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Cheapest return flight
₹ 55,253
Typical prices: ₹ 94,747-₹ 125,576
Ethiopian Air
Tue 27/11Wed 5/12
MAA - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 41,322
Typical prices: ₹ 42,255-₹ 60,864
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/11
MAA - CPT • 2 stops
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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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Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 67,765 (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

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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03:15 - 17:25MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 02:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 67,384Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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05:30 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 00m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 20:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 77,904Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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05:30 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 00m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 22:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
29h 15m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bengaluru Intl
₹ 78,852Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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04:05 - 19:55MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 02:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 81,221Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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03:15 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:25 - 02:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 86,339Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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18:55 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m3 stops Vasco da Gama Goa Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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06:00 - 06:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
20h 45m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 96,764Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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03:15 - 19:55MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 02:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
34h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 96,954Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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07:10 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 06:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
38h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb
₹ 100,934Oman Air
3+ days ago
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
03:15 - 12:40MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lusaka Harare
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15:20 - 02:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
31h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 163,201Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, 14 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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18:00 - 13:35MAA  Chennai-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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19:35 - 08:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAA Chennai
33h 35m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 241,484Multiple Airlines
3+ 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 ₹ 94,747 to ₹ 125,576. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 55,253 on Ethiopian Air.

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Key details for Chennai to Cape Town flights

Cheapest flight

₹ 41,322
One-way flight from Chennai to Cape Town

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 ₹ 94,747 to ₹ 125,576, with an average of ₹ 115,424 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 94,747 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 ₹ 55,253 to ₹ 262,145. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 42,772, which is 22% below 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 rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 281 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 ₹ 94,774 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 156,567, a difference of ₹ 61,793.

    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 Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town International Convention Centre, and Boulders 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 ₹ 94,774, about ₹ 61,793 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.

    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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