How long is the flight from South Africa to Chennai?

Airlines like Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to Chennai in about 30h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7097 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 676. 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.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Chennai?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Chennai are Emirates, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to MAA?

When flying from South Africa to Chennai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.

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.

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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.

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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 R12 580). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 767). 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 53 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.

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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 Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to Chennai in about 30h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7097 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 676. 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R12 580). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 767). 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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