Flight deals to Paris

Paris is a chic city, known for its elegant shopping spots, iconic city sights and breathtaking architecture.

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Paris flight time

Here’s how long it takes to fly from major US cities to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:

• From New York City: Approximately 6 hours and 50 minutes nonstop
• From Los Angeles: Approximately 10 hours and 40 minutes nonstop
• From Chicago: Approximately 8 hours and 45 minutes nonstop

Airlines that fly to Paris

The following airlines fly nonstop to Paris.

Paris insider tips

• Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is about 16 miles northeast of the city and serves as the main international airport in Paris. You can also fly into Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais (BVA).

• Use more than one online flight search engine to expand your search for flight deals to Paris. Tools like Hopper and Kayak let you sign up for alerts when the route price changes.
• Most airlines will fly into one airport and out of another, which is common for a trip to Europe. Planning a stopover in Amsterdam can help cut costs, while a leg in or out of London tends to be more expensive.
• Security is very strict in Paris, so allow yourself extra time at the airport. The same applies for sightseeing around major attractions.

How to reach Paris from each airport

A taxi or hired car is the priciest, while public transportation won’t cost much.

Charles de Gaulle (CDG)

• The RER train line is the cheapest and most reliable transport method. Ride the CDGVAL light rail to the train station, which takes around 20 minutes.
• Or hop on the Roissybus, which runs nonstop to the Paris Opera area in about 90 minutes.
• Air France provides shuttle buses to nearby metro stations, Montparnasse and Gare de Lyon.

Orly (ORY)

• The Orlybus departs from Paris Orly and stops in Montparnasse. Air France also runs shuttles to Les Invalides and Montparnasse.
• The cheapest option is to take the OrlyVal monorail to the RER train station. From there, the train to Paris takes 35 minutes.

Paris Beauvais (BVA)

As a smaller airport located about 60 miles north of Paris, Paris Beauvais experiences less traffic overall. Shuttles to the city take about 75 minutes and cost €15 (about $17).

Alternatively, you can reserve private shuttle service in advance or take a taxi from outside any of the three airports. Taxi fares directly to the city center are flat rates, though these can spike by as much as €10 during peak hours.

Have a look at the estimated cost of taking a taxi into Paris from each major airport:

• €50 ($56) from CDG
• €35 ($39) from ORY
• €170 ($192) from BVA

Book an airport transfer

Car rentals are available at both Charles de Gaulle and Orly Airport. You can also book ahead online — recommended during peak periods. Book a rental car with:

Bottom line

Trains and shuttles are your best bet at scoring cheap transport from the airport to the heart of Paris. After securing your passage, book a room with a balcony or a view of the Eiffel tower — champagne not included. If you can’t find a good flight deal, consider other ways to fly to Paris using credit card points and flight award programs.

Frequently asked questions

• How much is an Uber from CDG to Paris?

  You can catch an Uber from Charles de Gaulle airport to Paris for anywhere from €43 to €63 ($48 to $70).

• How much is a shuttle from CDG to Paris?

  Air France shuttles from CDG to Paris cost between €17 and €20 ($19 and $22) for adults and €8.50 and €10 ($9 and $11) for children, depending on where you disembark. Look for the Les Cars Air France counter in the CDG terminal. Or pay the driver when you board.

• Can I take a train from Paris to the airport?

  Yes. Take the RER B line (it’s blue on the RER map) north. It goes through the heart of Paris up to CDG Terminals 1 and 2, and takes about 40 minutes depending on where you start. The cost is €10, or around $11.

  The first train leaves from Paris Gare du Nord at 4:56 a.m. and rolls into Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at 4:56 and 5:28 a.m., respectively.

  However, not all RER B lines end up at CDG. Check the overhead panels on the platform to verify before stepping on the train.