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CAD 957 CAD 7,000

Duration

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Stops From Johannesburg

Departure From Johannesburg

6 AM - 12 PM

CAD 1,086

12 PM - 6 PM

CAD 958

After 6 PM

CAD 1,290

Arrival at Chennai

Before 6 AM

CAD 1,353

6 AM - 12 PM

CAD 958

12 PM - 6 PM

CAD 1,290

After 6 PM

CAD 1,586

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Star Alliance

(12)

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Layover Duration

1 h 15 m 20 h 30 m

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Johannesburg To Chennai Flights

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Ethiopian Airlines

CAD 992

CAD 958

Transit Visa may be required

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

Ethiopian Airlines ET | 808

14:30

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal A

Johannesburg, South Africa

05 h 15 m

20:45

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Ethiopian Airlines ET | 692

23:05

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

06 h 40 m

08:15

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Ethiopian Airlines

CAD 1,124

CAD 1,086

Transit Visa may be required

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

Ethiopian Airlines ET | 848

08:20

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal A

Johannesburg, South Africa

05 h 25 m

14:45

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Ethiopian Airlines ET | 692

23:05

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

06 h 40 m

08:15

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Turkish Airlines

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CAD 1,328

CAD 1,290

Transit Visa may be required

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

Turkish Airlines TK | 43

18:00

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal A

Johannesburg, South Africa

09 h 45 m

04:45

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Istanbul, Turkey

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Turkish Airlines TK | 7752 | Operated By IndiGo

17:55

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Istanbul, Turkey

08 h 40 m

05:05

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T3

New Delhi, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Turkish Airlines TK | 8433 | Operated By IndiGo

09:15

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T1

New Delhi, India

02 h 50 m

12:05

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Etihad Airways

CAD 1,353

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

Etihad Airways EY | 748

09:45

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal B

Johannesburg, South Africa

08 h

19:45

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal A

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Etihad Airways EY | 340

21:00

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal A

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

04 h 20 m

02:50

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Air Tanzania, Air India

CAD 1,442

CAD 1,404

Transit Visa may be required

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

Air Tanzania TC | 209

14:15

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Johannesburg, South Africa

03 h 25 m

18:40

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Air Tanzania TC | 400

20:10

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal T3

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

06 h

04:40

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Mumbai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Air India AI | 2821

06:40

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

02 h 15 m

08:55

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T4

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Turkish Airlines

CAD 1,477

CAD 1,439

Transit Visa may be required

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

Turkish Airlines TK | 43

18:00

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal A

Johannesburg, South Africa

09 h 45 m

04:45

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Istanbul, Turkey

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Turkish Airlines TK | 7851 | Operated By IndiGo

17:55

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Istanbul, Turkey

08 h 10 m

04:35

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Turkish Airlines TK | 7847 | Operated By IndiGo

09:50

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Mumbai, India

02 h 10 m

12:00

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

South African Airways, IndiGo

CAD 1,576

Transit Visa may be required | Re Check-in of Baggage required

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

South African Airways SA | 7160 | Operated By Emirates

13:30

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal B

Johannesburg, South Africa

08 h 10 m

23:40

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal T3

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

IndiGo 6E | 1478

05:15

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T1

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

02 h 50 m

09:35

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Ahmedabad, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

IndiGo 6E | 348

21:45

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T1

Ahmedabad, India

02 h 30 m

00:15

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

South African Airways, IndiGo

CAD 1,586

Transit Visa may be required | Re Check-in of Baggage required

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

South African Airways SA | 7160 | Operated By Emirates

13:30

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal B

Johannesburg, South Africa

08 h 10 m

23:40

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal T3

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

IndiGo 6E | 1478

05:15

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T1

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

02 h 50 m

09:35

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Ahmedabad, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

IndiGo 6E | 6539

16:50

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T1

Ahmedabad, India

02 h 25 m

19:15

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T1

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Etihad Airways

CAD 1,649

CAD 1,611

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

Etihad Airways EY | 748

09:45

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal B

Johannesburg, South Africa

08 h

19:45

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal A

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Etihad Airways EY | 342

02:35

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal A

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

04 h 20 m

08:25

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Air Tanzania, Air India

CAD 1,674

CAD 1,636

Transit Visa may be required

Johannesburg to Chennai , 29 Jun

Air Tanzania TC | 209

14:15

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Johannesburg, South Africa

03 h 25 m

18:40

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Air Tanzania TC | 400

20:10

Mon, 29 Jun 26

Terminal T3

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

06 h

04:40

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Mumbai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Air India AI | 2739

