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Cheapest return flight
₹ 70,134
Typical prices: ₹ 74,208-₹ 89,587
Air Mauritius
Thu 4/10Sat 20/10
CPT - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 40,145
Typical prices: ₹ 43,774-₹ 55,466
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/1
CPT - MAA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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May
Cheapest • 27% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 78,641 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 16h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Chennai (CPT-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Chennai

Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Air Mauritius Logo
23:35 - 06:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 00m1 stop Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
Air Mauritius Logo
08:05 - 21:50MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 15m1 stop Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
₹ 70,134Air Mauritius
Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 02:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
04:05 - 17:25MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 73,009Qatar Airways
Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 06:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
32h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:05 - 21:50MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 15m1 stop Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
₹ 86,614Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 02:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
03:15 - 22:50MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
₹ 88,530Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 01:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:10 - 14:10MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 90,926Ethiopian Air
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 01:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
30h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:10 - 14:10MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 91,117Ethiopian Air
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 01:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
02:10 - 14:10MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 91,213Ethiopian Air
Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Oman Air Logo
19:30 - 07:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
32h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
08:15 - 17:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 45m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 101,178Oman Air
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 08:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
09:50 - 11:40MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 102,327Emirates
Sun, 1 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 02:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
37h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
04:05 - 19:55MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
₹ 108,076Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Chennai flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Chennai?

Return flights from Cape Town to Chennai start at ₹ 70,134. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 74,208 to ₹ 89,587. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 70,134 on Air Mauritius.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Chennai?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Chennai and is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 35% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Chennai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

₹ 40,145
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 13,408 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Chennai range from ₹ 74,208 to ₹ 89,587, with an average of ₹ 83,538 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 74,208 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 70,134 to ₹ 267,986. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 53,214.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Chennai?

    Flights from Cape Town to Chennai usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Chennai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Cape Town to Chennai route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 73,392 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 113,058, a difference of ₹ 39,666. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Chennai?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 01m, compared to 16h 49m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 21h 13m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Chennai?

    Chennai is 3 hours ahead of Cape Town (India Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 73,392 – about ₹ 39,666 less than Sunday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Chennai trip for May. Fares historically average ₹ 61,320 return in that month – typically ₹ 51,739 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    - Ridhan Regency
    - Hotel Southern Comfort

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