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 16h 35m 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, Etihad Airways and Lufthansa 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 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 October 2025, there are 5 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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12:55 - 14:40LYS-MAA

21h 15m2 stops

00:15 - 10:35MAA-LYS

38h 50m3 stops

₹ 41,592Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 13 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

08:35 - 14:40LYS-MAA

25h 35m3 stops

00:15 - 10:35MAA-LYS

38h 50m3 stops

₹ 44,926Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 13 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov

11:25 - 12:55CDG-MAA

21h 00m1 stop

08:05 - 18:45MAA-CDG

15h 10m1 stop

₹ 46,242Air India

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Wed, 10 Dec - Thu, 18 Dec

09:45 - 19:55CDG-MAA

29h 40m1 stop

03:55 - 07:10MAA-CDG

31h 45m1 stop

₹ 46,330Etihad Airways

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Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov

09:45 - 15:10CDG-MAA

24h 55m1 stop

03:55 - 07:10MAA-CDG

31h 45m1 stop

₹ 46,769Etihad Airways

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Fri, 21 Nov - Tue, 13 Jan

11:25 - 12:55CDG-MAA

21h 00m1 stop

06:55 - 18:45MAA-CDG

16h 20m1 stop

₹ 47,734Air India

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Sat, 15 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov

06:15 - 00:05TLS-MAA

13h 20m1 stop

01:50 - 12:50MAA-TLS

15h 30m1 stop

₹ 49,752Lufthansa

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Sun, 30 Nov - Fri, 12 Dec

06:45 - 00:05NCE-MAA

12h 50m1 stop

01:50 - 13:30MAA-NCE

16h 10m1 stop

₹ 49,927Lufthansa

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Thu, 5 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

09:05 - 02:20BOD-MAA

36h 45m2 stops

03:25 - 08:35MAA-BOD

33h 40m2 stops

₹ 77,480Qatar Airways

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Mon, 17 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov

09:05 - 02:20BOD-MAA

36h 45m2 stops

03:25 - 08:35MAA-BOD

33h 40m2 stops

₹ 103,452Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways flights from France to Chennai

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Qatar Airways

17 Nov

BOD09:05Bordeaux

36h 45m

2 stops

MAA02:20Chennai

22 Nov

MAA03:25Chennai

33h 40m

2 stops

BOD08:35Bordeaux

₹ 77,480

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Qatar Airways

30 Oct

SXB18:05Strasbourg Entzheim

27h 55m

2 stops

MAA02:30Chennai

5 Nov

MAA04:05Chennai

18h 00m

2 stops

SXB17:35Strasbourg Entzheim

₹ 116,877

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Lufthansa flights from France to Chennai

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Lufthansa

30 Nov

TLS06:15Toulouse Blagnac

13h 20m

1 stop

MAA00:05Chennai

12 Dec

MAA01:50Chennai

15h 30m

1 stop

TLS12:50Toulouse Blagnac

₹ 49,752

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Lufthansa

5 Feb

NCE06:45Nice Côte d'Azur

12h 50m

1 stop

MAA00:05Chennai

24 Feb

MAA01:50Chennai

16h 10m

1 stop

NCE13:30Nice Côte d'Azur

₹ 49,927

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Lufthansa

30 Nov

TLS06:15Toulouse Blagnac

13h 20m

1 stop

MAA00:05Chennai

13 Dec

MAA01:50Chennai

15h 20m

1 stop

TLS12:40Toulouse Blagnac

₹ 50,015

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LyonChennai

LYS - MAA

LYSMAA

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 13/11

12:55-14:40

2 stops21h 15m

Chennai

Tue 18/11

00:15-10:35

3 stops38h 50m

₹ 41,592

LyonChennai

LYS - MAA

LYSMAA

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 13/11

08:35-14:40

3 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Tue 18/11

00:15-10:35

3 stops38h 50m

₹ 44,926

ParisChennai

CDG - MAA

CDGMAA

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 10/12

11:25-12:55

1 stop21h 00m

Chennai

Thu 18/12

08:05-18:45

1 stop15h 10m

₹ 46,242

ParisChennai

CDG - MAA

CDGMAA

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 17/11

09:45-19:55

1 stop29h 40m

Chennai

Tue 25/11

03:55-07:10

1 stop31h 45m

₹ 46,330

ParisChennai

CDG - MAA

CDGMAA

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 21/11

09:45-15:10

1 stop24h 55m

Chennai

Tue 13/1

03:55-07:10

1 stop31h 45m

₹ 46,768

ParisChennai

CDG - MAA

CDGMAA

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sat 15/11

11:25-12:55

1 stop21h 00m

Chennai

Sat 29/11

06:55-18:45

1 stop16h 20m

₹ 47,734

ToulouseChennai

TLS - MAA

TLSMAA

Toulouse Blagnac

Sun 30/11

06:15-00:05

1 stop13h 20m

Chennai

Fri 12/12

01:50-12:50

1 stop15h 30m

₹ 49,752

NiceChennai

NCE - MAA

NCEMAA

Nice Côte d'Azur

Thu 5/2

06:45-00:05

1 stop12h 50m

Chennai

Tue 24/2

01:50-13:30

1 stop16h 10m

₹ 49,927

BordeauxChennai

BOD - MAA

BODMAA

Bordeaux

Mon 17/11

09:05-02:20

2 stops36h 45m

Chennai

Sat 22/11

03:25-08:35

2 stops33h 40m

₹ 77,480

BordeauxChennai

BOD - MAA

BODMAA

Bordeaux

Thu 12/3

09:05-02:20

2 stops36h 45m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

03:25-08:35

2 stops33h 40m

₹ 103,452

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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 ₹ 51,419.

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 ₹ 52,321. 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 ₹ 67,384. 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 ₹ 58,085. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around ₹ 84,175. 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 ₹ 60,281 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 ₹ 54,929 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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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 October 2025, there are 5 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
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 38,143	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,282 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 38,828	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,653 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 42,443	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,514 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 45,118	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,383 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 45,413	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,939 reviews	Search Air India flights

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