09:00

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

02 h 10 m

11:10

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T4

Chennai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Chennai Address

Tirisulam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Tel: (044) 2234 1971 (domestic terminal) | (044( 2234 0551 (international terminal)

Johannesburg Address

OR Tambo International Airport
Airport St
Ground Floor
Kempton Park
South Africa
Tel: +27-11-921-6262 (Helpdesk)

Johannesburg to Chennai Flights Information:-

Looking for Johannesburg to Chennai Flight? Hereโ€™s all you need to know! For convenience and to save time, pick the airport that is closest to your destination. The nearest airport to Chennai is Chennai International Airport and the IATA code for the same is MAA.
Currently, there are 10 airlines operating flights between the two destinations and approximately 17 flights take off from Johannesburg to Chennai every week.

Need information on Johannesburg to Chennai airfare?

The minimum airfare for a Johannesburg to Chennai flight would be 957, which may go up to 6698 depending on the route, booking time and availability.
It is recommended that you book a round-trip, since it always works out to be more economical.

Flight Details for Johannesburg to Chennai

If you are looking for Johannesburg to Chennai flights, there is no dearth of options to choose from. Several reputed airlines currently offer both direct and indirect flights between the two destinations. Some of these are Air India, Air Tanzania, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, IndiGo, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, Srilankan Airlines, Turkish Airlines. Out of these, only 0 airlines operate direct flights. Indirect flights may involve more travel time, but they usually cost lesser than direct flights.

The number of flights operated by each airline is as follows:Air India : 3, Air Tanzania : 3, Emirates : 3, Ethiopian Airlines : 3, Etihad Airways : 3, IndiGo : 3, Singapore Airlines : 3, South African Airways : 3, Srilankan Airlines : 3, Turkish Airlines : 3

To board the first Johannesburg to Chennai flight, choose Ethiopian Airlines, which departs at 08:20 The last flight for this route is Emirates, Air India, departing at 22:20

Chennai Airport Information

Chennai International Airport
Tirisulam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Tel: (044) 2234 1971 (domestic terminal) | (044( 2234 0551 (international terminal)

About Johannesburg (JNB)

Located on the highveld and being South Africa's central plateau, Johannesburg is one of the modern and enchanting cities in the world. It is the second largest city of South Africa in terms of population. The city has a population of more than 3 million people. On the map of the world, Johannesburg is also known as the city of prospects, commerce and potential. Having over 125 years of history, Johannesburg is also known as the city of gold mines. Also referred as Jo'burg or Jozi, the city is the heartbeat of South Africa. Earlier, crime was a serious issue for the city but now with the changing time, it has developed as a prosperous city. People are caring, frank and fun-loving. The wide roads, lush green outfields, and pleasant climate are some of the best things which attract travelers from across the world to this fascinating metropolis. In the terms of climate, one can say that Johannesburg is quite lucky. You will surely admire and enjoy the pleasant climate of this city throughout the year. It is also said that due to the availability of natural resources, the city boasts of world's cleanest water. The infrastructure, vast Telecoms sector, better health facilities and educational centers make this beautiful city, center of people's attraction. The nightlife of Johannesburg is quite vibrant and lively. People love to dance on the floor, listen to loud music, are mad over cricket and like to watch live performance of their favorite stars. Here, you will find many outstanding pubs and bars to spend a night with gusto. Apart from its breathtaking beauties like Absa Museum, The cultural center, African Flea Market, Alexandra Township and Carlton Panorama, Fashion and shopping are two other interesting sources of attractions in the city. Come and log onto MakeMyTrip.com to book your Johannesburg flights, air tickets and hotels. Here, you can book all the mentioned things at quite attractive prices. Being a leading online travel portal, MakeMyTrip assures its customers of a comfortable and relaxed journey.

