Travelling from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
When planning your flight from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are Paris's main options.
Around 11 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Paris to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Paris. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles.
The busiest route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), with 36 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from CDG to LAX is the 8:45am Air France service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 7:30pm with Air France.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Paris to LAX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can find a direct flight from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
At CDG, you'll find a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport, such as:
Air France is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from CDG to LAX.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air France leads the way for on-time arrivals.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Paris to LAX departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of the flights that depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can book a direct Paris to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) plane ticket out of Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Decide if leaving from ORY is a better fit for your trip.
French Bee offers direct flights from Paris to LAX departing from ORY. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
On the ORY to LAX route, French Bee is the airline most travellers rely on.
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport, browse these options when leaving from Paris Orly Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
ORY is about 19 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to LAX flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.56%.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can book a plane ticket from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) with a stop or two leaving from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BVA and LAX:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
BVA is roughly 88 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Paris to Los Angeles International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down without delays. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Paris to Los Angeles International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The centre of Los Angeles is about 19 kilometres from Los Angeles International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport is R 4,887. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,934. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Paris to LAX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Paris to Los Angeles International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). July is when most people visit Los Angeles. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Paris to LAX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Los Angeles International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl are essential stops on your Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles, Bakersfield is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.