Delhi to Paris flights: airlines, timings, terminals

The short answer

Delhi has daily nonstop flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle on two airlines: Air India (two flights a day: an early-morning and a midday departure) and Air France (an overnight flight landing early morning). The nonstop flight takes about 9.5 to 10.5 hours. Paris is 4.5 hours behind India in winter and 3.5 hours behind in summer. One-stop flights via Gulf hubs exist, but with daily nonstops on two airlines, most families should fly direct.

At a glance

Departure airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Nonstop flights: Yes^[1]
Typical nonstop time: 9 h 45 min^[1]
Time difference: 4 h 30 min behind India^[1]
Arrival airports: Indira Gandhi International, Delhi (Terminal 3) (DEL)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (Air India Terminal 2C, Air France Terminal 2E) (CDG)^[1]

Airlines on this route

Airline	Route
Air India	Nonstop^[1] · checked 24 Oct 2026
Air France	Nonstop^[1] · checked 24 Oct 2026

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Layovers

With daily nonstops on two airlines, most travellers should fly direct. One-stop routings via Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha or Istanbul exist and can be cheaper, but they add roughly 4-6 hours, and we have not verified their current schedules, so we do not list them.

For parents and seniors

At about 10 hours this is a long but manageable flight for older travellers. Ask the airline for wheelchair or buggy assistance when booking, and allow extra time at Delhi's Terminal 3. Air India's midday departure lands in Paris in the evening, which suits a first rest day; Air France's overnight flight lands early morning, so plan a slow first morning. Pre-book an airport taxi or take the RER B train into Paris.

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Quick questions

Are there direct flights from Delhi to Paris?

Yes. Air India and Air France both fly nonstop between Delhi (Terminal 3) and Paris Charles de Gaulle. Air India runs an early-morning and a midday departure, and Air France an overnight flight landing early in the morning. The nonstop flight takes about 9.5 to 10.5 hours.

Which flight timing works best with children?

Air India's midday departure lands in Paris in the evening, so children can go straight to bed on arrival. Air France's overnight flight leaves Delhi after midnight and lands around 6:30 in the morning, which means a long first day. Both airlines serve child meals if you request them while booking.

What is the time difference between Delhi and Paris?

Paris is 4.5 hours behind Delhi in winter (late October to late March) and 3.5 hours behind in summer. Flying west, the jet lag is mild: most children adjust within a day or two if you keep them in daylight on arrival.

Which terminal will we land at in Paris?

Air India flights arrive at Terminal 2C and Air France at Terminal 2E of Charles de Gaulle. Both have clear signs to taxis and the RER B train into central Paris. Allow about an hour for immigration and bags at busy times.

Is a one-stop flight via Dubai or Doha worth it?

Usually not for families. One-stop routings can be cheaper, but they add roughly 4-6 hours of travel plus the stress of a connection. With daily nonstops on two airlines, the direct flight is worth a modest price difference when travelling with children or seniors.

Sources

Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL): International Departures at Delhi Airport: All international flights operate from Terminal 3 (T3) · checked 24 Oct 2026

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