Travelling from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when searching for a flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport is 7 hours 23 minutes.
Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 3 hours behind Dubai.
The busiest route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), with 42 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to CDG is the 00:40 Air France option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 14:50 with Emirates.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Dubai to CDG.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can take a direct flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport taking off from DXB.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Dubai to CDG leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
DXB is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Prefer to leave from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can reserve a direct flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing from this busy hub.
Break up your flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and CDG include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Dubai to CDG? Relax in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
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 Dubai 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
From Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 44 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
$211 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Return flights start from $513. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To pick up flight tickets from Dubai to CDG, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
To get the best price on your tickets from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport, book your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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Customise your journey using filters. Choose the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
June is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Paris in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai to CDG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Paris itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
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