Cheap Flights from San Diego to Paris

Flying from San Diego to Paris: what you need to know

• San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Paris departing from here.

• When jetting into Paris, get off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another gateway to this city.

• Paris is eight hours ahead of San Diego and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

• For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your San Diego to Paris flight.

• Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Paris

• To find cheap San Diego to Paris flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.

• If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from San Diego to Paris.

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Flying from San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

• If you're after a direct flight from San Diego to Paris, you can leave from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Travel from SAN to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in one seamless journey.

• Lock in your San Diego to Paris plane tickets with Air France. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from SAN.

• We make it easy to book a San Diego to Paris flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

• SAN is about 3 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.

• Planning to catch an early flight from San Diego to Paris? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:

  • Wyndham San Diego Bayside

  • HI San Diego Downtown Hostel

  • Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

• 71.38% of flights taking off from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on time.

• SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.

Arriving in Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

• Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.

• It usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

• Book a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from San Diego to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Hotel Inn Paris CDG Airport

  • Mercure Paris CDG Airport & Convention

  • Premiere Classe Roissy CDG - Paris Nord 2 - Parc des Expositions

• Explore without limits with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and venture far and wide through Paris and beyond.

• Booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

• You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

• The centre of Paris is located around 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from San Diego to Paris has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.

• You can expect the trip to take about 55 minutes on public transport.

• There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near ORY. Kick back after your San Diego to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Best Western Plus Paris Orly Airport

  • Novotel Paris Orly Rungis

  • Adonis Paris Sud

• Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

• Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from ORY one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.

• You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

• Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Paris. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car after your flight from San Diego to Paris.

• Public transport can take you there in about 2 hours 20 minutes.

• Choose a hotel near BVA and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're catching a late San Diego to Paris flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options are all about convenience:

  • Hostellerie Saint Vincent Beauvais Aeroport

  • The Originals City Hôtel, Aéroport Beauvais

  • Ibis Beauvais Aéroport

• Whether you're searching for a zippy compact for a solo trip or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available here from names such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.

• If you're after a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from BVA about three weeks ahead of your flight from San Diego to Paris. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, on top of a better deal.

• The address for Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.

Best time to go to Paris

• It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from San Diego to Paris. June is the busiest month to travel to Paris. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.

• The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your San Diego to Paris ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

• If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from San Diego to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about Paris

• When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Paris right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from San Diego to Paris:

  • The ReMIX Hotel

  • The Originals Boutique, Hôtel Maison Montmartre Paris Les Puces

  • Adagio Paris 19ème Cité de la Musique

• There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are leading attractions which should be on any good Paris itinerary.

Explore more of France

• Paris has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of France you'll want to see. Around 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a visit to Lyon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.

• If you're eager to discover another corner of France, consider Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are the start of reasons to visit.