Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to JNB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MAA and JNB include:
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
At the moment, ج.م. 14,842 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 28,019. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAA to JNB, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAA to JNB.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, data shows 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MAA:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you have a late Chennai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to central Johannesburg has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Johannesburg in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAA to JNB sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel around 18 kilometres west to Soweto to check off its top attractions. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
