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Flight deals from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.$1,045 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,045, select.
Chennai.$1,056 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,056, select.
Chennai.$1,090 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chennai on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,090, select.
Chennai.$1,096 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,096, select.
Chennai.$1,099 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sun, 23 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,099, select.
Chennai.$1,162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,162, select.
Chennai.$1,243 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chennai on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,243, select.
Chennai.$1,354 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Chennai on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,354, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Chennai Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Chennai Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
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Aug
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Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:January

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Johannesburg to Chennai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,045
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai is $1,045. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,045.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Chennai is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Chennai Airport on Sunday, 27 July 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Chennai is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to catch your JNB to MAA flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between JNB and MAA include:

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Currently, $549 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,045. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JNB to MAA if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • Landing cheap flights from JNB to MAA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Of the flights that depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to JNB? If you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you're getting in on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MAA:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and find adventure across Chennai and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • Chennai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key reasons to visit.

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