Getting to and from the Paris airports (2024)

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If you are arriving or departing by plane from the Paris region there are plenty of options to get to the airport including shuttle buses and automatic metros. Find out what is the best for you on your journey to or from the airport.

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It is easy to get to the nearest station thanks to the extensive metro, bus, tram and RER networks across the region. But that is not always true for the airports.

Here are all the details you need to know to get to and from the two Paris airports (Roissy CDG and Orly).

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Getting to and from Roissy Charles-de-Gaulle airport (CDG)

Getting to and from the Paris airports (1)

By RoissyBus shuttle bus

The RoissyBus route operates air-conditioned buses (with free WiFi) and serves all CDG airport terminals from Paris (Opéra).

The shuttle runs every 15 to 20 minutes in both directions.

The journey time is 60 to 75 minutes.

Where and when can I find RoissyBus?

  • In Paris the bus leaves from the corner of rue Scribe and rue Auber at 11 rue Scribe, Paris 9th, near Auber RER station. From the airport, it leaves from all terminals (look for signs in the airport).
  • The shuttle runs from 5:15 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. to the airport, and from 6 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. to Paris.

How much does the ticket cost and where can I buy one?

The RoissyBusticket costs :

  • €14.15 if loaded onto a Navigo Easy or Navigo Liberté+ pass
  • €14.15 on the Île-de-France Mobilités phone app
  • €16.20 if bought as a paper ticket

You can buy it :

From ticket machines in metro, bus and rail stations on the Île-de-France Mobilités network

On board the bus from the driver, with a credit card

• On the Île-de-France Mobilités app (Android only)

Download the mobile app

By RER B

All RER B stations connect to CDG airport by train.

Trains run every 6 to 15 minutes in both directions.

The journey takes between 25 and 30 minutes.

Where and when can I find an RER B train to CDG?

You can leave from any RER B station. At the airport, look for signs to find your way.

Trains run to the airport :

  • from Gare du Nord between 4:53 a.m. and 12:15 a.m. / from Châtelet-Les Halles between 5:26 a.m. to 12:11 a.m. / from Denfert-Rochereau between 5:18 a.m. and 12:03 a.m.

To Paris from the airport :

  • between 4:50 a.m. to 11:50 p.m.

How much does a ticket cost and where can I buy one?

To travel on the RER B to Charles de Gaulle Airport, you have several options :

  • The Origin Destination ticket costs €11.45 for a direct journey between any RER B station in Paris and CDG airport.
  • If you already have a Navigo Daily Ticket, Navigo Weekly Ticket or Paris Visite pass covering all zones (from 1 to 5) you do not need another ticket, your pass is enough!

You can buy your ticket from ticket machines at stations.

By bus routes : 351 or 350

The fare is :

  • €2.10 if you use a t+ ticket,
  • €2.50 if you use a Tab SMS (buy on board via SMS text message)
  • For no additional cost if you already have a Navigo Jour, Semaine or Paris Visite all zones pass :

for a trip on routes 350 and 351 to CDG airport!

You can buy your ticket :

  • On board the bus
  • At ticket offices and ticket machines in stations
  • On the Île-de-France Mobilités mobile app

Bus 350 from Porte de la Chapelle

The 350 bus runs every 15 to 35 minutes and connects Paris Porte de la Chapelle and CDG airport in 60 to 80 minutes depending where you get on.

More information on route 350

It runs from:

  • 5:33 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. from Paris to the airport
  • 6:05 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. from the airport to Paris

Bus 351 from Nation

Bus 351 runs every 15 to 30 minutes and connects Paris-Nation and CDG airport in 70 to 90 minutes depending where you get on.

More information on route 351

It runs from:

  • 5:33 a.m. - 8:20 p.m. from Paris to the airport
  • 7 a.m. - 9:37 p.m. from the airport to Paris

Getting to and from Orly Airport

Getting to and from the Paris airports (2)

By OrlyBus shuttle bus

The OrlyBus route operates air-conditioned buses (with free Wi-Fi) and serves all terminals at Paris Orly airport, just look for signs at the airport. In Paris it leaves from the bus station at Place Denfert-Rochereau.

OrlyBus runs every 8 to 15 minutes in both directions.

The journey takes 25 to 30 minutes.

Where and when can I find the OrlyBus?

  • OrlyBus leaves from Place Denfert-Rochereau, Paris, 14th. The RER B Denfert-Rochereau station is the nearest.
  • The bus runs from 5:35 a.m. to midnight (to the airport) and from 6:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. (to Paris).

How much does a ticket cost and where can I buy one?

The OrlyBus ticket costs :

  • €10.50 if loaded onto a Navigo Easy or Navigo Liberté+ pass
  • €10.05 on the Île-de-France Mobilités mobile app
  • €11.20 if bought as a paper ticket

You can buy it:

  • From ticket machines and ticket offices in stations
  • On board the bus by credit card, from the driver
  • On the Île-de-France Mobilités mobile app

By Orlyval automatic metro

The Orlyval is an automatic metro that connects Orly airport and all its terminals to the RER B at Antony station.

It runs every 5 to 7 minutes in both directions.

The journey takes 6 minutes.

Where and when can I find the Orlyval?

  • The Orlyval leaves from Antony station on the RER B : Boulevard Pierre Brossolette, 92160 Antony.
  • It runs daily from 6:00 a.m. to 11:35 p.m.

How much does a ticket cost and where can I buy one?

  • The Orlyval ticket costs:€14.10 as a paper ticket
  • €7.05 for 4–9 year-olds
  • It is free for under 4s
  • No additional cost if you have a Paris Visite pass valid in all zones.

