Flying from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour behind Johannesburg.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. You can travel from JNB to CDG on Air France's 6:50pm departure.
Your flight from Johannesburg to CDG won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like October. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) operate out of this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport with Air France. This well-known airline offers services from JNB.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between JNB and CDG is Air France.
Air France ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 88.33% of services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to CDG. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
JNB is around 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Work a stopover into your journey at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing Lanseria International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Johannesburg to HLA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Johannesburg to CDG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CDG if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Getting from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Central Paris is around 26 kilometres from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
At the moment, R 5,573 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,644. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to CDG. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
July is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Plan your visit to Paris in January if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Johannesburg to CDG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Paris to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Musee d'Orsay.
Explore more of France
Paris has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north of Paris, a trip to Lille will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Palais des Beaux Arts, Grand'Place and Vieux-Lille.
Around 113 kilometres east of Paris, Reims is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Krug.
