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

Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Chennai according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 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.

₹ 43,581 Cheap Flights from Chennai to South Africa in 2026

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02:45 - 14:10MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 08:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 54,287Ethiopian Air

Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

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

30h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 08:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

13h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

₹ 54,760Ethiopian Air

Tue, 29 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

04:20 - 14:35MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:35 - 02:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 77,403Qatar Airways

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

04:20 - 17:20MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

40h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:35 - 02:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 77,498Qatar Airways

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

04:05 - 10:15MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

19:30 - 02:40CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 81,193Qatar Airways

Sun, 11 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

04:05 - 13:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 02:35CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

31h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 87,920Etihad Airways

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

16:00 - 13:35MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

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

34h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 90,856Multiple Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

17:00 - 13:35MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

12:35 - 02:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 90,951Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

04:05 - 13:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole

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

34h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

₹ 92,657Multiple Airlines

Tue, 29 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

16:00 - 13:35MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

14:25 - 15:40CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

45h 45m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 93,130Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

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Ethiopian Air flights from Chennai to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

18 Oct

MAA02:45Chennai

14h 55m

1 stop

CPT14:10Cape Town Intl

26 Oct

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

13h 30m

1 stop

MAA08:10Chennai

₹ 54,287

Ethiopian Air

29 Sept

MAA10:00Chennai

30h 30m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

7 Oct

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

13h 50m

1 stop

MAA08:30Chennai

₹ 54,760

Qatar Airways flights from Chennai to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

19 Oct

MAA04:20Chennai

37h 45m

2 stops

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

26 Oct

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

34h 10m

1 stop

MAA02:15Chennai

₹ 77,403

Qatar Airways

19 Oct

MAA04:20Chennai

40h 30m

2 stops

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

26 Oct

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

34h 10m

1 stop

MAA02:15Chennai

₹ 77,498

Qatar Airways

11 Oct

MAA04:05Chennai

33h 40m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

23 Oct

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

27h 40m

1 stop

MAA02:40Chennai

₹ 81,193

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MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Sun 18/10

02:45-14:10

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

15:10-08:10

1 stop13h 30m

₹ 54,287

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Tue 29/9

10:00-13:00

1 stop30h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

15:10-08:30

1 stop13h 50m

₹ 54,760

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 19/10

04:20-14:35

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

12:35-02:15

1 stop34h 10m

₹ 77,403

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 19/10

04:20-17:20

2 stops40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

12:35-02:15

1 stop34h 10m

₹ 77,498

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Sun 11/10

04:05-10:15

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/10

19:30-02:40

1 stop27h 40m

₹ 81,193

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 19/10

04:05-13:00

2 stops36h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

15:10-02:35

2 stops31h 55m

₹ 87,920

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Tue 29/9

16:00-13:35

3 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

13:15-02:50

1 stop34h 05m

₹ 90,856

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 19/10

17:00-13:35

3 stops24h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

12:35-02:15

1 stop34h 10m

₹ 90,951

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Tue 29/9

04:05-13:00

2 stops36h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

13:15-02:50

1 stop34h 05m

₹ 92,657

ChennaiCape Town

MAA Chennai - CPT Cape Town Intl

MAACPT

Chennai

Mon 19/10

16:00-13:35

3 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

14:25-15:40

3 stops45h 45m

₹ 93,130

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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 ₹ 54,097. If you are unable to visit South Africa during the month of February, then departing from Chennai during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around ₹ 61,961.

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 ₹ 70,771 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 ₹ 58,455 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 35% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	₹ 43,581
Fastest flight time	30h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Chennai in the past 72 hours is ₹ 43,581. The best return flight deal from Chennai to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 54,287.

The fastest flight from Chennai to South Africa takes 30h 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 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chennai to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 55,517	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,534 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom ₹ 56,250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,040 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 60,700	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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