Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 8 hours 17 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is 5 hours ahead of New York, where Newark Liberty International Airport is located.
With 29 weekly flights between the two airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 16:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from EWR to CDG is with United at 22:30.
To ensure you catch your flight from EWR to Paris, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak months like August or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
You can catch a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris. Start your trip at EWR and touch down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Leading carriers that offer direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from EWR to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
You can enter France for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near EWR. Whether you have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Paris
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris is 145 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 354 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from EWR to Paris.
The cheapest month for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris is July. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 44 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is around 19 kilometres from central Paris. Once you've hopped off your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 57 minutes.
After your flight from EWR to Paris, kick back at a hotel near ORY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Paris, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from EWR to Paris in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Paris, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are major attractions which should be on any good Paris itinerary.
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