How long does it take to fly to Chennai?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in France you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from Lyon to Chennai takes 13h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Paris to Chennai takes 13h 37m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Air India, Lufthansa and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from France according to our data. Air India is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from France to Chennai?

Air India is the most popular carrier operating from France to Chennai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from France to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from France to Chennai Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from France to Chennai Airport?

As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from France to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from France to Chennai Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from France to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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14:40 - 15:05LYS-MAA

20h 55m2 stops

12:45 - 13:35MAA-LYS

28h 20m3 stops

₹ 35,985

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Mon, 8 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep

06:15 - 15:05LYS-MAA

29h 20m3 stops

12:45 - 13:35MAA-LYS

28h 20m3 stops

₹ 37,382

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Mon, 8 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep

11:15 - 19:10CDG-MAA

27h 25m1 stop

20:40 - 17:55MAA-CDG

25h 45m1 stop

₹ 43,147Air India

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Wed, 29 Oct - Sun, 9 Nov

20:45 - 08:15CDG-MAA

32h 00m1 stop

03:00 - 19:15MAA-CDG

19h 45m1 stop

₹ 43,322Air India

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Sun, 17 Aug - Wed, 10 Sep

10:30 - 14:35CDG-MAA

24h 35m1 stop

03:55 - 07:10MAA-CDG

31h 45m1 stop

₹ 47,077Etihad Airways

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Wed, 17 Sep - Mon, 10 Nov

10:30 - 20:10CDG-MAA

30h 10m1 stop

16:35 - 08:00MAA-CDG

18h 55m1 stop

₹ 47,165Etihad Airways

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Tue, 16 Sep - Wed, 15 Oct

06:05 - 00:10MRS-MAA

14h 35m1 stop

01:55 - 18:10MAA-MRS

19h 45m1 stop

₹ 49,960Lufthansa

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Thu, 25 Sep - Wed, 8 Oct

06:50 - 00:10LYS-MAA

13h 50m1 stop

01:55 - 13:40MAA-LYS

15h 15m1 stop

₹ 50,658Lufthansa

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Thu, 11 Sep - Thu, 16 Oct

18:35 - 09:10BOD-MAA

34h 05m2 stops

04:05 - 17:25MAA-BOD

17h 50m2 stops

₹ 144,202Qatar Airways

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Mon, 29 Dec - Fri, 9 Jan

10:10 - 02:50BOD-MAA

37h 10m2 stops

03:55 - 20:40MAA-BOD

44h 15m2 stops

₹ 157,914Qatar Airways

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Sat, 16 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug

Air India flights from France to Chennai

Our best Air India deals on France to Chennai flight tickets

Air India

29 Oct

CDG11:15Paris Charles de Gaulle

27h 25m

1 stop

MAA19:10Chennai

9 Nov

MAA20:40Chennai

25h 45m

1 stop

CDG17:55Paris Charles de Gaulle

₹ 43,147

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Air India

17 Aug

CDG20:45Paris Charles de Gaulle

32h 00m

1 stop

MAA08:15Chennai

10 Sept

MAA03:00Chennai

19h 45m

1 stop

CDG19:15Paris Charles de Gaulle

₹ 43,322

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Air India

19 Aug

CDG20:45Paris Charles de Gaulle

35h 55m

1 stop

MAA12:10Chennai

9 Sept

MAA04:55Chennai

17h 50m

1 stop

CDG19:15Paris Charles de Gaulle

₹ 43,409

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Kuwait Airways flights from France to Chennai

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Kuwait Airways

28 Sept

CDG15:10Paris Charles de Gaulle

12h 10m

1 stop

MAA06:50Chennai

28 Oct

MAA02:50Chennai

14h 20m

1 stop

CDG12:40Paris Charles de Gaulle

₹ 45,680

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Kuwait Airways

5 Oct

CDG15:10Paris Charles de Gaulle

12h 10m

1 stop

MAA06:50Chennai

9 Dec

MAA02:50Chennai

14h 20m

1 stop

CDG12:40Paris Charles de Gaulle

₹ 45,855

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Kuwait Airways

29 Oct

CDG14:10Paris Charles de Gaulle

12h 10m

1 stop

MAA06:50Chennai

8 Nov

MAA02:50Chennai

14h 20m

1 stop

CDG12:40Paris Charles de Gaulle

₹ 46,466

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Depart

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Price

LyonChennai

LYS - MAA

LYSMAA

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 8/9

14:40-15:05

2 stops20h 55m

Chennai

Fri 12/9

12:45-13:35

3 stops28h 20m

₹ 35,985

LyonChennai

LYS - MAA

LYSMAA

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 8/9

06:15-15:05

3 stops29h 20m

Chennai

Fri 12/9

12:45-13:35

3 stops28h 20m

₹ 37,382

ParisChennai

CDG - MAA

CDGMAA

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 29/10

11:15-19:10

1 stop27h 25m

Chennai

Sun 9/11

20:40-17:55

1 stop25h 45m

₹ 43,147

ParisChennai

CDG - MAA

CDGMAA

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sun 17/8

20:45-08:15

1 stop32h 00m

Chennai

Wed 10/9

03:00-19:15

1 stop19h 45m

₹ 43,322

ParisChennai

CDG - MAA

CDGMAA

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 17/9

10:30-14:35

1 stop24h 35m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

03:55-07:10

1 stop31h 45m

₹ 47,077

ParisChennai

CDG - MAA

CDGMAA

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Tue 16/9

10:30-20:10

1 stop30h 10m

Chennai

Wed 15/10

16:35-08:00

1 stop18h 55m

₹ 47,165

MarseilleChennai

MRS - MAA

MRSMAA

Marseille

Thu 25/9

06:05-00:10

1 stop14h 35m

Chennai

Wed 8/10

01:55-18:10

1 stop19h 45m

₹ 49,960

LyonChennai

LYS - MAA

LYSMAA

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 11/9

06:50-00:10

1 stop13h 50m

Chennai

Thu 16/10

01:55-13:40

1 stop15h 15m

₹ 50,658

BordeauxChennai

BOD - MAA

BODMAA

Bordeaux

Mon 29/12

18:35-09:10

2 stops34h 05m

Chennai

Fri 9/1

04:05-17:25

2 stops17h 50m

₹ 144,202

BordeauxChennai

BOD - MAA

BODMAA

Bordeaux

Sat 16/8

10:10-02:50

2 stops37h 10m

Chennai

Tue 19/8

03:55-20:40

2 stops44h 15m

₹ 157,914

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of March is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from France averaging around ₹ 51,706.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from France is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as ₹ 52,080. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from France to Chennai on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 67,074. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Our data shows that the cheapest France to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the evening for as low as ₹ 57,818. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around ₹ 83,787. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from France when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 59,386 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from France for as low as ₹ 54,589 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on France to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a France to Chennai flight.

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Best price found	₹ 18,779
Fastest flight time	12h 05m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chennai	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chennai from France in the past 72 hours is ₹ 18,779. The best return flight deal from France to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 35,985.

The fastest flight from France to Chennai takes 12h 05m

There are no direct flights from France to Chennai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport - Chennai Airport, Paris Orly Airport - Chennai Airport and Nice Côte d'Azur Airport - Chennai Airport.

There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from France to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from France to Chennai Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from France to Chennai Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from France to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from France to Chennai Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from France to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from France to Chennai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 25,643	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 37,968	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,230 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 38,859	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,276 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Vistara	PriceFrom ₹ 39,321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 229 reviews	Search Vistara flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 41,245	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,928 reviews	Search Air India flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 44,910	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,300 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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