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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from R9 980

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAA
Dec 12 — Dec 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 12 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 976

One-way from

R9 980

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R12 690
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/11-11/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 05m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 655 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 648 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 November 2025.

Wed 26/1114:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/1210:10MAA - CPT
1 stop31h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/11R13 976
Wed 26/1113:40CPT - MAA
1 stop33h 05mEmirates
Thu 11/123:50MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 25mEmirates
Deal found 11/11R18 880
Sun 7/1218:55CPT - MAA
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/125:25MAA - CPT
3 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11R19 343
Sun 7/1218:30CPT - MAA
1 stop28h 15mEmirates
Tue 16/123:50MAA - CPT
1 stop35h 20mEmirates
Deal found 9/11R20 715
Wed 26/1118:30CPT - MAA
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/123:50MAA - CPT
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R20 835

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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 12 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Chennai that are best for you.

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Chennai

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

13:40-2:15

1 stop33h 05m

Chennai

Thu 11/12

3:50-16:45

1 stop16h 25m

R18 880

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

13:50-4:10

3 stops34h 50m

Chennai

Wed 17/12

5:25-8:15

3 stops30h 20m

R19 412

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

18:30-2:15

1 stop28h 15m

Chennai

Tue 16/12

3:50-11:40

1 stop35h 20m

R20 715

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

18:30-2:15

1 stop28h 15m

Chennai

Thu 11/12

3:50-22:45

2 stops22h 25m

R20 835

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

14:35-8:10

1 stop14h 05m

Chennai

Thu 11/12

10:10-13:45

1 stop31h 05m

R21 229

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

14:35-8:10

1 stop14h 05m

R9 980

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

17:15-12:10

2 stops39h 25m

R11 866

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

12:35-2:20

1 stop34h 15m

R16 565

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Deals found on 10/11

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R9 534). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 952). 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 ZA to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 12 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Chennai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Chennai?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 12 November 2025.
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
3 407 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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
3 407 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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
3 660 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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
1 289 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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
894 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

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 Emirates fly from South Africa to Chennai in about 33h 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 Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R9 980. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Qatar 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R9 534). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 952). 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 12 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 394AverageR9 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 869AverageR12 302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 172AverageR12 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 447AverageR14 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 514AverageR14 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 920AverageR13 523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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