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Cheap flights from Chennai to South Africa from ₹ 34,554

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MAA — JNB
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to South Africa?

To save on the cost of your flight from Chennai to South Africa, book at least 56 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 21% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from ₹ 55,838 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as ₹ 84,133.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to South Africa?

Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Chennai. Users have commonly found prices around ₹ 74,638 for the month, but tickets can be as low as ₹ 60,595. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to South Africa (MAA - ZA)?

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

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Chennai to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Chennai and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 375,231 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Consider these cheap Qatar Airways flights we've found departing from Chennai to South Africa. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Thu 4/704:05MAA - CPT
2 stops20h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 14/713:00CPT - MAA
1 stop34h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5₹ 112,177
Thu 4/704:05MAA - CPT
1 stop34h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 14/713:00CPT - MAA
1 stop34h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5₹ 168,182
Thu 4/704:20MAA - CPT
1 stop34h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 14/713:00CPT - MAA
1 stop34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5₹ 444,200

Cheap Emirates flights from Chennai to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Chennai and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 375,231 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Emirates flights we've found at this time heading from Chennai to South Africa. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 7/604:00MAA - CPT
1 stop35h 05mEmirates
Fri 14/613:05CPT - MAA
1 stop34h 05mEmirates
Deal found 15/5₹ 160,086
Tue 2/704:00MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 20mEmirates
Fri 12/718:20CPT - MAA
1 stop34h 35mEmirates
Deal found 15/5₹ 426,172

Cheap Chennai to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chennai to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 375,231 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Chennai to South Africa in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 20/521:30MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/509:20CPT - MAA
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 88,055
Mon 20/521:30MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 96,986
Mon 20/518:30MAA - CPT
3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 98,572
Sun 19/501:50MAA - CPT
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5₹ 102,745
Thu 6/601:50MAA - CPT
1 stop15h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 14/617:20CPT - MAA
2 stops35h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5₹ 104,915
Mon 20/518:30MAA - CPT
3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/506:05CPT - MAA
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 106,084
Thu 6/601:50MAA - CPT
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/614:30CPT - MAA
3 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 111,593
Sun 19/501:50MAA - CPT
1 stop15h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5₹ 114,430
Sun 19/501:50MAA - CPT
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 115,098

Chennai to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chennai and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 375,231 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Chennai to South Africa in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 20/521:30MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/509:20CPT - MAA
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 88,055
Mon 20/521:30MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 96,986
Mon 20/518:30MAA - CPT
3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 98,572
Sun 19/501:50MAA - CPT
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5₹ 102,745
Thu 6/601:50MAA - CPT
1 stop15h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 14/617:20CPT - MAA
2 stops35h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5₹ 104,915
Mon 20/518:30MAA - CPT
3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/506:05CPT - MAA
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 106,084
Thu 6/601:50MAA - CPT
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/614:30CPT - MAA
3 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 111,593
Thu 4/704:05MAA - CPT
2 stops20h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 14/713:00CPT - MAA
1 stop34h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5₹ 112,177
Sun 19/501:50MAA - CPT
1 stop15h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/514:35CPT - MAA
1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5₹ 114,430

One-way flights to South Africa from Chennai

Search for one-way flight options from Chennai to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 375,231 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Chennai to South Africa. Users needing a return flight from Chennai to South Africa should utilize the search form above.
Fri 7/622:30MAA - CPT
3 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 34,554
Sat 8/622:30MAA - CPT
3 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5₹ 38,394
Fri 7/603:35MAA - CPT
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5₹ 40,981
Fri 7/621:30MAA - CPT
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 41,649
Thu 6/601:50MAA - CPT
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5₹ 42,984
Thu 6/601:50MAA - CPT
1 stop15h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5₹ 43,402
Fri 7/621:30MAA - CPT
1 stop16h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5₹ 54,753
Fri 7/601:50MAA - CPT
3 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5₹ 122,359
Fri 7/601:50MAA - CPT
1 stop35h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 16/5₹ 251,146

Find flights from Chennai to South Africa within your budget

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 375,231 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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₹ 104,915 - ₹ 304,730

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Return

Price

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Thu 6/6

1 stop15h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/6

2 stops35h 20m

₹ 104,915

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Thu 6/6

1 stop15h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/6

3 stops38h 55m

₹ 111,593

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Thu 4/7

2 stops20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/7

1 stop34h 30m

₹ 112,177

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 7/6

2 stops19h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/6

3 stops49h 50m

₹ 121,191

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 7/6

1 stop16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/6

3 stops38h 55m

₹ 123,361

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 7/6

1 stop16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/6

2 stops23h 05m

₹ 125,281

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 7/6

1 stop35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 14/6

1 stop34h 05m

₹ 160,086

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Wed 10/7

2 stops20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/7

2 stops23h 20m

₹ 221,766

ChennaiCape Town Intl

MAA - CPT

MAACPT

Chennai

Tue 9/7

2 stops42h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/7

2 stops33h 45m

₹ 304,730

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Deals found on 15/5

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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 16 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways, Emirates and Air India from Chennai to South Africa. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,387 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Ethiopian Air
7.4
Good
787 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,659 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Air India
5.6
Fair
2,968 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Chennai to South Africa for under ₹ 105,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chennai to South Africa for under ₹ 105,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just ₹ 104,915, but on average you can expect to pay ₹ 171,270.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 43,402. Users have also found prices from ₹ 54,753 and ₹ 251,146 on Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chennai to South Africa?

    Air India, Emirates and Ethiopian Air are the most popular airlines when flying from Chennai to South Africa.

  • What does MAA to JNB mean?

    This is defined as Chennai Airport (MAA) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chennai to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chennai to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chennai to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chennai to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chennai to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chennai to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chennai to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Chennai to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 15/5.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Chennai to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to South 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 375,231 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 57,537Average₹ 67,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 63,939Average₹ 76,923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 64,492Average₹ 97,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 65,345Average₹ 69,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 105,705Average₹ 131,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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