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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from R12 669

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAA
Feb 24 — Mar 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 25 January 2026.

Thu 12/319:00
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop28h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/33:40
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/1R12 669
Thu 12/319:00
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/35:25
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R13 279
Fri 20/213:40
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop15h 05m
Emirates
Mon 23/23:50
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop35h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 23/1R16 362
Fri 20/217:15
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops39h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/20:15
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops39h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/1R18 947

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 25 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 669

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R11 738
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/3-15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 840 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 556 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

19:00-2:35

1 stop28h 05m

Chennai

Mon 16/3

5:25-13:00

2 stops35h 05m

R13 279

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

13:40-8:15

1 stop15h 05m

Chennai

Tue 24/2

21:45-11:40

1 stop17h 25m

R16 410

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

17:15-12:20

2 stops39h 35m

Chennai

Mon 23/2

0:15-11:50

2 stops39h 05m

R18 947

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Deals found on 23/1

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Chennai

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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 655). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 144). 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 25 January 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
3 487 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 487 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 732 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,3
Good
1 376 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
951 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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 Emirates fly from South Africa to Chennai in about 15h 05m. 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 500. 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 655). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 144). 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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Air MauritiusCheapestR8 797AverageR9 503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 214AverageR11 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 472AverageR11 822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 697AverageR12 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 723AverageR13 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 098AverageR12 822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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