Flying from Frankfurt to Paris: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Frankfurt. Explore your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when planning your flight from Frankfurt to Paris.
When arriving in Paris, step off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another way to get to this city.
The average length of a direct Frankfurt to Paris flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Frankfurt and Paris share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
With 76 flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Frankfurt to Paris with Condor at 06:25. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from FRA to CDG is with Lufthansa at 21:40.
To ensure you get on your Frankfurt to Paris flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Paris
To snag cheap Frankfurt to Paris flights, book your trip ten months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Frankfurt to Paris. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can get a direct flight from Frankfurt to Paris jetting off from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Begin your trip at FRA and end it at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Frankfurt to Paris plane tickets out of FRA. Let one of these carriers take you there:
We make it easy to book a Frankfurt to Paris flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Paris, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your Frankfurt to Paris flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and Paris include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
HHN is about 105 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Paris, stay in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53%.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and see more of Paris and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Paris flight.
CDG is situated at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Paris. Once you've hopped off your flight from Frankfurt to Paris, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 55 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Frankfurt to Paris:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from ORY one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Set off for the city centre after your flight from Frankfurt to Paris has arrived. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there in a car.
Public transport will take you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to BVA and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're catching a late Frankfurt to Paris flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Whether you'd like a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or an SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the ideal Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the range of wheels available from names such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from BVA three weeks before your flight from Frankfurt to Paris for the lowest prices.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
January is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Paris, while June is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Paris based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Frankfurt to Paris tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Paris, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are popular attractions which should feature on every Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Paris. Around 386 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.
