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Paris to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$964
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time11 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineAir France
Average flights per week84

Finding cheap flights from Paris to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Paris to San Francisco International is $964. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Paris to San Francisco International.
Air France, Virgin Atlantic and KLM fly direct from Paris to San Francisco International.
As of February 2026, there are 84 flights per week flying from Paris to San Francisco International.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris to San Francisco International is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Paris to San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, 4 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Francisco International is French Bee .

Travelling from Paris to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know

  • When searching for your flight from Paris to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), there's a good selection of airports you can start your trip from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are Paris's main terminals.

  • 11 hours 30 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Paris to San Francisco International Airport flight.

  • San Francisco is eight hours behind Paris. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco, which is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • With 16 direct flights a week between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from CDG to SFO is with Air France at 4:20pm.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Paris to SFO, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Paris to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) operate out of this terminal.

  • Book your direct flight from Paris to San Francisco International Airport with Air France. This popular airline offers services from CDG.

  • Air France is the airline most travellers choose for flights from CDG to SFO.

  • Air France is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Paris to SFO leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • CDG is about 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Paris to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Charles de Gaulle Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% land on time at their destination.

  • CDG's address is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • You can book a direct Paris to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flight ticket out of Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Work out whether leaving from ORY works best for your plans.

  • From ORY, direct flights from Paris to SFO can be booked with French Bee.

  • On the ORY to SFO route, French Bee is the go-to airline for most travellers.

  • Break up your flight from Paris to San Francisco International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and SFO are:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • ORY is about 19 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Paris to SFO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • 75.56% of flights leaving Paris Orly Airport make it to their destination as expected.

  • ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

  • You can lock in a flight ticket from Paris to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) with one or more stops leaving from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BVA and SFO:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

    • Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • The journey time to BVA from central Paris is around 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.

  • Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Paris to San Francisco International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:

  • Flights that take off from BVA arrive at their destination as scheduled 66.39% of the time.

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

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • The centre of San Francisco is roughly 18 kilometres from San Francisco International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to San Francisco International Airport is $584. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $963. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Paris to SFO if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Paris to San Francisco International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Save time looking for cheap flight tickets from Paris to SFO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Paris to San Francisco International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Paris to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Paris to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Visit San Francisco in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • Book a Paris to SFO flight ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC to 22ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Paris to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC and 16ºC.

More about San Francisco

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres east to Fresno to check off its must-visit sights. From Forestiere Underground Gardens to Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Sacramento, about 129 kilometres north-east of San Francisco. Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum are the start of reasons to visit.

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