Travelling from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Paris: what you need to know
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is six hours ahead of Washington DC, where Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your DCA to Paris flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from DCA to Paris with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DCA:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Paris
₹ 28,353 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 73,202. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from DCA to Paris if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
For the best deal, book your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from DCA to Paris.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is around 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your DCA to Paris flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from ORY one week in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris has landed. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel close to BVA and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late DCA to Paris flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from BVA three weeks before your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris for the best deals.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
July is the busiest month for flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris. To escape the crowds, head to Paris in January.
Book a Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from DCA to Paris around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Paris:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to discover more of France. Travel about 386 kilometres southeast to Lyon to check off its popular sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.