About Chennai (MAA)

Chennai formally known as Madras is known as the Gateway to the South. Due to its cultural and traditional values, Chennai is the heart of Tamil Culture. Being the capital city of Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is also known as the fourth largest city of India. The city is a perfect example of deep rooted culture and heritage. The long standing coconut palms along the streets, beautiful beaches, and warm hospitality show the real colours of this fascinating city. Long stretched gold-sand beaches as well as lush green fields offer great peace to mind. It is an immense pleasure to spend an evening during the time of sunset with your beloved here. It will be an unforgettable moment of your life while moving at the shore of Chennai beaches holding the hands of your partner. It is quite a lively city and, therefore it lures not just the Indian travellers but also the people across the world. To enjoy your holidays in a grand way, Chennai has many touristsโ€™ attractions sites. There are some prominent places like Fort St. George, The Marina Beach, Santhome Cathedral Basilica, Vivekananda House and Museum, Kapaleeshwara Temple, and Fort Museum which will give you a deeper picture of this metropolis. All these attractions will surely give you a time of your life. Those who like to spend time with animals, can go to Guindy National Park and Snake Park where they can find various species of animals and birds. If you are in this region, then don't miss the chance to enjoy the festive season. The most famous festival of Chennai is 'pongal', celebrated with great zeal and gusto. Though the climate of the city remains hot during all the months but still the winter season is considered as the best time to visit here. The best thing about the city's climate is that it is less humid. To enjoy a comfortable and pleasant trip, just log onto MakeMyTrip.com where you will get some attractive discounts on your every booking. From flight tickets to hotel booking, this online travel portal offers you every tour related services to make your holidays more enjoyable. With following few simple steps, you can book your entire tour package here with great ease.

Frequently Asked Questions - Johannesburg to Chennai Flights

Is there a way to make flexible departure date bookings for your Johannesburg to Chennai flight tickets?

Some travel portals like MakeMyTrip offer flexible departure and arrival booking option with certain air carrier when booking from Johannesburg to Chennai. You can check the flexible booking flight options once you get the results filters based on your search and make the booking accordingly. Please note, some airlines make charge extra for flexible travel dates.

What is the best time to book cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Chennai?

To get cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Chennai, the best time would be to plan your trip during the off season. At that time the flight tickets are usually cheaper than the peak season and the accommodation booking is also available at the affordable price. The other way of booking cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg (JNB) to Chennai (MAA) is to book atleast 4 weeks in advance before your departure date to get competitive pricing on your tickets even during the peak season.

How do MakeMyTrip finds the lowest available dare for flights from Johannesburg to Chennai?

MakeMyTrip is a popular travel portal that also works as a travel search engine that allows you to see best available results for your flight search. Every time you make search for flights to any destination, the MMT algorithm picks all the available air carriers for the route and filter rates basis on the cheapest fare available in their system. At MMT, you can not only search flights on the basis of the fare, but you can also see which flight offers direct route, which has multiple stop-overs, baggage allowance, in-flight meal options, cancellation policy, etc. You can also check available discounts offered by payments partners and air carriers when booking the flight.

Can I cancel my ticket from Johannesburg to Chennai without cancellation charges?

To avoid cancellation charges on your air tickets, you need to make a selection at the time of booking for ZERO cancellation. Please note, the zero cancellation facility is chargeable with minimum amount and can help you save a lot at the time sudden cancellations.

Which airlines offer cheapest airfare from Johannesburg to Chennai?

There is no set pricing for airlines to offer cheap flight fare from Johannesburg to Chennai. These fares are mostly decided on the basis of algorithms followed by air carriers to final the prizing based on demand. However, some multiple route flights with stop-overs offer cheap flights as compared to direct flight departing from Johannesburg to Chennai.

Can I find cheap accommodation near to airport when travelling from Johannesburg to Chennai?

There are several accommodation options available near the Chennai International Airport. You can check for both budget friendly and well as five star accommodation near the airport depending on your requirement and budget. These hotels are mostly suitable for business travellers.

Is passport mandatory to travel from Johannesburg to Chennai?

When making an international trip, passport is mandatory as it defines your identity to the other nation officials. The VISA norms may differ from country to country, which means some would allow Visa on arrival and others may require you to obtain visa in advance. But the availability of passport is mandatory at the time of departure and arrival as well.