Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Paris: what you need to know
Approximately 11 hours 43 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is 8 hours ahead of San Diego, where San Diego International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from SAN to Paris. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
You can catch a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris that lands at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Look out for promotions from Air France. This airline has direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Paris.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SAN to Paris. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You won't need a visa for France if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from San Diego International Airport to Paris, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in approximately 9 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near SAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Paris
268 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Paris. A return flight starts from 501 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book 3 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAN to Paris.
The cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Paris is November. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Paris. After your flight from San Diego 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.
The journey will take about 57 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near ORY. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from SAN to Paris at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris. June is the busiest month to travel to Paris. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before you book a flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SAN to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-visits when exploring Paris.
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