Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is eight hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located. Paris observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your SNA to Paris flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from SNA to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana, SNA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Paris? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SNA:
John Wayne Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SNA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.53% of the time.
SNA's address is 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Paris
The lowest price we've found for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Paris flight is ₹ 21,566. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 68,754. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SNA to Paris if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from John Wayne Airport to Paris. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Grab a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and discover Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from SNA to Paris can help you lock in the lowest rate.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is around 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from John Wayne Airport to Paris has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
The journey will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SNA to Paris flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from ORY one week ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from John Wayne Airport to Paris and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
If you use public transport, the journey will take you about 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel near BVA. Get settled at one of these options after your SNA to Paris flight:
Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available here from companies such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Around three weeks ahead of your flight from John Wayne Airport to Paris is a good time to book your ride from BVA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or score some early bird savings.
Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Before locking in your flights from John Wayne Airport to Paris, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Paris offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your John Wayne Airport to Paris flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNA to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Paris, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to explore more of France. Travel about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its top sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in France, head for Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are key highlights.