How long is the flight from South Africa to Chennai?

A quick flight from South Africa to Chennai can take about 14h 25m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 53,822. The distance between South Africa and Chennai is about 7070 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Chennai as you normally would.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from South Africa?

Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from South Africa.

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?

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Round-trip from	₹ 53,822
One-way from	₹ 39,255
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	₹ 74,159

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26h 40m total
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Sun 24/1

20:20-02:30

1 stop26h 40m

Chennai

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₹ 39,255

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DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

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₹ 41,241

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₹ 43,701

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14:15-07:25

3 stops37h 40m

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13:25-06:05

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14:15-08:10

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14:15-08:10

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₹ 54,295

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DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

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Wed 14/4

14:15-08:15

1 stop14h 30m

Chennai

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₹ 54,390

JohannesburgChennai

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAA Chennai

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Tue 15/12

17:00-10:00

3 stops37h 30m

Chennai

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00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 55,619

DurbanChennai

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - MAA Chennai

DURMAA

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 24/1

12:25-15:05

3 stops23h 10m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 55,998

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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 ₹ 72,362). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 86,077). 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?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Ethiopian Air from South Africa to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

1,046 reviews

Emirates

8.1

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from South Africa?
Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from South Africa.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Chennai?
A quick flight from South Africa to Chennai can take about 14h 25m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 53,822. The distance between South Africa and Chennai is about 7070 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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 ₹ 72,362). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 86,077). 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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