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Cheapest return flight
R13 301
Typical prices: R13 357-R15 895
Qatar Airways
Wed 21/11Tue 27/11
CPT - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R7 299-R9 999
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/12
CPT - MAA • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 27% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R13 664 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 16h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Chennai (CPT-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Chennai

Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:05 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 301Qatar Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
Qatar Airways Logo
13:50 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
32h 55m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
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4:05 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 554Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 1:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
30h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 637Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 1:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 - 14:10MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 803Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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21:05 - 14:10MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 35m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R15 968Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 - 11:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
26h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:25 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
R16 565Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
15h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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21:45 - 18:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 658Emirates
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Emirates Logo
18:10 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
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3:55 - 16:45MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 619Emirates
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Emirates Logo
18:10 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
3:55 - 16:45MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 668Emirates
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
Qatar Airways Logo
13:50 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
32h 55m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
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3:15 - 12:40MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lusaka Harare
R20 441Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Chennai flights

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Chennai typically range from R13 357 to R15 895. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 301 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Chennai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Chennai. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 45% higher.

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Key details for Cape Town to Chennai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Chennai

When to book flights from Cape Town to Chennai

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

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

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

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

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

    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 Cape Town to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Chennai range from R13 357 to R15 895, with an average of R14 443 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 357 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Chennai 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 R13 301 to R35 399. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 617, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

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

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

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU) – 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Cape Town to Chennai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R12 672 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R21 037, a difference of R8 365.

    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 Cape Town to Chennai?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 10m, compared to 16h 13m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 22h 09m via Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU).

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

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

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Chennai 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 Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R12 672, about R8 365 less than Saturday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Chennai trip for May. Fares historically average R10 601 return in that month – typically R8 945 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Trident Chennai
    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai

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