Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport take 1 hour 22 minutes. Paris and Frankfurt are in the same timezone (UTC+1), which means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
Flights from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport start at 06:00 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The last flight of the day is the 21:40 service with Lufthansa. In total, there are 105 services every week between FRA and CDG.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Paris (and exploring more of France!) is a breeze with Lufthansa. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between FRA and CDG are:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
EuroAirport Swiss
Geneve Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter France. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from FRA to CDG, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is 80 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 120 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from FRA to CDG by booking at least 5 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from FRA to CDG every day.
Use filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, Frankfurt Airport can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near FRA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Paris. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
June is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Paris in February.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport for August if you'd like to go to Paris during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from FRA to CDG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from FRA to CDG:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are major attractions which should be on every Paris itinerary.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is another international airport for getting to and from Paris. It may be a more convenient or cheaper option depending on your journey, so it's worth looking into.
Complete your Paris trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Charles de Gaulle Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Paris stay.