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Cheapest return flight
R12 848
Typical prices: R17 657-R23 525
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/10Wed 7/11
MAA - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R11 753 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 15h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Cape Town (MAA-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to Cape Town

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 7
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3:15 - 17:25MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 2:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 848Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 7
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3:15 - 17:25MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 2:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 979Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 23
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17:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 10:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
40h 05m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
R14 412Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 7
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3:15 - 17:25MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:00 - 2:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
40h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
R14 640Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 7
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3:15 - 17:25MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:50 - 2:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
33h 10m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
R14 689Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 7
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4:05 - 9:45MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 2:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 552Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 7
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9:50 - 9:25MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 22:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
32h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R16 252Singapore Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 23
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4:05 - 10:15MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 2:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R16 382Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 23
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4:05 - 10:15MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 2:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 082Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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10:15 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
54h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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19:30 - 2:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 099Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Cape Town flights

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

Return flights from Chennai to Cape Town start at R12 848. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R17 657 to R23 525. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 848 on Qatar Airways.

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When to book flights from Chennai to Cape Town

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 17% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Chennai to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R17 652 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R26 902 – a R9 250 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    A direct flight from Chennai to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 13 408 km.

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

    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 Chennai to Cape Town 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 R12 848 to R39 766. 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 Chennai to Cape Town?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 54m, compared to 22h 47m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 32h 34m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Return flights from Chennai to Cape Town range from R17 657 to R23 525, with an average of R20 808 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 657 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chennai to Cape Town 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 Sunday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average R17 652 – about R9 250 less than Wednesday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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