Travelling from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) taking off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 8 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Orlando. Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route, with 3 direct services every week. Get from MCO to CDG on Air France's 11pm flight.
To ensure you get on your flight from Orlando to CDG, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can jump on a direct flight from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Air France is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport leaving from MCO.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Air France from MCO to CDG.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Orlando to CDG leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
To get to MCO from central Orlando, it takes around 20 minutes to drive the 32 kilometres or so.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Orlando International Airport:
78.28% of flights departing from Orlando International Airport make it to their destination on time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Break up your flight from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport with a stop at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG). One of the main stopovers between Orlando Sanford International Airport and CDG, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
SFB is around 48 kilometres from central Orlando. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to CDG flight:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.11%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Grab a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and discover Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Orlando 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
The centre of Paris is about 23 kilometres from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
At the moment, 194 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 516 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Orlando to CDG, book your ticket five months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
February is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Paris based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Orlando to CDG plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Charles de Gaulle Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Your trip to Paris isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you can't miss include Louve, Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.
Explore more of France
Lille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Paris. Around 177 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Palais des Beaux Arts, Grand'Place and Grand place.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in France, consider Reims, about 113 kilometres east of Paris. Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Towers of Reims Cathedral are key reasons to visit.