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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chennai

JNB — MAA
Sep 7 — Sep 141
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Chennai are usually found in October or February, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 September 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R13 310
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 139 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 467 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Chennai, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Chennai (average of R703). Flying from Johannesburg to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R900). 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 JNB to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 56% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 2 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 316 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 316 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 316 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 615 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 316 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 242 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 316 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
851 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 316 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Chennai from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16,5 km from the centre of Chennai. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg to Chennai per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    Air Mauritius, at R9 645, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Chennai for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Chennai?

    Most of the time, Johannesburg to Chennai flights that have stopovers will stop in Dubai. Dubai is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg to Chennai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be visited by traveling about 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R236 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Chennai flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Chennai that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Addis Ababa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Chennai (average of R703). Flying from Johannesburg to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R900). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 2 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 645AverageR10 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 199AverageR13 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 467AverageR12 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 812AverageR14 095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 855AverageR14 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 265AverageR14 549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapestR13 478AverageR15 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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