Flying from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) jetting off from here.
Book a direct Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 20 minutes.
Paris is five hours ahead of Philadelphia. Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Choose from 7 direct services each week. American Airlines operates a 6:55pm departure between PHL and CDG.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Philadelphia to CDG.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can find a direct flight from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
American Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport leaving from PHL.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from PHL to CDG.
With 70.59% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to CDG. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
PHL is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Philadelphia International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 78.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Philadelphia to CDG flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Trenton-Mercer Airport:
Most flights that leave Trenton-Mercer Airport reach their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Paris and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
The centre of Paris is about 23 kilometres from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport is ₹ 29,075. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 55,942. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to CDG.
The best month for landing cheap Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Paris. June is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Philadelphia to CDG flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Your Paris trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Louve, Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Travel about 177 kilometres north to Lille to check off its must-visit sights. From Palais des Beaux Arts to Grand'Place and Grand place, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in France, consider Reims, roughly 113 kilometres east of Paris. Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Towers of Reims Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.