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Cheap flights from South Africa to Chennai from R13 292

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Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 2:40
CPT
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MAA
27h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 - 12:55
MAA
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CPT
36h 30m
1 stop
R13 292Qatar Airways
Fri, May 15 - Thu, May 21
Air Mauritius Logo
23:35 - 6:20
CPT
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MAA
27h 15m
1 stop
Air Mauritius Logo
8:10 - 21:50
MAA
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CPT
17h 10m
1 stop
R14 407Air Mauritius
Sun, May 17 - Tue, Jun 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:55 - 8:20
CPT
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MAA
33h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 - 21:50
MAA
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CPT
17h 10m
1 stop
R15 899Multiple Airlines
Sun, May 17 - Tue, Jun 2
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18:55 - 8:20
CPT
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MAA
33h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 - 21:50
MAA
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CPT
17h 10m
1 stop
R15 951Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Tue, Jun 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:00 - 2:40
CPT
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MAA
34h 10m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:05 - 13:00
MAA
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CPT
36h 25m
2 stops
R16 088Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 8:05
CPT
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MAA
15h 20m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:05 - 11:30
MAA
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CPT
16h 55m
1 stop
R16 482Emirates
Wed, May 20 - Mon, Jun 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 7:00
CPT
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MAA
37h 05m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 - 21:50
MAA
-
CPT
17h 10m
1 stop
R17 323Multiple Airlines
Sun, May 17 - Tue, Jun 2
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 8:05
CPT
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MAA
15h 20m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:05 - 16:40
MAA
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CPT
22h 05m
1 stop
R17 374Emirates
Mon, May 18 - Thu, Jun 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 8:20
CPT
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MAA
38h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 - 21:50
MAA
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CPT
17h 10m
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R17 460Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Tue, Jun 2
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14:25 - 8:20
CPT
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MAA
38h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 - 21:50
MAA
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CPT
17h 10m
1 stop
R17 477Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Tue, Jun 2

Emirates flights from South Africa to Chennai

Our best Emirates deals on South Africa to Chennai flight tickets
Emirates
May 20
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
15h 20m
1 stop
MAA8:05Chennai
Jun 1
MAA22:05Chennai
16h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
R16 482
Emirates
May 18
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
15h 20m
1 stop
MAA8:05Chennai
Jun 4
MAA22:05Chennai
22h 05m
1 stop
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
R17 374
Emirates
May 20
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
15h 20m
1 stop
MAA8:05Chennai
Jun 3
MAA22:05Chennai
20h 00m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
R18 352

Oman Air flights from South Africa to Chennai

Our best Oman Air deals on South Africa to Chennai flight tickets
Oman Air
May 17
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
44h 25m
2 stops
MAA12:55Chennai
May 29
MAA8:15Chennai
30h 45m
2 stops
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
R18 060
Oman Air
May 17
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
44h 25m
2 stops
MAA12:55Chennai
Jun 1
MAA8:15Chennai
30h 45m
2 stops
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
R19 192
Oman Air
May 17
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
44h 25m
2 stops
MAA12:55Chennai
Jun 4
MAA8:15Chennai
54h 45m
2 stops
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
R19 295

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Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

19:30-2:40

1 stop27h 40m

Chennai

Thu 21/5

3:55-12:55

1 stop36h 30m

R13 292

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

23:35-6:20

1 stop27h 15m

Chennai

Tue 2/6

8:10-21:50

1 stop17h 10m

R14 407

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

18:55-8:20

2 stops33h 55m

Chennai

Tue 2/6

8:10-21:50

1 stop17h 10m

R15 899

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

18:55-8:20

2 stops33h 55m

Chennai

Tue 2/6

8:10-21:50

1 stop17h 10m

R15 951

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

13:00-2:40

1 stop34h 10m

Chennai

Fri 22/5

4:05-13:00

2 stops36h 25m

R16 088
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

13:15-8:05

1 stop15h 20m

Chennai

Mon 1/6

22:05-11:30

1 stop16h 55m

R16 482

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

14:25-7:00

3 stops37h 05m

Chennai

Tue 2/6

8:10-21:50

1 stop17h 10m

R17 323

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

13:15-8:05

1 stop15h 20m

Chennai

Thu 4/6

22:05-16:40

1 stop22h 05m

R17 374

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

14:25-8:20

3 stops38h 25m

Chennai

Tue 2/6

8:10-21:50

1 stop17h 10m

R17 460

Cape TownChennai

CPT - MAA

CPTMAA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

14:25-8:20

3 stops38h 25m

Chennai

Tue 2/6

8:10-21:50

1 stop17h 10m

R17 477

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Chennai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from South Africa, with most prices found around R11 749. The month of October is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 766.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around R13 055 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from South Africa for as low as R12 177 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Chennai flight.

Cheap South Africa to Chennai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to Chennai

Fastest flight time

34h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Chennai takes 34h 10m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Chennai.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Chennai Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Chennai

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Air MauritiusPriceFrom R9 674Free CancellationRating
0,0
0 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R10 800Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 432 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R11 172Free CancellationRating
7,2
991 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R11 188Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 729 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R12 513Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 550 reviews
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Can I find flights from South Africa to Chennai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Chennai from South Africa with this policy.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Chennai from South Africa.

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