Flying from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is nine hours behind Mackay.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MKY to CDG flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mackay Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight is R 10,019. A return fare is currently R 20,077. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MKY to CDG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Mackay Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MKY to CDG.
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Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mackay Airport, data shows 71.86% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Mackay Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Mackay. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MKY. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Mackay Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Reserve a hotel close to CDG if you're taking a late Mackay Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed 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 secure the lowest price, book your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
From Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
June is the busiest month for flights from Mackay Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Paris in January.
Book your flight from Mackay Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport for August if you want to go to Paris during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MKY to CDG around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its leading attractions. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.