Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Paris: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris is 11 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is nine hours ahead of San Diego, where San Diego International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your SAN to Paris flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct San Diego International Airport to Paris ticket. Begin your journey at SAN and end it at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Air France is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Paris.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from SAN to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SAN:
74% of flights that leave from San Diego International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Paris
$637 is currently the best price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Paris flight. A return plane ticket starts from $1,489. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SAN to Paris if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from San Diego International Airport to Paris is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across every month and snap up a sweet deal.
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Find an affordable flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to the centre of Paris takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from SAN to Paris.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your SAN to Paris flight:
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Stay at a hotel close to BVA and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late SAN to Paris flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your ride from BVA three weeks before your flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris to access the best rates.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Paris. To skip the crowds, visit Paris in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your San Diego International Airport to Paris plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Paris, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are leading attractions which should be on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Paris has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of France you'll want to see. About 386 kilometres southeast of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.