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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from R8 546

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 27/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAA
Sep 14 — Sep 211
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 15 August 2026.

Sat 26/913:15 -
1 stop34h 05m
Sat 3/106:45 -
2 stops34h 55m
Deal found 12/8R14 891
Sat 26/913:15 -
1 stop34h 05m
Sat 3/104:20 -
3 stops35h 50m
Deal found 12/8R15 296
Sun 16/813:15 -
1 stop34h 05m
Wed 19/84:05 -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 11/8R16 267
Thu 10/1218:30 -
1 stop22h 10m
Wed 16/123:50 -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 12/8R17 206
Sat 15/89:00 -
2 stops38h 35m
Wed 19/84:05 -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 11/8R17 837
Thu 10/1218:10 -
2 stops22h 30m
Thu 17/1221:45 -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 12/8R19 860
Sat 15/816:35 -
2 stops40h 00m
Wed 19/822:30 -
2 stops40h 50m
Deal found 11/8R20 136

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 15 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 891

One-way from

R8 546

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 098
26/9-3/10
  • 26/9-3/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 00m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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27/8
  • 27/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 40m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 057 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 647 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 15 August 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/9

13:15-2:50

1 stop34h 05m

Chennai

Sat 3/10

6:45-14:10

2 stops34h 55m

R14 891
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/12

18:30-20:10

1 stop22h 10m

Chennai

Wed 16/12

3:50-18:00

1 stop17h 40m

R17 206

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/2

13:40-20:10

1 stop27h 00m

Chennai

Sat 6/2

3:50-16:45

1 stop16h 25m

R17 206

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/2

18:30-2:15

1 stop28h 15m

Chennai

Fri 12/2

21:45-18:00

1 stop23h 45m

R17 238

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/2

10:40-1:00

3 stops34h 50m

Chennai

Sun 7/2

6:15-9:25

3 stops54h 40m

R17 756

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/2

10:40-1:00

3 stops34h 50m

Chennai

Fri 12/2

6:15-9:25

3 stops54h 40m

R17 772
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/8

13:15-13:45

2 stops21h 00m

R8 854

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/8

13:15-3:05

1 stop34h 20m

R9 064

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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 605). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 519). 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 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 15 August 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
3 655 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 505 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 027 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

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 Emirates fly from South Africa to Chennai in about 22h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 55m. 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 618. 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 605). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 519). 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 South Africa to Chennai

Discover the top 5 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 15 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 625AverageR11 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 150AverageR12 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 544AverageR14 768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 610AverageR12 021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 848AverageR14 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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