Flying from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Richmond.
To ensure you get on your RIC to CDG flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Richmond Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RIC and CDG include:
Boston Logan International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of the departures from Richmond Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Richmond to Richmond Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Richmond Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near RIC:
Arriving at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CDG if you have a late Richmond Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and find adventure across Paris and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to the centre of Paris has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The quietest month for a flight from Richmond Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Richmond Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for August if you want to visit Paris during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIC to CDG sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Nantes is another well-known destination in France and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. No trip is complete without a visit to Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.