Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport is 13 hours 40 minutes.
Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Paris and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Each week, there are four Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, jump on the 11:25 Air France flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:35 with Air France.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CDG to NRT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Air France has direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Tokyo — and maybe even more of Japan if time allows.
Air France is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CDG and NRT:
Incheon International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport flight is 351 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 634 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from CDG to NRT by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
61.46% of flights taking off from Charles de Gaulle Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Charles de Gaulle Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
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 Narita International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
Consider booking a hotel near NRT if you're taking a late Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire to explore Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Narita International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
The quietest month for a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Narita International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Tokyo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CDG to NRT in February. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.