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Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways1 stop
MAA - CPT
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways1 stop
CPT - MAA
13420R
12587R
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Tue, 09 Jun
Air Mauritius
Air Mauritius1 stop
MAA - CPT
7892R
7392R
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Fri, 24 Apr
Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines1 stop
MAA - CPT
8288R
7767R
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Thu, 23 Apr
Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines1 stop
MAA - CPT
8290R
7768R
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 17 May
Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines1 stop
MAA - CPT
9015R
8446R
Prime price per passenger
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Cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Cape Town

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of April. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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8116R

Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
270%Trains are 270% more expensive in Cape Town than in Chennai.
ChennaiR 5,38
Cape TownR 20,00
MealMid-priced restaurant
640%The average meal is 640% more expensive in Cape Town than in Chennai.
ChennaiR 26,88
Cape TownR 200,00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
20%A taxi fare in Cape Town is 20% cheaper than in Chennai.
ChennaiR 25,99
Cape TownR 20,00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
28%Coffee is 28% more expensive in Cape Town than in Chennai.
ChennaiR 30,64
Cape TownR 39,36
Distance: 8369 kms
Chennai airports
Chennai International Airport (MAA)How far from city centre: 16 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Chennai to Cape Town

Planning a trip from Chennai to Cape Town? Flights to Cape Town from Chennai require careful consideration of the time difference. eDreams offers various flights to Cape Town from Chennai, making your booking process smooth and efficient.

Time Difference Between Chennai and Cape Town

Chennai is 3.5 hours ahead of Cape Town. Keep in mind that Daylight Saving Time might affect this difference, so it's always best to double-check before you fly. This time difference can impact your schedule, so plan accordingly to minimise jet lag and make the most of your trip.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town boasts a Mediterranean climate, offering sunny summers and mild winters. Temperatures in the main seasons range from 16°C to 27°C in summer (December to February) and 8°C to 20°C in winter (June to August). Booking your flights to Cape Town from Chennai during November with eDreams often offers the most affordable prices and comfortable temperatures for exploring this beautiful city.

Chennai Airports

Chennai is primarily served by one major airport for passenger flights to Cape Town from Chennai.

Airport Information

Chennai International Airport (MAA)

Chennai International Airport (MAA) is the main airport serving Chennai and is located about 21 km southwest of the city centre. It's the sixth busiest airport in India and a major hub for both domestic and international flights to Cape Town from Chennai. The airport has two terminals, one for domestic flights and another for international flights.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are three airlines that commonly offer flights from Chennai to Cape Town:

  • Air India
  • Emirates
  • British Airways

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is primarily served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Book your flights to Cape Town from Chennai with eDreams.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport offers various facilities including duty-free shops, restaurants, cafes, premium lounges, a conference centre, prayer rooms, medical services, baby changing facilities and ATMs. For those travelling from Chennai to Cape Town, it's good to know that you can find car hire services with eDreams at this airport.

From Cape Town International Airport, you can reach the city centre by various means:

  • Public Transport: The MyCiti bus system connects the airport to the Civic Centre, with services running from 05:00 to midnight. The journey takes around 30 minutes. You'll need a myconnect card, available for purchase at the airport station.
  • Taxi: Metered taxis are readily available outside the terminal. Fares to the city centre range from 300-400 ZAR.
  • Car Rental: {Brand} car rental services are available at Cape Town Airport. This is a good option if you're planning on exploring the region during your trip. Booking in advance is recommended.

Book your flights to Cape Town from Chennai and your car hire with eDreams today.

What to Do and See in Cape Town

Planning your flights to Cape Town from Chennai? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Cape Town offers a vibrant mix of nature, culture, and history. Here are some must-do activities:

  • Table Mountain: Ascend this iconic landmark via cable car or hike to the top for panoramic city views. Enjoy breathtaking scenery and spot the unique fynbos vegetation.
  • Cape Point: Explore the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point Nature Reserve, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Hike the trails, admire the dramatic cliffs and keep an eye out for wildlife.
  • Robben Island: Take a ferry to this historic island, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and learn about Nelson Mandela's imprisonment and the struggle against apartheid. Reflect on this poignant chapter in South Africa's history.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Chennai to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Chennai to Cape Town?
When you fly from Chennai to Cape Town the average price is R13 694. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
For flights from Chennai to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Chennai to Cape Town is R7392. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Chennai to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs about $ 20.00 ZAR, 23% more expensive than Chennai, with a fare of $ 25.99 ZAR,
Comparing transport prices, a cab ride in Cape Town costs an average of 20.00 ZAR, the same as in Chennai,
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 20.00 ZAR , 23% cheaper than Chennai, with a fare of 25.99 ZAR,
while train tickets cost 272% more at Cape Town: $ 20.00 ZAR versus $ 5.38 ZAR at Chennai.
while train tickets are cheaper, but cost the same in both Cape Town and Chennai: $ 20.00 ZAR.
while train tickets cost 272% less at Cape Town: $ 20.00 ZAR versus $ 5.38 ZAR at Chennai.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 200.00 ZAR in Cape Town, 644% more than the 26.88 ZAR in Chennai.
Contrasting the price of a meal, they round 200.00 ZAR in both Cape Town and Chennai.
Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 200.00 ZAR euros in Cape Town, 644% less than the 26.88 ZAR euros in Chennai.
The price of the coffee is around 28% more expensive in Cape Town, with an average of 39.36 ZAR , while in Chennai the coffee costs 30.64 ZAR.
The price of coffee is about the same in Cape Town and Chennai, with an average of 39.36 ZAR.
The price of the coffee is around 28% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 39.36 ZAR, while in Chennai the coffee costs 30.64 ZAR.
How long does the flight from Chennai to Cape Town take?
Flight length from Chennai to Cape Town is around 15 h and 50 m on average, at an average distance of 8 368,82 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Cape Town compared to Chennai?
While in Chennai the temperatures can reach an average of 31.85 ºC in summer, Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 20.58 ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather indicators show around 12.62 ºC in Cape Town, compared to the 25.07 ºC average degrees reported in Chennai.

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