Flying from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when searching for a flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
The average length of a direct Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight is 7 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai. Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris.
The busiest route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), with 31 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from DXB to CDG is the 12:40am Air France service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 2:50pm with Emirates.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Dubai to CDG. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) leave from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport with Emirates. This popular airline operates departures from DXB.
Most travellers choose to book seats with Emirates from DXB to CDG.
Emirates is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to CDG departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
74.31% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Split up your flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and CDG include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to CDG flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and find adventure across Paris and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Central Paris is about 23 kilometres from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Currently, $226 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $528. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to CDG.
The best month for landing cheap Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). June is the busiest month to visit Paris. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in February.
Book a Dubai to CDG flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Paris when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Louve followed by Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to discover more of France. Travel about 177 kilometres north to Lille to tick off its leading attractions. From Palais des Beaux Arts to Grand'Place and Grand place, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major destination in France, head for Reims, roughly 113 kilometres east of Paris. Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Towers of Reims Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.