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Cheapest return flight
₹ 60,758
Typical prices: ₹ 72,128-₹ 98,073
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Sat 8/12Sat 15/12
LYS - MAA • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 32,328
Typical prices: ₹ 39,561-₹ 55,291
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Tue 16/1
LYS - MAA • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lyon and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 18% price drop
August
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Top stopover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 82,209 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 13h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lyon to Chennai (LYS-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lyon to Chennai

Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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12:55 - 00:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
31h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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05:35 - 11:50MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
34h 45m3 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
₹ 60,758Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 14 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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12:55 - 20:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
27h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
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16:45 - 11:50MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 35m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
₹ 63,515Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
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12:55 - 20:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
27h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
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03:40 - 22:30MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 20m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
₹ 63,990Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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06:00 - 06:15LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
19h 45m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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22:00 - 19:05MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
25h 35m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Baku Heydar Aliyev London Gatwick
₹ 64,561Multiple Airlines
21 hours ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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12:55 - 23:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
30h 25m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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03:40 - 21:00MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
21h 50m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
₹ 65,036Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar
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12:55 - 04:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
34h 45m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:45 - 19:05MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
25h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl London Gatwick
₹ 65,036Multiple Airlines
15 hours ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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12:55 - 20:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
26h 45m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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09:25 - 11:50MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
30h 55m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
₹ 65,131Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar
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12:55 - 04:10LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
34h 45m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:45 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 55m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Manama Bahrain Intl Rome Fiumicino
₹ 67,318Multiple Airlines
15 hours ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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06:00 - 06:15LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
19h 45m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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16:05 - 11:50MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
24h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
₹ 67,604Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Wed, 27 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb
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06:30 - 00:05LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
13h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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01:45 - 14:15MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
₹ 67,699Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Lyon to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Chennai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lyon to Chennai. It's 12% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Chennai?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Chennai at ₹ 69,315 return.
•October (₹ 93,276) and July (₹ 92,135) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lyon to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Lyon to Chennai are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lyon to Chennai flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

₹ 32,328
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 148% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Lyon to Chennai

When to book flights from Lyon to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Lyon to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Lyon to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Lyon to Chennai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Lyon to Chennai.

  • How long is a flight from Lyon to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Lyon to Chennai takes 00m, covering 12,582 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lyon to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lyon to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Lyon to Chennai range from ₹ 72,128 to ₹ 98,073, with an average of ₹ 84,697 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 72,128 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lyon to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the ₹ 84,697 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Lyon to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lyon to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 43,110, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lyon to Chennai?

    Flights from Lyon to Chennai usually depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lyon to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lyon to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 83% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lyon to Chennai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Lyon to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 74,640 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 90,614, a difference of ₹ 15,974.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Lyon to Chennai?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 36m, compared to 15h 05m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 18h 02m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Lyon and Chennai?

    Chennai is 4 hours ahead of Lyon (India Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Lyon to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 74,640, which is about ₹ 15,974 less than Wednesday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lyon to Chennai trip for August. Fares historically average ₹ 69,315 return in that month – typically ₹ 23,961 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Southern Comfort
    • Ridhan Regency

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