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Cheapest return flight
₹ 63,676
Typical prices: ₹ 64,213-₹ 86,163
Etihad Airways
Sun 25/3Wed 4/4
MAA - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 29,987
Typical prices: ₹ 32,492-₹ 46,229
Ethiopian Air
Sat 1/12
MAA - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 26% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 70,354 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 14h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to OR Tambo (MAA-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to OR Tambo

Thu, 25 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr
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16:05 - 08:25MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:45 - 08:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
19h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 63,676Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
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16:05 - 08:25MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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09:45 - 02:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
13h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 65,574Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 25 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr
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10:10 - 20:10MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 08:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
15h 30m2 stops Victoria Seychelles Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 73,924Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 25 Mar - Sat, 3 Apr
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07:00 - 10:55MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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01:15 - 08:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
27h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 76,297Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
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18:00 - 10:55MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 25m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:10 - 15:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
23h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 76,297Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
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04:05 - 11:05MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl
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12:40 - 02:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
34h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 83,129Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Thu, 25 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr
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15:55 - 10:55MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 30m3 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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19:10 - 23:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
25h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
₹ 119,570Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
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04:05 - 21:35MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl
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09:25 - 02:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
37h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 129,154Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 25 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
04:05 - 12:25MAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 50m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl Durban King Shaka Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
09:25 - 02:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
37h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 130,198Qatar Airways
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from ₹ 64,213 to ₹ 86,163. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 63,676 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at ₹ 54,186 return.
•June (₹ 87,590) and January (₹ 83,509) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

₹ 29,987
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 85% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Chennai to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 11,421 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from ₹ 64,213 to ₹ 86,163, with an average of ₹ 72,842 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 64,213 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the ₹ 72,842 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 ₹ 63,676 to ₹ 130,198. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 53,265, which is 52% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 411 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 70,034 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 79,239, a difference of ₹ 9,205.

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 03m, compared to 15h 01m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 15h 32m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Chennai and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

Your guide to booking Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 70,034, about ₹ 9,205 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for February. Fares historically average ₹ 54,186 return in that month – typically ₹ 33,404 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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