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Cheap flights from Chennai to South Africa from ₹ 48,971

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — JNB
28 May — 4 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to South Africa

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

Fri 25/910:30
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 2/1010:40
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops31h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 78,637
Sat 26/923:15
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops37h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 3/1010:40
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops43h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 82,404
Wed 23/910:30
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 2/1010:40
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 85,700
Wed 23/910:15
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops54h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/915:10
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops37h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/4₹ 88,996
Fri 25/910:30
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 1/1010:40
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops31h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 90,880
Wed 23/910:30
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops26h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 3/1010:40
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops31h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 92,292
Thu 24/903:55
MAA
-
CPT
1 stop17h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 2/1019:30
CPT
-
MAA
1 stop27h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4₹ 92,857
Mon 9/1107:20
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops30h 40m
Oman Air
Wed 11/1118:55
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops32h 05m
Oman Air
Deal found 27/4₹ 93,987
Sun 27/904:10
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops33h 35m
Oman Air
Tue 29/919:30
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops32h 25m
Oman Air
Deal found 25/4₹ 95,400
Fri 25/915:30
MAA
-
CPT
2 stops29h 30m
Oman Air
Thu 1/1019:30
CPT
-
MAA
2 stops52h 25m
Oman Air
Deal found 25/4₹ 95,683

Find flight deals from Chennai to South Africa

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

Round-trip from

₹ 78,637

One-way from

₹ 48,971

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 74,870
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 25/9-2/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 15m total
  • Chennai to South Africa
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Air Mauritius
  • Air Mauritius
  • 12/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 15m total
  • Chennai to South Africa
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to South 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 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 28/9

10:15-13:00

2 stops54h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

13:50-08:25

2 stops39h 05m

₹ 88,996

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 25/9

05:55-09:25

3 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

10:40-09:05

2 stops18h 55m

₹ 89,844

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 25/9

10:30-09:25

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/10

10:40-09:20

2 stops19h 10m

₹ 92,292

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Wed 23/9

05:55-09:25

3 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/10

10:40-09:20

2 stops19h 10m

₹ 96,530

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Wed 23/9

05:55-09:25

3 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

10:40-01:05

3 stops34h 55m

₹ 110,845

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 28/9

18:00-09:25

3 stops42h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

10:40-22:00

2 stops31h 50m

₹ 116,966

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 28/9

04:05-16:40

1 stop16h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

18:25-08:05

1 stop34h 10m

₹ 133,165

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Wed 23/9

04:05-16:40

1 stop16h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

18:25-20:30

1 stop22h 35m

₹ 133,165

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Sun 27/9

02:45-14:10

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

15:10-15:10

2 stops20h 30m

₹ 136,084
Fastest return journey

ChennaiCape Town

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Sun 27/9

04:05-16:40

1 stop16h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

13:15-08:05

1 stop15h 20m

₹ 140,699

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to South Africa

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to South Africa (average of ₹ 51,326). Flying from Chennai to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 61,874). 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 28 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Chennai to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,726 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,003 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to South 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 South Africa?

    A quick flight from Chennai to South Africa can take about 16h 40m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 96,719. The distance from Chennai to South Africa is about 8332 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 South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 29,049. Users have also found prices from ₹ 31,244 and ₹ 31,688 on Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to South Africa (average of ₹ 51,326). Flying from Chennai to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 61,874). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 54,920Average₹ 82,759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 55,186Average₹ 66,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 58,269Average₹ 69,999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 117,187Average₹ 121,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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