How much is a taxi from CDG to central Paris?

Taxi fares: flat fares of about €56 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank. The ride takes 40–70 min depending on traffic.

Which airlines fly from CDG?

Airlines at CDG include Air France, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways, easyJet, Air Canada, Emirates and Qatar Airways. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave CDG on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 4 h 30 min: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to central Paris, an hour there and getting back through security. U.S. citizens don't need a visa for short stays, but you pass passport control (and the EU's Entry/Exit System) to leave the airport.

Are there lounges at CDG?

Air France lounges (Terminals 2E and 2F); Star Alliance lounges (Terminal 1).

Is there a hotel at CDG?

YotelAir, airside in Terminal 2E; Sheraton Paris Airport, inside Terminal 2.

How long do I need to connect at CDG?

We recommend at least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our CDG connection guide breaks it down step by step.

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Paris CDG Airport guide

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport has Terminal 1, Terminal 2 (halls 2A–2G) and Terminal 3. The quickest way from CDG to central Paris is the RER B train (about 35 minutes, about €13).

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Transit to central Paris

35 min

RER B train, about €13

Taxi

40–70 min

flat fares of about €56 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank

Connecting here

1 h 15 min

Same terminal, no passport control

Leave on a layover

4 h 30 min+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from CDG to central Paris is the RER B train (about 35 minutes, about €13). Connecting here, allow at least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Air France, American, Delta, United and KLM.

Terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2 (halls 2A–2G) and Terminal 3
Taxi: 40–70 min, flat fares of about €56 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank
Connecting: At least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal
Lounges: Air France lounges (Terminals 2E and 2F); Star Alliance lounges (Terminal 1)
Hotel: YotelAir, airside in Terminal 2E

Getting from CDG to central Paris

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

RER B trainto Gare du Nord and Châteletabout 35 minabout €13
Roissybusto Opéraabout 60 minabout €16
Taxi or rideshare40–70 minflat fares of about €56 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank

Inside CDG

Terminals and connections

Most Air France connections are within Terminal 2, whose halls are linked by walkways and airside shuttle buses. The CDGVAL train links Terminals 1, 2 and 3 outside security.

How long a layover you need at CDG

Lounges

•Air France lounges (Terminals 2E and 2F)
•Star Alliance lounges (Terminal 1)

Sleep, showers and hotels

•YotelAir, airside in Terminal 2E
•Sheraton Paris Airport, inside Terminal 2

Plugs and power

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CDG tips

•Hall 2G is reached by shuttle bus; give it extra time.

Can you leave CDG on a layover?

With at least 4 h 30 min between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane, through passport control and out45 min
To central Paris and back, the fastest way1 h 10 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security and passport control to your gate1 h 30 min
Layover you need4 h 30 min

U.S. citizens don't need a visa for short stays, but you pass passport control (and the EU's Entry/Exit System) to leave the airport.

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at CDG

Major airlines that fly from CDG (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Air France Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
KLM Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
Lufthansa Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
easyJet Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
Emirates Carry-on 55 × 38 × 20 cm Bag fees
Qatar Airways Carry-on 50 × 37 × 25 cm Bag fees

CDG airport FAQ

The quickest option is the RER B train to Gare du Nord and Châtelet: about 35 minutes for about €13. You can also take the Roissybus to Opéra, about 60 minutes for about €16. A taxi takes 40–70 min (flat fares of about €56 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank).

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Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.

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