Paris is served by two main airports - Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Orly (ORY). Here's everything you need to know about getting to the city.
Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Paris's main international airport:
- Distance - 25km northeast of Paris
- Terminals - 3 (T1, T2A-G, T3)
- Travel time to center - 45-75 minutes
CDG to Popular Destinations
- Champs-Elysees - €55-75, 45-60 min
- Eiffel Tower area - €55-75, 50-65 min
- Le Marais - €50-70, 45-55 min
- Montmartre - €50-65, 40-50 min
- Gare du Nord - €45-60, 35-45 min
- Disneyland Paris - €65-90, 45-60 min
Orly (ORY)
Paris's second airport, closer to the city:
- Distance - 14km south of Paris
- Terminals - Orly 1-4 (connected)
- Travel time to center - 30-50 minutes
Orly to Popular Destinations
- Saint-Germain - €35-50, 25-35 min
- Notre-Dame area - €35-50, 25-35 min
- Eiffel Tower - €40-55, 30-40 min
- Champs-Elysees - €45-60, 35-45 min
Paris Traffic Considerations
- Rush hours - 8-10am and 5-8pm (severe delays)
- Peripherique - Ring road often congested
- Summer - August is quieter (Parisians on holiday)
- Events - Fashion weeks, Roland Garros cause traffic
Tips for Paris Transfers
- Allow extra time - Traffic can double journey times
- Know your terminal - CDG terminals are far apart
- Specify exact address - Paris streets can be confusing
- Building codes - Share the door code if needed
- Premium pricing - Luxury vehicles popular in Paris
What's Included
- Professional driver (French/English usually)
- Meet and greet at arrivals
- Flight tracking
- 45-60 min free waiting time
- Help with luggage
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Paris airport is easier to get to the city from?
Orly is closer and typically 30-40 minutes to central Paris. CDG is 45-60+ minutes but has more international flights.
How much is a taxi from CDG to Paris?
Flat-rate taxis are €56 to Right Bank and €65 to Left Bank. Pre-booked transfers are similar or slightly less.
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Sophie Martin
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