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Cheapest return flight
₹ 62,062
Typical prices: ₹ 71,987-₹ 97,881
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Wed 7/11Sun 11/11
LYS - MAA • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 31,695
Typical prices: ₹ 39,484-₹ 55,183
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Sat 17/3
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
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 82,048 (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

Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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12:55 - 20:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
27h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Muscat Seeb Manama Bahrain Intl
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03:40 - 22:25MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 15m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
₹ 57,697Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
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12:55 - 19:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
26h 25m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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02:55 - 21:50MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 25m2 stops Kuwait City London Heathrow
₹ 62,252Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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12:55 - 20:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
27h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Muscat Seeb Manama Bahrain Intl
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06:00 - 23:25MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
21h 55m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Rome Fiumicino
₹ 63,391Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 14 Sep
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06:30 - 00:05LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
13h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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01:55 - 13:40MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
15h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
₹ 65,099Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
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12:55 - 14:20LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
20h 55m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Muscat Seeb
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02:55 - 21:50MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 25m2 stops Kuwait City London Heathrow
₹ 66,143Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 12 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
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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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02:55 - 20:30MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
22h 05m2 stops Kuwait City London Heathrow
₹ 67,282Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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12:55 - 15:05LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
21h 40m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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03:40 - 22:25MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 15m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
₹ 68,231Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 6 Jan - Sat, 27 Feb
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12:55 - 19:50LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
26h 25m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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02:55 - 21:50MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 25m2 stops Kuwait City London Heathrow
₹ 68,610Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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19:05 - 05:35LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
30h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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19:45 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
44h 55m2 stops Bengaluru Intl London Heathrow
₹ 68,705British Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, 28 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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12:55 - 20:40LYS  Lyon-Saint Exupéry-MAA Chennai
27h 15m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Doha Hamad Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
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03:40 - 22:35MAA  Chennai-LYS Lyon-Saint Exupéry
23h 25m2 stops Sharjah London Gatwick
₹ 68,800Multiple Airlines
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 ₹ 69,180 return.
•October (₹ 93,094) and July (₹ 91,955) 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

₹ 31,695
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 148% increase in traveller numbers.
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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 ₹ 71,987 to ₹ 97,881, with an average of ₹ 84,531 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 71,987 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 ₹ 84,531 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 ₹ 37,437, which is 19% 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 ₹ 74,494 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 90,436, a difference of ₹ 15,943.

    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 3 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 ₹ 74,494, about ₹ 15,943 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 ₹ 69,180 return in that month – typically ₹ 23,914 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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