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Cheapest return flight
₹ 86,667
Typical prices: ₹ 76,662-₹ 90,589
Emirates
Tue 20/2Mon 12/3
CPT - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 57,684
Typical prices: ₹ 43,132-₹ 57,664
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/11
CPT - MAA • 2 stops
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
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 81,009 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 16h 13m (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

Sat, 20 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
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13:40 - 20:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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03:55 - 16:45MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 86,667Emirates
2 days ago
Sat, 20 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar
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12:35 - 02:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 92,143Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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12:35 - 02:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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03:15 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 94,220Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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12:35 - 02:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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03:15 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 94,692Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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12:35 - 02:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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03:15 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 94,975Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Sat, 20 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar
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06:05 - 08:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
22h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
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21:45 - 11:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 96,202Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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13:40 - 20:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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09:50 - 14:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
₹ 107,531Emirates
3+ days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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09:00 - 20:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
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21:45 - 18:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 108,098Emirates
1 day ago
Sat, 19 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
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18:30 - 20:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
22h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
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03:55 - 18:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 108,192Emirates
1 day ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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09:00 - 20:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
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21:45 - 18:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 108,476Emirates
2 days ago
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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 typically range from ₹ 76,662 to ₹ 90,589. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 86,667 on Emirates.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Chennai. It's 13% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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Key details for Cape Town to Chennai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

₹ 57,684
Beat the crowds with an average 75% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Chennai

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Chennai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Chennai.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Chennai takes 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 ₹ 76,662 to ₹ 90,589, with an average of ₹ 82,314 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 76,662 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 ₹ 86,667 to ₹ 231,396. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 68,635, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Cape Town to Chennai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 72,223 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 88,650, a difference of ₹ 16,427.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 13h 54m, compared to 16h 13m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 22h 09m via Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU).

  • 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 and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 72,223, which is about ₹ 16,427 less than Tuesday fares (19% 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 ₹ 60,422 return in that month – typically ₹ 50,981 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
    • Hotel Southern Comfort
    • Ridhan Regency

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