Travelling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Paris, where Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Take your pick of seven services every week between these two airports. American Airlines offers a 13:30 departure between CDG and PHL.
Leave plenty of time to make your CDG to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia ticket. Start your journey at CDG and arrive at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Look out for deals with American Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from CDG to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near CDG? If you're boarding an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Philadelphia
The best price we've found for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia flight is R 6,732. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,165. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CDG to Philadelphia, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PHL:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CDG to Philadelphia.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
After your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TTN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CDG to Philadelphia flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia. July is the most popular month for a trip to Philadelphia. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CDG to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Philadelphia, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Philadelphia must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without experiencing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.



