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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from R17 608

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — MAA
Apr 3 — Apr 101
1 adult
Wed 3/4
Wed 10/4

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Chennai?

To save on the cost of your flight from South Africa to Chennai, book at least 22 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 12% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R13 249 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R14 841.

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

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chennai from South Africa. Prices for October average R13 971 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R11 771. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a October flight can save you 12% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Chennai (ZA - 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.

South Africa to Chennai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Chennai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 696 021 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Thu 14/1110:40CPT - MAA
2 stops18h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 18/1123:15MAA - CPT
2 stops37h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/3R17 608
Thu 14/1110:40CPT - MAA
2 stops18h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 18/1123:15MAA - CPT
2 stops37h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/3R17 627
Thu 14/1113:50CPT - MAA
2 stops37h 55mAir India
Sun 17/112:30MAA - CPT
1 stop14h 45mAir India
Deal found 28/3R17 874
Thu 14/1115:20CPT - MAA
2 stops36h 25mAir India
Sun 17/112:30MAA - CPT
1 stop14h 45mAir India
Deal found 27/3R17 893
Thu 14/1112:35CPT - MAA
1 stop17h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 17/113:45MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R18 935
Thu 14/1112:35CPT - MAA
1 stop17h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 17/113:45MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R18 973
Thu 14/1112:35CPT - MAA
1 stop17h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 18/1120:45MAA - CPT
2 stops21h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R22 157
Thu 14/116:50CPT - MAA
2 stops23h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 18/1120:45MAA - CPT
1 stop23h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R22 195
Thu 14/119:20CPT - MAA
2 stops20h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 17/113:45MAA - CPT
2 stops19h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R25 380

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  • 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.

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

  • What does JNB to MAA mean?

    JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, while MAA stands for Chennai Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Chennai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Chennai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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 see available direct flights.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Chennai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Chennai flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Chennai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Chennai?

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Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Chennai that offer flexible cancellation policies?

Cancellation policies vary by airline and fare type. After entering your flight details, you can view the cancellation policies for each deal in the search results. Some deals may offer flexibility in terms of cancellation and changes.

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