Traveling from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), there's a nice selection of airports you can take off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are some of Washington DC's main options.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is 5 hours ahead of Washington DC. Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris.
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. There are 68 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with United at 22:55. Opt for the first DCA to CDG departure operated by United at 17:20 if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Washington DC to CDG. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Washington DC to CDG with a stopover. To see your options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between DCA and CDG include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
DCA is around 5 miles from the center of Washington DC. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) has direct flights from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to CDG can be booked with Air France.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport, browse these options when setting off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
IAD is around 35 miles from central Washington DC. It'll take 51 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to CDG:
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 17 miles from the center of Paris. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport, $216 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $363. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.
We recommend booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Washington DC to CDG. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a wider choice of flight times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport. June is the busiest month to travel to Paris. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Schedule your flight from Washington DC to CDG for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 55ºF to 84ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Washington DC to Charles de Gaulle Airport in January when temperatures average between 28ºF and 48ºF.
More about Paris
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There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are top attractions which should be on any good Paris itinerary.
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