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Cheapest return flight
₹ 61,011
Typical prices: ₹ 62,639-₹ 85,819
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Sat 7/4Mon 16/4
MAA - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 30,174
Typical prices: ₹ 32,098-₹ 44,326
Ethiopian Air
Sat 1/12
MAA - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 68,923 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 13h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to OR Tambo (MAA-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to OR Tambo

Wed, 7 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr
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18:00 - 15:50MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 20m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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01:15 - 08:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
27h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 61,011Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 14 Apr - Tue, 27 Apr
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18:00 - 15:50MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 20m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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01:15 - 08:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
27h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 61,011Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 7 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr
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18:00 - 10:55MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 25m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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01:15 - 08:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
27h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 61,011Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 7 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
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16:05 - 08:15MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:45 - 08:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
19h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 64,605Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, 14 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
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16:05 - 08:15MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:45 - 08:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
19h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 64,700Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, 7 Apr - Sat, 17 Apr
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16:05 - 08:15MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:45 - 15:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 64,795Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, 14 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
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06:25 - 10:55MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 00m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:55 - 02:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
32h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 82,861Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 7 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr
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18:00 - 10:55MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 25m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:40 - 02:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
34h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 82,861Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 7 Apr - Sat, 17 Apr
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10:15 - 08:15MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:45 - 07:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
17h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 83,240Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
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09:50 - 20:30MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
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22:15 - 20:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
18h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 85,604Emirates
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at ₹ 56,754 return.
•June (₹ 87,307) and July (₹ 79,834) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

₹ 30,174
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 77% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Chennai to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 11,421 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from ₹ 62,639 to ₹ 85,819, with an average of ₹ 71,392 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 62,639 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the ₹ 71,392 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 71,878, which is 105% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 2,809 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 65% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 67,254 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 77,753, a difference of ₹ 10,500.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 59m, compared to 14h 58m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 15h 22m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Chennai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

Your guide to booking Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average ₹ 67,254, which is about ₹ 10,500 less than Monday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for February. Fares historically average ₹ 56,754 return in that month – typically ₹ 30,553 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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