While the takeoff offers pleasant views of Paris and the Seine, the landing approach over the Coromandel Coast and Bay of Bengal provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery. The coastal contrast and water views on descent outweigh the urban landscape of Paris on departure.
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Flight Path
Paris to Madras is 4,984 miles (8,021 km), a flight of about 9 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Alps (visible on departure, particularly Mont Blanc region), the Mediterranean Sea, southern Italy and Greece, the Ionian and Aegean seas, Turkey's Anatolian plateau, the Middle East (Syria/Iraq region), the Persian Gulf, and the Arabian Sea before reaching India's southwest coast. The Taurus Mountains and Zagros Mountains are visible during the Middle Eastern portion of the flight. The transition from Mediterranean to desert terrain occurs over North Africa and the Levant.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from CDG
LEFTLeft side captures the Seine River winding through Paris and the urban sprawl of the Île-de-France region during climb-out. The river's distinctive loops and the contrast between city and surrounding agricultural plains are clearly visible within the first 10-15 minutes of flight.
Landing at MAA
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Coromandel Coast and the Bay of Bengal as the aircraft descends toward Chennai. The coastline's sandy beaches, lagoons, and the contrast between the Arabian Sea and land are visually striking during final approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Chennai International (MAA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Madras. While the takeoff offers pleasant views of Paris and the Seine, the landing approach over the Coromandel Coast and Bay of Bengal provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery. The coastal contrast and water views on descent outweigh the urban landscape of Paris on departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
During takeoff from Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the Seine River winding through Paris and the urban sprawl of the Île-de-France region during climb-out. The river's distinctive loops and the contrast between city and surrounding agricultural plains are clearly visible within the first 10-15 minutes of flight. Notable sights include: Seine River, Paris urban area, Île-de-France plains, Forest of Fontainebleau (distant).
What can I see when landing at Chennai International in Madras?
When landing at Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Coromandel Coast and the Bay of Bengal as the aircraft descends toward Chennai. The coastline's sandy beaches, lagoons, and the contrast between the Arabian Sea and land are visually striking during final approach. Notable sights include: Bay of Bengal, Coromandel Coast, Chennai harbor and city grid, Pulicat Lake (north of airport).
How long is the flight from Paris to Madras?
The flight from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Chennai International (MAA) takes about 9 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,984 miles (8,021 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Paris to Madras flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Alps (visible on departure, particularly Mont Blanc region), the Mediterranean Sea, southern Italy and Greece, the Ionian and Aegean seas, Turkey's Anatolian plateau, the Middle East (Syria/Iraq region), the Persian Gulf, and the Arabian Sea before reaching India's southwest coast. The Taurus Mountains and Zagros Mountains are visible during the Middle Eastern portion of the flight. The transition from Mediterranean to desert terrain occurs over North Africa and the Levant.