Flying from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Frankfurt has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
1 hour 22 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt. Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. There are 105 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Lufthansa at 21:40. Go for the first FRA to CDG departure with Lufthansa at 06:50 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Frankfurt to CDG won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) take off from this terminal.
When leaving from FRA, you can catch a direct flight from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport with Air France.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Frankfurt to CDG leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
FRA is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)? Check out the fares jetting out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
You can board a direct flight from Frankfurt to CDG with Lufthansa. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of HHN.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and CDG:
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours and 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to CDG? Kick back in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Book a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
For a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport, $126 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $200. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport. June is the most popular month to travel to Paris. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Frankfurt to CDG, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -2ºC and 9ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Frankfurt to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
More about Paris
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
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