MAA - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
₹ 53,727
Typical prices: ₹ 96,281-₹ 136,649
Ethiopian Air
Sat 24/11Wed 28/11
MAA - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 66,592
Typical prices: ₹ 49,221-₹ 60,923
Ethiopian Air
Mon 17/12
MAA - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 22% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 67,634 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 15h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Cape Town (MAA-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to Cape Town

Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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10:05 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 01:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 53,727Ethiopian Air
14 hours ago
Wed, 31 Mar - Mon, 12 Apr
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03:55 - 17:20MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 02:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 67,348Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 30 Mar
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03:15 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 02:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 69,619Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Sat, 20 Feb - Tue, 30 Mar
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09:25 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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07:20 - 10:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
23h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 76,902Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, 31 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr
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18:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 10:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
40h 05m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 76,902Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 1 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr
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18:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 20:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
50h 15m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 77,091Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 30 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
03:55 - 10:15MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 02:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 77,280Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, 1 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr
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04:20 - 17:20MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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09:00 - 02:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
38h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 77,943Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 30 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
03:15 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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09:00 - 02:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
38h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 80,213Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Tue, 30 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr
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03:55 - 19:45MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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19:30 - 02:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 82,105Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Cape Town flights

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

Return flights from Chennai to Cape Town typically range from ₹ 96,281 to ₹ 136,649. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 53,727 on Ethiopian Air.

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Key details for Chennai to Cape Town flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

₹ 53,727
Beat the crowds with an average 90% drop in travellers.
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When to book flights from Chennai to Cape Town

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

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

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

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

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

    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 Chennai to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Chennai to Cape Town range from ₹ 96,281 to ₹ 136,649, with an average of ₹ 115,201 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 96,281 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chennai to Cape Town 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 ₹ 53,727 to ₹ 473,899. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chennai to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 90,712, which is 67% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 2,527 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

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

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

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 21% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Chennai to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 66,403 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 156,264, a difference of ₹ 89,861.

    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 Chennai to Cape Town?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 54m, compared to 25h 20m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 31h 06m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town International Convention Centre, and Boulders Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chennai to Cape Town 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 Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 66,403, which is about ₹ 89,861 less than Wednesday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Cape Town trip for August. Fares historically average ₹ 90,239 return in that month – typically ₹ 46,444 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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