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Cheap flights from Chennai to Cape Town from ₹ 40,148

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CPT
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 May 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 70,217

One-way from

₹ 40,148

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

₹ 86,140
6/6-13/6
  • 6/6-13/6
  • 6 total stops
  • 84h 10m total
  • Chennai to Cape Town
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1/7
  • 1/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Chennai to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (₹ 228,932 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 300,700 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 May 2025.

Fri 6/619:50MAA - CPT
3 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/614:35CPT - MAA
3 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 70,217
Fri 8/823:15MAA - CPT
2 stops37h 40mSingapore Airlines
Sat 16/810:40CPT - MAA
2 stops19h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 92,916
Fri 6/616:00MAA - CPT
2 stops24h 30mAir India
Fri 13/614:35CPT - MAA
2 stops21h 25mAir India
Deal found 7/5₹ 95,119
Thu 5/603:55MAA - CPT
1 stop34h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 13/613:00CPT - MAA
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5₹ 103,758
Thu 17/710:00MAA - CPT
1 stop31h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 23/714:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5₹ 107,146
Fri 8/811:45MAA - CPT
3 stops30h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 16/813:00CPT - MAA
2 stops30h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5₹ 198,707

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Chennai

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 6/6

19:50-13:40

3 stops45h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/6

14:35-08:55

3 stops38h 50m

₹ 70,217

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 8/8

23:15-09:25

2 stops37h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/8

10:40-09:20

2 stops19h 10m

₹ 92,916

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 6/6

16:00-13:00

2 stops24h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/6

14:35-15:30

2 stops21h 25m

₹ 95,119

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Thu 5/6

03:55-10:50

1 stop34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/6

13:00-02:50

1 stop34h 20m

₹ 103,758

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Thu 17/7

10:00-13:45

1 stop31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/7

14:35-08:15

1 stop14h 10m

₹ 107,146

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 8/8

11:45-14:35

3 stops30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/8

13:00-22:50

2 stops30h 20m

₹ 198,707

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Tue 1/7

10:00-22:05

2 stops39h 35m

₹ 40,148

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Tue 1/7

10:00-13:45

1 stop31h 15m

₹ 42,943

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 30/6

01:55-13:25

2 stops39h 00m

₹ 89,020

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 30/6

03:55-10:50

1 stop34h 25m

₹ 93,086

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 6/5

Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Cape Town

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Cape Town (average of ₹ 613). Flying from Chennai to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 892). 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.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 8 May 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,293 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,293 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,567 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,293 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
255 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,293 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
771 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,293 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
7,064 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,293 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 92,916, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Chennai to Cape Town and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air India and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 95,119 and ₹ 103,758, respectively.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to Cape Town are Ethiopian Air (₹ 42,943), Lufthansa (₹ 89,020), and Qatar Airways (₹ 93,086).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Cape Town (average of ₹ 613). Flying from Chennai to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 892). 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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Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 65,903Average₹ 101,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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