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Cheapest round-trip
$758
Typical prices: $711-$904
Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air
Sat 12/1Sat 12/15
JNB - MAA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 11% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU)
Cheapest • Avg $688 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 14h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Chennai (JNB-MAA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Chennai

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:20 pm - 2:15 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:10 am - 8:10 pmMAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$758Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:50 am - 7:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
17h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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10:10 am - 8:10 pmMAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$775Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:10 pm - 2:15 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
34h 35m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
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10:10 am - 8:10 pmMAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$906Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:35 pm - 2:15 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
32h 10m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
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3:15 am - 7:55 amMAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 10m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lusaka Harare
$1,142Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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2:35 pm - 2:15 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAA Chennai
32h 10m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
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9:45 pm - 10:55 amMAA  Chennai-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,189Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai at $694 round-trip.
•December ($889) and August ($871) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$758
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Chennai

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai takes 00m, covering 4,410 miles.

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

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai range from $711 to $904, with an average of $779 over the past 12 months. Anything below $711 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $779 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $758 to $1,189. That means the highest observed fare was about 56% higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $739 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $864, a difference of $125.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 03m, compared with 16h via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 16h 16m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

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

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $739, about $125 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chennai trip for October. Fares historically average $694 round-trip in that month - typically $195 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Trident Chennai
    • Hotel Mount Manor

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