Flying from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Paris one hour ahead of Derry.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LDY to CDG flight.
Flying during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from City of Derry Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a well-known stop between LDY and CDG.
How to find the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way City of Derry Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight is R 1,593. A return ticket is currently R 3,451. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LDY to CDG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from City of Derry Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LDY to CDG.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from City of Derry Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Handy information about City of Derry Airport (LDY)
City of Derry Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Derry. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from City of Derry Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to LDY:
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're landing on a late City of Derry Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CDG:
Travel at your own pace with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and chase adventure across Paris and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Charles de Gaulle Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Paris. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The quietest month for a flight from City of Derry Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Paris based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from City of Derry Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LDY to CDG sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Travel about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its top attractions. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.
