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Cheap flights from Chennai to Africa from ₹ 24,024

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 19/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — JNB
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 July 2026.

Tue 6/1010:15
MAA
-
CAI
1 stop9h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 13/1008:15
CAI
-
MAA
1 stop9h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/7₹ 41,539
Tue 22/904:05
MAA
-
CAI
1 stop11h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 27/908:15
CAI
-
MAA
1 stop9h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7₹ 42,209
Thu 26/1105:35
MAA
-
CAI
1 stop25h 05m
Gulf Air
Fri 4/1216:25
CAI
-
MAA
1 stop24h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 24/7₹ 44,028
Thu 26/1105:35
MAA
-
CAI
1 stop12h 45m
Gulf Air
Fri 4/1204:15
CAI
-
MAA
1 stop12h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/7₹ 44,889
Mon 21/902:30
MAA
-
CAI
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/919:45
CAI
-
MAA
1 stop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7₹ 47,186
Tue 6/1004:20
MAA
-
CAI
1 stop9h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 13/1014:05
CAI
-
MAA
1 stop10h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/7₹ 47,474
Tue 6/1004:05
MAA
-
CAI
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1004:30
CAI
-
MAA
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7₹ 48,048
Wed 7/1018:00
MAA
-
NBO
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/1016:45
NBO
-
MAA
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7₹ 50,058
Wed 9/916:00
MAA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/916:45
NBO
-
MAA
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7₹ 50,154
Fri 11/922:00
MAA
-
MRU
1 stop12h 00m
IndiGo
Fri 18/909:30
MRU
-
MAA
1 stop10h 25m
IndiGo
Deal found 28/7₹ 50,249
Fri 11/916:00
MAA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/916:45
NBO
-
MAA
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7₹ 50,249
Wed 9/922:00
MAA
-
MRU
1 stop12h 00m
IndiGo
Wed 16/909:30
MRU
-
MAA
1 stop11h 55m
IndiGo
Deal found 26/7₹ 50,345

Find flight deals from Chennai to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 41,539

One-way from

₹ 24,024

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 70,062

Good round-trip deal

₹ 53,742 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 36,642 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/10-13/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 00m total
  • Chennai to Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 50m total
  • Chennai to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₹ 500,739 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 147,524 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Africa 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 28 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Africa that are best for you.

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ChennaiCairo

MAA - CAI

MAACAI

Chennai

Tue 22/9

04:05-13:10

1 stop11h 35m

Cairo

Sun 27/9

08:15-20:10

1 stop9h 25m

₹ 42,209

ChennaiCairo

MAA - CAI

MAACAI

Chennai

Mon 21/9

02:30-20:40

2 stops20h 40m

Cairo

Sun 27/9

19:45-08:25

1 stop10h 10m

₹ 47,186

ChennaiCairo

MAA - CAI

MAACAI

Chennai

Tue 6/10

04:20-11:00

1 stop9h 10m

Cairo

Tue 13/10

14:05-02:40

1 stop10h 05m

₹ 47,474

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 7/10

18:00-10:30

1 stop19h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 11/10

16:45-14:50

1 stop19h 35m

₹ 50,058

ChennaiPort Louis

MAA - MRU

MAAMRU

Chennai

Mon 7/9

08:55-08:30

1 stop25h 05m

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Wed 9/9

09:30-11:45

1 stop24h 45m

₹ 50,632

ChennaiCairo

MAA - CAI

MAACAI

Chennai

Tue 6/10

05:05-00:35

2 stops22h 00m

Cairo

Tue 13/10

04:30-03:25

2 stops20h 25m

₹ 50,824

ChennaiCairo

MAA - CAI

MAACAI

Chennai

Mon 7/9

14:00-03:05

2 stops15h 35m

Cairo

Mon 14/9

06:55-00:45

2 stops15h 20m

₹ 51,589

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 2/9

12:25-10:30

1 stop24h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 10/9

16:45-22:35

1 stop27h 20m

₹ 51,876

ChennaiCairo

MAA - CAI

MAACAI

Chennai

Wed 25/11

03:55-16:45

1 stop16h 20m

Cairo

Fri 4/12

02:40-08:05

2 stops25h 55m

₹ 52,068

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Fri 15/1

02:30-13:10

1 stop13h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 23/1

17:30-01:10

1 stop29h 10m

₹ 52,929

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Deals found on 24/7

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Africa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Africa (average of ₹ 46,804). Flying from Chennai to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 87,386). 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 Chennai to Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated 28 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways, andEthiopian Air from Chennai to Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Manish,Jul 2026

AMD - DOH

My child is a picky eater and he usually doesn't like plane food so I brought pediasure so he can drink on a plane. Although I searched online if pediasure is permitted on a plane and it says yes yet Qatar airline made me throw it away. They didn't even bother to look into it.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Manish,Jul 2026

AMD - DOH

My child is a picky eater and he usually doesn't like plane food so I brought pediasure so he can drink on a plane. Although I searched online if pediasure is permitted on a plane and it says yes yet Qatar airline made me throw it away. They didn't even bother to look into it.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,494 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Manish,Jul 2026

AMD - DOH

My child is a picky eater and he usually doesn't like plane food so I brought pediasure so he can drink on a plane. Although I searched online if pediasure is permitted on a plane and it says yes yet Qatar airline made me throw it away. They didn't even bother to look into it.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,008 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Manish,Jul 2026

AMD - DOH

My child is a picky eater and he usually doesn't like plane food so I brought pediasure so he can drink on a plane. Although I searched online if pediasure is permitted on a plane and it says yes yet Qatar airline made me throw it away. They didn't even bother to look into it.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
580 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Manish,Jul 2026

AMD - DOH

My child is a picky eater and he usually doesn't like plane food so I brought pediasure so he can drink on a plane. Although I searched online if pediasure is permitted on a plane and it says yes yet Qatar airline made me throw it away. They didn't even bother to look into it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Africa. 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 from for flights from Chennai to Africa?

    If you book a flight to Africa from Chennai, you will be flying from Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Africa?

    Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and SAUDIA can get you from Chennai to Africa in just under 9h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 25m. Chennai and Africa are separated by a distance of 5340 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Africa one-way?

    ₹ 15,550 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Arabia and IndiGo, with prices starting from ₹ 15,934 and ₹ 16,129, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chennai to Africa?

    While some choose either Chennai - Saint-Denis Gillot or Chennai - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Chennai - Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. is the most popular route from Chennai to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Africa 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 Chennai to Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Africa (average of ₹ 46,804). Flying from Chennai to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 87,386). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Chennai to Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Africa. 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 28 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 30,206Average₹ 58,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 37,751Average₹ 61,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Oman AirCheapest₹ 38,688Average₹ 44,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 41,073Average₹ 50,764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 44,238Average₹ 47,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ArabiaCheapest₹ 45,990Average₹ 51,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 49,580Average₹ 74,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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