Flights from Paris (CDG) to Chennai (MAA)

In-flight Dining
You will be served complimentary meals on both the long-haul Paris–Singapore sector and the regional Singapore–Chennai sector, with menus inspired by international and Asian flavours.

Special Meals
We offer a wide range of special meals on the Paris–Chennai routing when requested in advance, suitable for various dietary preferences and health needs.

Book the Cook
On eligible cabins and sectors between Paris and Singapore, you can pre-select your main course from our Book the Cook service, choosing from an expanded menu before you fly.

Beverage Service
A selection of hot and cold drinks is available throughout the journey, including wines and spirits where offered. Our signature Singapore Sling is available on board for you to enjoy as you travel.

For Paris to Chennai flights, our weight-concept baggage allowances apply. Checked baggage: Economy Class passengers may check 25kg on Lite and Value fares, or 30kg on Standard and Flexi fares. Premium Economy Class passengers enjoy 35kg, Business Class 40kg, and First Class 50kg, with each checked bag not exceeding 32kg.

Cabin baggage: Economy Class and Premium Economy Class passengers may bring 1 piece up to 7kg. First Class and Business Class passengers may bring 2 pieces, each up to 7kg. Your final allowance is shown on your e-ticket, and KrisFlyer Elite Gold and PPS Club members enjoy additional allowances.

Wi-Fi is available on Singapore Airlines flights from Paris to Chennai once the aircraft is above 10,000 feet. It is free and unlimited for KrisFlyer members; Economy Class and Premium Economy Class members should add their membership number to the booking at least 1.5 hours before departure. Non-members can purchase access plans. The service is suitable for messaging, email, and basic browsing, but it does not support video streaming, video calls, or large file transfers.

On the Paris to Singapore sector operated by the Boeing 777-300ER, Economy Class offers a seat pitch of about 32 inches with up to 19 inches of seat width, Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width, Business Class features a fully flat bed with direct aisle access, and First Class offers a spacious fully flat bed.

On Airbus A350-900 services between Paris and Singapore, Economy Class provides around 32 inches of pitch with up to 19 inches of width, Premium Economy Class offers about 38 inches of pitch with up to 20 inches of width, and Business Class seats convert into fully flat beds with direct aisle access.

On the Singapore to Chennai sector, the Boeing 737-8 MAX offers Business Class seats that recline deeply for enhanced comfort and Economy Class seating with a pitch of around 32 inches and up to 19 inches of seat width.

Yes, Singapore Airlines provides lounge access to eligible passengers with a layover in Singapore. Your eligibility is based on your class of travel or your KrisFlyer and Star Alliance status, and it is determined by your flight leaving Singapore. Other options, like purchasing a day pass at a pay-per-use lounge, are also available.

With a layover at Singapore Changi Airport, you can enjoy lush indoor gardens, themed zones, rest areas, and a wide choice of dining. If your layover is long enough, you may join an official city transit tour that takes you into Singapore for a brief overview. For shorter connections, staying airside allows you to explore shopping, relaxation areas, and family-friendly spaces close to your gate. Your time at Singapore Changi Airport is more than just a wait — it is an integral part of your journey.

At Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), eligible Singapore Airlines passengers can access designated partner lounges before boarding the Paris–Singapore flight. Lounge access depends on your cabin class and frequent flyer status, and offers a quiet place to relax, refresh, or work ahead of your long-haul sector.

Paris operates on Central European Time (UTC+1) in winter and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) from late March to late October. Chennai follows India Standard Time (UTC+5:30) all year. This means Chennai is typically 4.5 hours ahead of Paris in winter, and 3.5 hours ahead in summer.

For Singapore Airlines flights to Chennai, you will depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Your journey continues from CDG to Singapore, then onward from Singapore Changi Airport to Chennai International Airport.

Our Paris–Chennai itineraries are ticketed with a protected connection in Singapore, giving you ample time to transfer between gates while following airport and security procedures. You simply follow the transit signs at Singapore Changi Airport; our schedule is designed to keep the connection as smooth as possible.

Transit visa requirements depend on your nationality and itinerary. Some travellers can transit through Singapore Changi Airport without a visa if they remain airside, while others may need documentation. We recommend checking the latest entry and transit guidelines with the relevant authorities before you travel.

When you travel on a single Singapore Airlines ticket from Paris to Chennai via Singapore, we normally check your checked baggage through to Chennai. You usually do not need to collect your bags in Singapore during the layover, unless advised otherwise at check-in.