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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from ₹ 54,561

JNB — MAA
19 Oct — 26 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Chennai

Sun 4/1023:35 -
1 stop27h 00m
Tue 20/1008:05 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 17/9₹ 70,191
Sun 1/1112:35 -
1 stop34h 10m
Sat 7/1104:05 -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 17/9₹ 73,068
Fri 30/1019:25 -
1 stop27h 20m
Thu 5/1103:15 -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 15/9₹ 74,890
Sun 4/1018:25 -
2 stops32h 10m
Tue 20/1008:05 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 17/9₹ 86,685
Fri 30/1019:25 -
1 stop27h 20m
Thu 5/1103:15 -
2 stops20h 10m
Deal found 15/9₹ 87,643
Sun 1/1112:35 -
1 stop34h 25m
Sat 7/1103:15 -
2 stops23h 05m
Deal found 17/9₹ 88,602
Thu 19/1113:50 -
1 stop31h 50m
Sun 22/1102:10 -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 14/9₹ 90,616
Sun 4/1019:30 -
2 stops32h 25m
Tue 20/1008:15 -
2 stops36h 45m
Deal found 17/9₹ 101,260

Find flight deals from South Africa to Chennai

Round-trip from

₹ 70,191

One-way from

₹ 54,561

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 72,013
Air Mauritius
  • Air Mauritius
  • 4/10-20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 15m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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31/12-31/12
  • 31/12-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 40m total
  • South Africa to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (₹ 287,266 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 113,170 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/1

20:25-15:05

3 stops39h 10m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 57,918

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/1

07:00-15:05

3 stops28h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 61,274
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/1

23:35-06:20

1 stop27h 15m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 63,287

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/1

19:25-02:30

1 stop27h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 63,479

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/1

17:15-10:35

2 stops37h 50m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 81,794

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

12:35-02:30

1 stop34h 25m

Chennai

Sat 7/11

03:15-22:50

2 stops23h 05m

₹ 88,602

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

13:50-01:10

1 stop31h 50m

Chennai

Sun 22/11

02:10-14:10

1 stop15h 30m

₹ 90,616

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

13:40-20:10

1 stop27h 00m

Chennai

Mon 23/11

09:50-14:35

2 stops32h 15m

₹ 107,876

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

09:00-02:15

2 stops37h 45m

Chennai

Sat 7/11

04:05-19:55

2 stops19h 20m

₹ 108,164

Cape TownChennai

CPT Cape Town Intl - MAA Chennai

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/1

12:35-02:30

1 stop34h 25m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 125,136

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Chennai

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

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of ₹ 69,712). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 89,753). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

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
Very Good
3,661 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

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
1,040 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,661 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

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.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 31h 50m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 90,616. The distance between South Africa and Chennai is about 8332 km.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as ₹ 21,262 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from ₹ 22,605 and Emirates from ₹ 47,223 one-way.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Chennai (average of ₹ 69,712). Flying from South Africa to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 89,753). 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 airline flying from South Africa to Chennai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest₹ 84,377Average₹ 94,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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