MAA - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
R11 020
Typical prices: R16 617-R22 024
Ethiopian Air
Tue 20/11Wed 28/11
MAA - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 062
Typical prices: R7 411-R10 675
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/12
MAA - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
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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 885 (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

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 1:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
30h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 020Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 10
Qatar Airways Logo
3:15 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:25 - 2:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 117Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 21
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:05 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 1:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
30h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R13 480Ethiopian Air
Just now
Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 21
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 1:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
30h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 012Ethiopian Air
Just now
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 10
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 - 19:55MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 20m2 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
R14 029Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:25 - 10:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
R14 328Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 14
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 - 17:20MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 2:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 345Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 8:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 527Ethiopian Air
Just now
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 10
Singapore Airlines Logo
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
R15 458Singapore Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 14
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:30 - 9:25MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 22:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R16 622Singapore Airlines
2 days ago
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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 typically range from R16 617 to R22 024. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 020 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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.

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

    A direct flight from Chennai to Cape Town takes 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.

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

    Return flights from Chennai to Cape Town range from R16 617 to R22 024, with an average of R20 244 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 617 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 R11 020 to R31 814. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 508, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • 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 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) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 21% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Chennai to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R16 622 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R27 459, a difference of R10 837.

    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 Chennai to Cape Town?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 54m, compared to 25h 20m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 31h 06m 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.

  • 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.

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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average R16 622, which is about R10 837 less than Wednesday fares (39% 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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