₹ 70,094 Find Cheap Flights from South Africa to Chennai

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Chennai departing on 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
₹ 70,094
Typical prices: ₹ 68,919-₹ 81,836
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/3Fri 27/3
CPT - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 116,160
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/3
CPT - MAA • 3 stops
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from South Africa to Chennai

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from South Africa to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Chennai

Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 02:30
CPT
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MAA
28h 05m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
04:05 - 17:25
MAA
-
CPT
16h 50m
1 stop
₹ 70,094Qatar Airways
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 22:10
CPT
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MAA
36h 40m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:05 - 17:25
MAA
-
CPT
16h 50m
1 stop
₹ 84,456Multiple Airlines
Tue, 7 Jul - Tue, 14 Jul
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 02:30
CPT
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MAA
28h 35m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:05 - 18:05
MAA
-
CPT
23h 30m
1 stop
₹ 85,540Emirates
Fri, 20 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 20:10
CPT
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MAA
22h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
03:50 - 11:40
MAA
-
CPT
35h 20m
1 stop
₹ 86,353Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 22:10
CPT
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MAA
36h 40m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 23:35
MAA
-
CPT
33h 05m
3 stops
₹ 89,514Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 20:10
CPT
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MAA
27h 00m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
03:50 - 11:40
MAA
-
CPT
35h 20m
1 stop
₹ 89,695Emirates
Fri, 20 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 02:15
CPT
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MAA
33h 05m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
03:50 - 16:45
MAA
-
CPT
16h 25m
1 stop
₹ 91,863Emirates
Tue, 7 Jul - Tue, 14 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 20:30
CPT
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MAA
22h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:05 - 18:05
MAA
-
CPT
23h 30m
1 stop
₹ 92,043Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 02:15
CPT
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MAA
33h 05m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
03:50 - 16:45
MAA
-
CPT
16h 25m
1 stop
₹ 92,495Emirates
Fri, 20 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 08:15
CPT
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MAA
15h 05m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
03:50 - 19:55
MAA
-
CPT
43h 35m
2 stops
₹ 94,843Emirates
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Chennai

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Chennai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Chennai is November, where tickets cost ₹ 67,836 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is ₹ 111,193 and ₹ 99,179 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is October with an average price of ₹ 61,964.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 0 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 days before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight₹ 70,094
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 23% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
Flight from Cape Town to Chennai

FAQs - booking Chennai flights

  • How far is Chennai Airport from central Chennai?

    The distance between Chennai Airport and the city centre of Chennai is 16 km.

  • What is the name of Chennai’s airport?

    Chennai is served by Chennai Airport, also commonly referred to as Chennai or Chennai Intl. The airport code is MAA.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Chennai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Chennai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Chennai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chennai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Chennai are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1,081 direct flights from within South Africa to Chennai. The most common day for departures is Wednesday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Chennai

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Chennai flight deals.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from South Africa to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Chennai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Chennai. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Chennai? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3503 reviews
8.3Crew
7.9Food
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

The stewardess took a picture as a gift , if you asked for it. Every thing was very good, Especially the food, big and tasty. The service was good, they served water several times, very frequent.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jan 2026
DXB - LAX
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The stewardess took a picture as a gift , if you asked for it. Every thing was very good, Especially the food, big and tasty. The service was good, they served water several times, very frequent.

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

Mostly good and consistent of Emirates service. Christmas menu was great initiative and tasted good. Taking the bus from terminal to the plane spoilt the experience a little.

There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

Had to do shuttle bus both times during the transfer. It was waaay longer than acceptable. These 777s need a refurbishment really badly. Emirates and Dubai Airport used to be top notch. Now overcrowded and outdated.

I take emirates because of direct flights Otherwise no Cabin crew niot friendly and never friendly across the airlines Planes old inside not renewd .. this is not an issue The issue is the poor service

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

No entertainment except on app. No outlets working to charge. Good service

Dirty and smelly lavatory and toilets in Wamos Air operated flights

It was mediocre. Honestly, the flight was late but that didn’t bother me as I had plenty of time. The only thing that bothered me is that the crew never asked to make the beds for us in business class. Maybe the crew was exhausted and that just didn’t occur to them.

The flight was over 1 hour late taking off ,when I arrived in Abu Dhabi ,I missed my connecting flight to Bangkok so I had to wait almost 6 hours for my flight arriving in Bangkok at 6:30 am ,So I missed a whole day of my vacation and my hotel room sat empty so I paid for hotel days that I was not there. In Abu Dhabi there was a woman that worked the desk at transfers that was so professional, courteous , helpful,and may I say absolutely beautiful .she got me food vouchers for my layover and was a very calming presence. Besides that I will never use Etihad again I will pay the Xtra money . I'm sure they won't read or see this but it's my "2 cents" I'll use an airline that respects me and my hard earned dollars

Kayak and Aran grant issuing business class tickets without lounge access and sometimes 1 or 2 connections in economy class. It’s very disappointing to find out that after buying the ticket. Never buy tickets on kayak and Aran grant again

There was not any issues with the Etihad Airways. Staff was excellent and I love the variety of movies and games that they provided.

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

Was so disappointing. Business class with no TV, uncomfortable seats. Had much higher expectations.

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

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