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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to Cape Town

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:45 - 14:10MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 8:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 170Ethiopian Air
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
13h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 250Ethiopian Air
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 - 14:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 075Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 - 17:20MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 091Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 23
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 - 10:15MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 2:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 715Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Etihad Airways Logo
4:05 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Etihad Airways Logo
15:10 - 2:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 852Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 2:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 348Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 364Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:05 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 2:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 652Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 15:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
45h 45m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
R15 732Multiple 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 R9 170. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R17 354 to R23 120. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 170 on Ethiopian Air.

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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 348 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R26 439 – a R9 090 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 Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. 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 R9 170 to R36 729. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chennai to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R8 949.

  • 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 R49 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 354 to R23 120, with an average of R20 449 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 354 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 348 – about R9 090 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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