Flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Paris.
Flights from CDG to IAD start at 11:40 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 17:00 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 35 weekly Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CDG to IAD flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air France has direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air France on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CDG to IAD flights, with 72.13% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between CDG and IAD:
Brussels Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
316 € is the lowest price for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Return flights start from 510 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from CDG to IAD, book your trip six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from CDG to IAD is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, 61.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
Charles de Gaulle Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CDG. Whether you have an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Book a hotel near IAD if you have a late Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CDG to IAD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.