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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai

JNB — MAA
Aug 31 — Sep 71
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 26 August 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R13 471
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 934 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 729 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai (average of R703). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo 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 26 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Chennai?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 26 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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
3 318 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 608 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 235 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
843 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Chennai has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 7 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 16,5 km from Chennai’s city centre.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai round-trip from R9 610. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from R11 158, and Qatar Airways, from R11 424. Air Mauritius is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai that have stopovers, most of them stop in Dubai. Doha sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai flights.

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

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall more than anywhere else. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall can do so by traveling 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of R179 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai is Addis Ababa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai (average of R703). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 26 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 610AverageR9 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 158AverageR12 898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 425AverageR12 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 768AverageR14 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 806AverageR14 671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapestR13 121AverageR14 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 216AverageR14 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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