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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from R12 389

JNB — MAA
Oct 1 — Oct 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Chennai

Fri 16/1019:30 -
1 stop27h 50m
Fri 23/104:20 -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 31/8R12 389
Fri 16/1013:15 -
2 stops24h 45m
Fri 23/104:05 -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 31/8R14 453
Thu 19/1113:50 -
1 stop31h 50m
Sun 22/112:10 -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 30/8R16 760
Thu 19/1113:40 -
1 stop27h 00m
Mon 23/119:50 -
2 stops35h 10m
Deal found 30/8R18 051
Thu 19/1112:35 -
2 stops38h 35m
Mon 23/1115:00 -
2 stops47h 00m
Deal found 31/8R19 502

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Round-trip from

R16 760

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 856
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 19/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 20m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R6 551 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 046 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

13:50-1:10

1 stop31h 50m

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Sun 22/11

2:10-14:10

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R16 760

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CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

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13:40-20:10

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9:50-17:30

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CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

12:35-6:40

2 stops38h 35m

Chennai

Mon 23/11

15:00-10:30

2 stops47h 00m

R19 502

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Chennai

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R11 695). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 776). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Chennai?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Chennai, you should look to book at least 10 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

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
3 655 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
3 655 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
7,4
Good
3 722 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
1 529 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
7,2
Good
1 037 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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 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 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 . Airlines will cover a distance of 8332 km.

  • 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 598. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R11 695). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 776). 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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Alternative routes for South Africa to Chennai

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Top 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Chennai

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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 592AverageR11 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 596AverageR12 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 472AverageR15 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 574AverageR11 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 772AverageR14 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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