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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from R7 522

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAA
Apr 10 — Apr 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Chennai

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Mon 13/413:00
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 19/43:55
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/3R11 544
Tue 21/413:00
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/43:55
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop35h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/3R12 668
Sun 22/318:55
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop28h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/33:40
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R12 961
Tue 21/413:00
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/46:45
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3R13 498
Thu 23/413:50
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop31h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 26/42:45
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/3R15 647
Mon 13/419:30
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/418:00
MAA
-
CPT
3 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3R15 957
Mon 16/313:40
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop27h 00m
Emirates
Thu 19/33:50
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 6/3R16 429
Sun 22/318:25
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/33:50
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3R16 575
Tue 21/410:40
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops19h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 28/410:30
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/3R16 641

Find flight deals from South Africa to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 544

One-way from

R7 522

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 603
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/4-19/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 15m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 05m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 955 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 713 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

13:00-2:40

1 stop34h 10m

Chennai

Sun 19/4

3:55-11:30

1 stop35h 05m

R11 544

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

13:00-2:40

1 stop34h 10m

Chennai

Mon 27/4

3:55-11:30

1 stop35h 05m

R12 668

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

18:55-2:35

1 stop28h 10m

Chennai

Wed 25/3

3:40-17:30

1 stop17h 20m

R12 961

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

13:50-1:10

1 stop31h 50m

Chennai

Sun 26/4

2:45-14:35

1 stop15h 20m

R15 647
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

18:25-20:10

2 stops22h 15m

Chennai

Wed 25/3

3:50-16:45

1 stop16h 25m

R16 575

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

10:40-9:20

2 stops19h 10m

Chennai

Tue 28/4

10:30-9:25

2 stops26h 25m

R16 641

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

13:00-2:40

1 stop34h 10m

Chennai

Sun 26/4

3:55-11:30

1 stop35h 05m

R17 178

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

13:15-11:45

2 stops19h 00m

Chennai

Tue 28/4

21:25-16:40

3 stops22h 45m

R17 194

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

13:15-20:30

1 stop27h 45m

Chennai

Mon 27/4

9:50-19:55

2 stops37h 35m

R17 536

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

13:15-23:05

3 stops30h 20m

Chennai

Mon 20/4

9:35-16:40

3 stops34h 35m

R18 334

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 6/3

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Chennai

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R8 776). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 300). 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.

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 11 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
3 742 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
1 425 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
970 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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 South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Chennai. It is only a 16,5 km journey from Chennai (MAA) to Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Chennai?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to Chennai in about 31h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8332 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 628. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Chennai for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Chennai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R8 776). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 300). 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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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 11 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 077AverageR9 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 273AverageR11 568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 614AverageR12 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 723AverageR12 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 884AverageR14 223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 268AverageR13 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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