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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chennai from R6 466

JNB — MAA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Chennai

Tue 27/1013:45 -
1 stop33h 15m
Tue 3/1110:05 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 26/10R11 685
Mon 30/1114:30 -
1 stop14h 10m
Tue 26/110:05 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 28/10R11 851
Mon 16/1113:45 -
1 stop33h 15m
Sun 22/112:10 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 26/10R11 934
Thu 5/1120:20 -
1 stop26h 40m
Thu 12/1110:05 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 26/10R11 951
Fri 27/118:20 -
1 stop13h 20m
Tue 26/110:05 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 26/10R12 001
Wed 11/1120:20 -
1 stop26h 40m
Tue 17/114:05 -
1 stop14h 40m
Deal found 27/10R12 400
Thu 26/1120:20 -
1 stop26h 25m
Mon 25/13:15 -
1 stop15h 50m
Deal found 26/10R12 433
Thu 3/129:50 -
1 stop18h 45m
Mon 18/19:55 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 26/10R12 466
Fri 27/1110:10 -
1 stop18h 35m
Tue 26/19:50 -
1 stop34h 20m
Deal found 26/10R12 633
Wed 11/119:50 -
2 stops35h 00m
Wed 18/115:30 -
2 stops30h 25m
Deal found 27/10R12 898
Tue 8/129:50 -
1 stop13h 15m
Sun 17/13:55 -
1 stop32h 00m
Deal found 27/10R12 915
Sat 28/119:50 -
1 stop18h 45m
Sat 5/129:55 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 28/10R13 131

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Chennai

Round-trip from

R11 851

One-way from

R6 466

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 583
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 30/11-26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Chennai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R4 776 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 654 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

20:20-2:15

1 stop26h 25m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 466

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

13:45-2:30

1 stop33h 15m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 865

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

17:00-7:00

2 stops34h 30m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 696
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

9:50-2:35

1 stop13h 15m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 294

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

9:50-2:35

1 stop13h 15m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 627

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

9:00-11:55

2 stops47h 25m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 760

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

11:00-20:00

2 stops29h 30m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 674

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

13:50-11:55

2 stops42h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 740

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

18:50-8:15

1 stop33h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 857

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

JNBMAA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

13:45-2:15

1 stop33h 00m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 040

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Chennai

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

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 R11 851). Flying from Johannesburg to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 076). 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 Johannesburg to Chennai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Chennai flights typically cost between R12 234 and R14 178 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R11 851 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 30–Jan 26).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Chennai, you should look to book at least 80 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

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
3 686 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
3 686 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 686 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
7,3
Good
3 712 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 686 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
1 549 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 686 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

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
7,1
Good
1 043 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 686 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

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.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Chennai in 13h 20m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7097 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Air Mauritius, at R9 884, 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 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 738. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Chennai for a low price.

  • 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 Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or Burj Khalifa. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Burj Khalifa can be visited by traveling about 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 11,0 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R342 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 Abu Dhabi.

  • 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 R11 851). Flying from Johannesburg to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 076). 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 5 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chennai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 884AverageR11 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 888AverageR13 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 048AverageR11 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 641AverageR14 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 161AverageR13 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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