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Flights from Durban to Chennai

There are no direct flights from Durban to Chennai. The easiest way is one stop via Dubai or Doha, about 14h 27m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 14h 27m
DURMAADXB

Durban to Chennai at a glance

Fastest journey14h 27mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Dubai or Doha

Best ways to fly from Durban to Chennai

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
DUR Dubai (DXB) MAA
Leg 1: Emirates · Leg 2: Emirates, IndiGo
One airline, one ticket ~14h 27m
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DUR Doha (DOH) MAA
Leg 1: Qatar Airways · Leg 2: IndiGo, Qatar Airways
One airline, one ticket ~14h 43m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
7,113 km4,417 miles
Journey time
14h 27mestimate
Time difference
+3.5hChennai vs Durban
Currency in Chennai
INR
Airports
DUR → MAA

Flights from Durban to Chennai: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Durban to Chennai?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Dubai and Doha. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Durban to Chennai?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 14h 27m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,113 km.
Where do you change planes between Durban and Chennai?
The best connecting points are Dubai (DXB) and Doha (DOH). Emirates flies both legs via Dubai, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Durban and Chennai?
Durban: King Shaka International Airport (DUR). Chennai: Chennai International Airport (MAA).
What is the time difference between Durban and Chennai?
Chennai is 3.5 hours ahead of Durban.

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