Travelling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai four hours 30 minutes ahead of Paris.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your CDG to MAA flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Chennai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CDG and MAA:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
R 3,389 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 7,399. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from CDG to MAA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Chennai Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CDG to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
65% of flights that depart Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport from central Paris, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CDG:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MAA if you're on a late Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
January is the busiest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Chennai Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Chennai in September.
When booking your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CDG to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Chennai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.