What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Emirates, and Malaysia Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to South Africa?

The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to South Africa is 2 as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

₹ 40,828 Cheap Flights from Chennai to South Africa in 2026/27

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10:05 - 13:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 01:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

31h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 53,806Ethiopian Air

Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

18:00 - 10:55MAA Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 25m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

01:15 - 08:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai

27h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 61,100Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Apr - Tue, 20 Apr

18:00 - 15:50MAA Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 20m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

01:15 - 08:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai

27h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 61,100Multiple Airlines

Wed, 14 Apr - Tue, 27 Apr

18:00 - 15:50MAA Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 20m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

01:15 - 08:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai

27h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 61,100Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr

16:05 - 08:15MAA Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:45 - 08:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai

19h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 64,700Etihad Airways

Wed, 7 Apr - Wed, 21 Apr

16:05 - 08:15MAA Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:45 - 08:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai

19h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 64,795Etihad Airways

Wed, 14 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr

16:05 - 08:15MAA Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:45 - 15:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai

25h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 64,889Etihad Airways

Wed, 7 Apr - Sat, 17 Apr

03:55 - 17:20MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 02:40CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 67,447Qatar Airways

Wed, 31 Mar - Mon, 12 Apr

03:15 - 10:30MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 02:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

34h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 69,721Qatar Airways

Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 30 Mar

09:25 - 13:35MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 40m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

07:20 - 10:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 77,015Multiple Airlines

Sat, 20 Feb - Tue, 30 Mar

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Emirates flights from Chennai to South Africa

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Emirates

18 Dec

MAA09:50Chennai

14h 10m

1 stop

JNB20:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

25 Dec

JNB22:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 25m

1 stop

MAA20:10Chennai

₹ 85,730

Emirates

30 Apr

MAA09:50Chennai

29h 10m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

4 May

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

27h 45m

1 stop

MAA20:30Chennai

₹ 96,245

Emirates

30 Apr

MAA09:50Chennai

29h 10m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

4 May

CPT18:10Cape Town Intl

22h 50m

2 stops

MAA20:30Chennai

₹ 98,613

Malaysia Airlines flights from Chennai to South Africa

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Malaysia Airlines

30 Apr

MAA11:45Chennai

29h 55m

3 stops

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

4 May

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

30h 05m

2 stops

MAA22:50Chennai

₹ 193,247

Malaysia Airlines

13 Nov

MAA11:45Chennai

29h 55m

3 stops

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

15 Nov

CPT19:25Cape Town Intl

48h 10m

2 stops

MAA23:05Chennai

₹ 209,825

Malaysia Airlines

13 Nov

MAA11:45Chennai

29h 55m

3 stops

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

15 Nov

CPT19:25Cape Town Intl

48h 10m

2 stops

MAA23:05Chennai

₹ 212,383

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ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Tue 24/11

10:05-13:00

1 stop30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

13:50-01:10

1 stop31h 50m

₹ 53,806

ChennaiJohannesburg

MAA Chennai - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MAAJNB

Chennai

Wed 7/4

18:00-10:55

2 stops20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/4

01:15-08:40

2 stops27h 55m

₹ 61,100

ChennaiJohannesburg

MAA Chennai - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MAAJNB

Chennai

Wed 14/4

18:00-15:50

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/4

01:15-08:40

2 stops27h 55m

₹ 61,100

ChennaiJohannesburg

MAA Chennai - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MAAJNB

Chennai

Wed 7/4

18:00-15:50

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/4

01:15-08:40

2 stops27h 55m

₹ 61,100

Fastest return journey

ChennaiJohannesburg

MAA Chennai - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MAAJNB

Chennai

Wed 7/4

16:05-08:15

1 stop19h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/4

09:45-08:25

1 stop19h 10m

₹ 64,700

ChennaiJohannesburg

MAA Chennai - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MAAJNB

Chennai

Wed 14/4

16:05-08:15

1 stop19h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/4

09:45-08:25

1 stop19h 10m

₹ 64,795

ChennaiJohannesburg

MAA Chennai - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MAAJNB

Chennai

Wed 7/4

16:05-08:15

1 stop19h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/4

09:45-15:05

1 stop25h 50m

₹ 64,889

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Wed 31/3

03:55-17:20

1 stop16h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/4

13:15-02:40

1 stop33h 55m

₹ 67,447

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Fri 19/2

03:15-10:30

1 stop34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/3

13:15-02:50

1 stop34h 05m

₹ 69,721

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Sat 20/2

09:25-13:35

3 stops31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/3

07:20-10:00

2 stops23h 10m

₹ 77,015

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chennai to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Chennai, with most prices found around ₹ 54,090. If you are unable to visit South Africa during the month of February, then departing from Chennai during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around ₹ 60,058.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around ₹ 69,089 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Chennai for as low as ₹ 52,480 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	₹ 40,828
Fastest flight time	16h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Chennai in the past 72 hours is ₹ 40,828. The best return flight deal from Chennai to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 53,806.

The fastest flight from Chennai to South Africa takes 16h 30m

There are no direct flights from Chennai to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Chennai to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to South Africa is 2 as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 41,791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,557 reviews		Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom ₹ 47,828	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,046 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights

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