3 stops44h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 633

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 30/10

19:05-2:20

1 stop27h 45m

Chennai

Thu 5/11

3:55-17:10

1 stop16h 45m

R14 584

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 25/11

11:00-8:10

2 stops17h 40m

Chennai

Thu 31/12

10:10-18:05

2 stops35h 25m

R15 200

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 25/11

19:05-2:20

1 stop27h 45m

Chennai

Thu 31/12

21:45-17:10

1 stop22h 55m

R16 550

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Chennai

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Chennai (average of R13 917). Flying from Durban to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 484). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Durban to Chennai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Durban to Chennai flights typically cost between R13 617 and R16 884 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R11 817 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 16–Nov 22).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Qatar Airways from Durban to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 666 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 666 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 666 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 666 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Chennai?

    For as low as R14 584, Emirates can have you in Chennai from Durban in 27h 45m. Durban and Chennai are separated by a distance of 7070 km.

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

    Currently priced at R11 448, Qatar Airways will fly you from Durban to Chennai and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Emirates for as low as R14 027. You may be able to fly from Durban to Chennai for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Chennai.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban 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 Durban to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Chennai (average of R13 917). Flying from Durban to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 484). 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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Fly from Durban to Chennai on these airlines

Emirates flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Chennai
Qatar Airways flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Chennai

Top 2 airlines flying from Durban to Chennai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 448AverageR12 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 075AverageR15 043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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