Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 20 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Paris.
Frankfurt (the location of Frankfurt Airport) and Paris share the same timezone — UTC+1.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route, with 76 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from FRA to CDG is with Lufthansa at 21:40. Go for the first departure operated by Condor at 06:25 if you want to fly out earlier.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your FRA to Paris flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Frankfurt Airport to Paris ticket. Start your trip at FRA and touch down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Paris. Get on board with any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from FRA to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
FRA is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near FRA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Paris or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Paris
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Paris flight is R 1,490. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,483. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from FRA to Paris.
Plan your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Frankfurt Airport to Paris tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and chase adventure across Paris and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before your flight from FRA to Paris.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Once your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Paris has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your FRA to Paris flight, rest your head at a hotel close to ORY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Paris Orly Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at ORY can land you a better rate.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Paris has arrived. Central Paris is about 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel near BVA. Settle in at one of these stays after your FRA to Paris flight:
Whether you'd like an economy for solo travel or a roomy SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available from providers such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
If you're after a specific make or model, book your ride from BVA about three weeks ahead of your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Paris. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's official address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Before locking in your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Paris, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Paris offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Frankfurt Airport to Paris flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to Paris in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Paris, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are essential stops on your Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Paris will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a trip to Lyon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
If you're looking to explore another side of France, consider Nantes, about 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are key highlights.