Charles de Gaulle airport is the main airport that services Paris. It’s situated 14 miles outside the city; therefore, you will need to arrange transport to get to your chosen accommodation.

easyJet operates many France flights, but a vast number of our customers choose to fly to Paris Airport Charles de Gaulle to experience the splendour of the capital of France and its surrounding areas. Local attractions include the Eiffel Tower (16 miles), Disneyland Paris (21 miles), and Notre Dame (14 miles) 

The airport is the 31st busiest in the world, ranking above the likes of Tokyo Haneda, San Francisco International, and Frankfurt.

Cheap flights to Charles de Gaulle Airport

All our Paris Charles de Gaulle airport flights arrive and depart at Terminal 2B, which is one of 7 sub-terminals of the terminal 2 complex. The terminal boasts a variety of shops, bars, and restaurants, which can be easily reached from the gates and waiting areas. You can use the bag drop desks to check in any purchased hold luggage.

March and November are the cheapest months to fly to Charles de Gaulle airport. February can be expensive because many people choose to visit Paris for Valentine’s Day.

How to get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris?

Once you land at the airport, you can reach the city centre by public transport using the RER train line, which takes around 35 minutes. You can also book a taxi from the rank outside the airport or organise an airport transfer or car hire through a company such as ourselves.

Things to do at Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Charles de Gaulle airport has plenty for everyone, including duty-free shops, even if you’re just browsing.

• Browse luxury stores at Charles de Gaulle Airport

The airport has many luxury stores within Terminal 2, including Hermes, Montblanc, Bulgari, Burberry, Chloe, Miu Miu, and Ralph Lauren.

• Excellent food and drink options at Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Charles de Gaulle airport CDG has an incredible range of cafes and restaurants. In Terminal 2B, there’s Starbucks, Pret A Manger, Carl’s Jr, Gontran Cherrier, Italian Trattoria, La Table de Michel Roth, Les Halles, Paname Tap House, and Yo! Sushi.

• Duty-free stores

The duty-free stores are open around-the-clock, seven days a week, and they allow you to buy everything from perfumes, tobacco, and alcohol to French delicacies, make-up, and souvenirs.

Tips on finding cheapest flights to Charles de Gaulle Airport

If you use our Low Fare Finder or set up a price alert, you’ll be able to see some of the cheapest options for flying to Paris airport Charles de Gaulle. The cheapest time to fly is January, while the most expensive months are July and August.

How long is the flight to Charles de Gaulle Airport?

The average flight times are as follows:

• Birmingham = 1 hour and 20 minutes

• Bristol = 1 hour and 20 minutes

• Edinburgh = 1 hour and 50 minutes

• London = 1 hour and 19 minutes

• Manchester = 1 hour and 30 minutes

The transfer time from the airport to the centre of Paris is just over 40 minutes.

What city is Charles de Gaulle Airport in?

The airport is located in Roissy-en-France, just 14 miles northeast of Paris.

Is Charles de Gaulle a big airport?

As the main airport of France’s capital city, Charles de Gaulle is one of the largest airports in the country. It covers around 12.50 square miles and handles over 76,000,000 passengers per year.

How much is a taxi from Charles de Gaulle to Paris?

Private taxis typically charge around €60 for the journey.

How much is the train fare from Charles de Gaulle to Paris?

A single journey fare from the airport to Paris costs around €10.30.