You can buy it :

  • From ticket machines and ticket offices in stations
  • At commercial agencies located : Porte 12d (Orly 1,2,3), Porte 48a (Orly 4) and at Antony gare station

By T7 tram

The T7 tram connects the two Villejuif-Louis Aragon stations in Val-de-Marne (71) to Orly airport.

The tram runs every 8 to 15 minutes in both directions.

The journey time depends on where you get on. It is 45 minutes from Villejuif-Louis Aragon to Orly airport.

When does the T7 run?

The tram runs daily between 5:30 a.m. and 12:30 a.m.

How much does a ticket cost and where can I buy one?

The fare is:

  • €2.10 if you use a t+ ticket,
  • For no additional cost if you already have a Navigo Jour, Semaine or Paris Visite all zones pass :

for a trip on the T7 tram to Orly airport.

You can buy your ticket :

At ticket offices and ticket machines at stations

• On the Île-de-France Mobilités mobile app

Getting to and from the Paris airports (2024)

FAQs

How do I get between Paris airports? ›

Le Bus Direct runs a dedicated airport service running non-stop around the periphery of Paris. The service runs 7 days a week leaving both Paris Orly and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) airports every 30 minutes.

How to get to Paris from airport easily? ›

You can easily get from Charles de Gaulle to central Paris by taking an RER B train. RER trains are regional express services that run every 10 minutes between the airport and the city center and stop at the main stations in Paris, including Paris Gare du Nord. The journey lasts approximately 30 minutes.

Is 1 hour enough for transit at CDG? ›

To make an international to international connection in Paris: 70-75 minutes. If you're flying in and out of CDG, time-wise there is no big difference between arriving from the US and catching a flight to another city in France or catching a flight to a European country, or another international destination.

Is it easier to get to CDG or ORY? ›

The most convenient airport to fly into from the US is CDG, since it offers the most direct and connecting flight options. Orly's direct flights to the US are only to a few cities on low-cost carrier French Bee, or all-business La Compagnie, which only offers a non-stop service to Newark, NJ.

How far apart are the two airports in Paris? ›

About 20 miles in a straight line. CDG is well north of Paris, and Orly is south. By car, it's about 25 miles or 42.5 km.

Can you walk between terminals in Paris airport? ›

Terminal 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F are linked landside with pedestrian connecting corridors (recommended), you can also use a bus. Terminal 2G can be reached by shuttle bus via Terminal 2F.

How long does it take to get through customs in Paris? ›

Whether it's terminal 1, 2 or 3 you'll pass through passport control and customs. If you leave the aircraft in the first group of passengers you should expect to get through immigration fairly quickly but allow yourself anything from 10 mins to 1hour.

How much is a taxi from Paris airport to city? ›

The cost of the taxi trip between CDG and Paris is between 50 Euros and 60 Euros, depending on the route taken and the destination in Paris. In the event of frequent traffic jams in Paris and its surroundings, this price may be doubled. Those who don't want to queue for a taxi can book a motorcycle taxi.

Is Paris Airport shuttle free? ›

CDGVal is a free automatic shuttle between terminals of Paris-CDG airport. It links each terminals (Terminal 1, 3, 2A, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G), railway station (Paris by train) and car parks, in only 8 minutes! The RER B station "Aéroport Paris-Charles de Gaulle Terminal 1" leaves you at the Terminal 3.

Do I have to go through customs for a connecting flight in Paris? ›

You must pass through a security check (No passport control nor visa required) Please note ! If you need to leave the transit area to pick up baggage and check-in, you must clear a passport check, please ensure that you comply with entry & visa requirements.

How long does it take to get through security at CDG? ›

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport serves thousands of travelers daily. Thus, the lines for security and passport control can be really long. Luckily, they tend to move fast. In any case, especially if your flight is international, you should be early at the airport, as the total procedures may last 1-2 hours.

How much time do I need at Charles de Gaulle airport? ›

Check with your airline to find out the applicable deadline. We recommend that you arrive: 2 hours before take-off for short-haul flights and 3 hours before take-off for long-haul flights. This advice is particularly valid during peak season and busy periods, during which there may be long queues.

Is Paris airport hard to navigate? ›

When it comes to international travel, Charles de Gaulle Airport stands as a significant gateway to the world. However, the sheer size and complexity of this airport can be quite overwhelming for travelers, especially those who are navigating it for the first time.

Is CDG airport crowded? ›

CDG is known as one of the world's busiest airports, which can be overwhelming but also means more resources for travelers, like several hotels inside the airport, which is convenient for flight delays or tight schedules. There are several options on transferring from CDG to Paris' city center.

Is the Charles de Gaulle Airport complicated? ›

CDG airport's layout is considered to be complicated. Consisting of 3 terminal buildings, T1 has a main area connected to 7 satellite compartments housing the boarding gates. T3 is simple enough, composed of one building sheltering both Arrivals and Departures.

How long does it take to transfer from Orly to CDG? ›

However, there are services departing from Orly 4 and arriving at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 via Gare d'Antony. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How long does it take to change airports in Paris? ›

So, keep that in mind. An alternative would be taking the RER-B line all the way from CDG to Anthony, and then connect to Orly on the Orlyval train. It takes about 30 minutes from Paris center to Orly, so expect total time of 75minutes.

How do I transfer from Orly to CDG Air France? ›

Line 3 of Le Bus Direct operates a direct service between Orly Airport and CDG Airport. This bus operates from both Orly terminals to all CDG terminals, departing every 20 to 30 minutes. The service is free for Air France connecting travelers, whatever, for non-Air France passengers, there is a fee.

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