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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from R6 947

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAA
May 25 — Jun 11
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 April 2026.

Fri 22/518:25
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop28h 35m
Emirates
Tue 26/54:05
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop34h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 22/4R16 828

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 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 828

One-way from

R6 947

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 517
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 22/5-26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 30m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 40m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 334 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 730 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 25 April 2026.
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Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

13:15-2:30

1 stop33h 45m

Chennai

Tue 26/5

4:05-16:40

1 stop16h 05m

R17 574

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

10:40-1:05

3 stops34h 55m

Chennai

Tue 26/5

23:15-9:25

2 stops37h 40m

R26 560

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

15:10-22:50

3 stops28h 10m

Chennai

Tue 26/5

23:55-13:10

2 stops40h 45m

R32 561
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

19:30-2:40

1 stop27h 40m

R6 947

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

19:30-8:50

2 stops33h 50m

R12 948

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

10:40-1:05

3 stops34h 55m

R18 751

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Deals found on 22/4

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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

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 89 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Chennai?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R6 814). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 075). 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 April 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
3 563 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 563 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
7,3
Good
1 433 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
1 003 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 563 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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 45m. 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 863. 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of R6 814). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 075). 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 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 25 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 352AverageR9 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 440AverageR11 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 800AverageR12 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 844AverageR12 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 092AverageR14 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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