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 cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Chennai?

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

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 576 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R20 879, a difference of R8 302. 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 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.

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 R11 508 to R39 160. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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.

How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Chennai flight?

Return flights from Cape Town to Chennai range from R13 256 to R15 775, with an average of R14 334 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 256 counts as a good deal.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Chennai typically range from R13 256 to R15 775. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 508 on Air Mauritius.

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.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cape Town to Chennai?

Air Mauritius (R11 508) and Ethiopian Air (R15 667) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Chennai?

Dubai Intl (DXB) is the most popular stopover for the Cape Town to Chennai route. 37% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DXB.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to Chennai?

Flights via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R13 561. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cape Town to Chennai, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Chennai stopovers at 8h 53m over the past 3 months.

R11 508 CHEAP FLIGHTS from Cape Town to Chennai (CPT - MAA)

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Typical prices: R13 256-R15 775

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May

Cheapest • 27% price drop

November

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Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)

Cheapest • Avg R13 561 (return)

Dubai Intl (DXB)

Shortest trip • 16h 13m (one-way)

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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Chennai

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17

23:35 - 6:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

27h 15m1 stop Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

8:20 - 21:50MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 00m1 stop Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

R11 508Air Mauritius

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17

12:35 - 2:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

10:10 - 8:15MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 894Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17

12:35 - 2:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

20:45 - 16:45MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 30m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Dubai Intl

R15 536Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22

15:10 - 1:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

30h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

2:10 - 13:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 667Ethiopian Air

2 days ago

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22

13:50 - 1:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

31h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

2:10 - 14:10MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R16 917Ethiopian Air

1 day ago

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

13:40 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

15h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 18:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 508Emirates

3+ days ago

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

13:40 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

15h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 18:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 558Emirates

19 hours ago

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

13:40 - 8:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

15h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 18:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 574Emirates

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17

6:05 - 8:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 20m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bengaluru Intl

10:10 - 8:15MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 166Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17

6:05 - 8:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 20m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bengaluru Intl

20:45 - 16:45MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 30m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Dubai Intl

R18 528Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Recent last minute flight deals from Cape Town to Chennai

Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Nov 1

15:10 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

13h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

2:10 - 13:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R15 305Ethiopian Air

1 day ago

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 3

19:30 - 2:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

27h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

4:05 - 17:25MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R15 453Qatar Airways

1 day ago

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Nov 5

13:50 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

15h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

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

30h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R16 506Ethiopian Air

1 day ago

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Nov 7

13:15 - 20:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

27h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 16:45MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 492Emirates

1 day ago

Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Nov 7

13:15 - 8:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

15h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 18:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 492Emirates

1 day ago

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 1

13:15 - 2:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

33h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 18:00MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 492Emirates

1 day ago

Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Nov 5

13:15 - 2:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

33h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 16:45MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

R17 492Emirates

1 day ago

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4

20:00 - 20:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

21h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

9:50 - 8:15MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 821Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 3

13:15 - 7:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb

7:10 - 17:25MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 45m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl

R18 429Oman Air

1 day ago

Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Nov 6

13:15 - 7:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai

38h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb

15:00 - 17:25MAA Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl

53h 55m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl

R18 478Oman Air

1 day ago

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Chennai? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Chennai departing in November.
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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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 256 to R15 775, with an average of R14 334 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 256 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 R11 508 to R39 160. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
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 576 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R20 879, a difference of R8 302.

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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R12 576, about R8 302 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 521 return in that month – typically R8 877 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.

• Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
• Trident Chennai

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