Travelling from Paris to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Los Angeles begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
Hop off your plane in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Around 11 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Paris to Los Angeles flight.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles eight hours behind Paris.
The most popular route for flights from Paris to Los Angeles is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There are 36 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from CDG to LAX is the 08:45 Air France service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 19:30 with Air France.
Allow plenty of time to make your Paris to Los Angeles flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Los Angeles
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're after a direct flight from Paris to Los Angeles, you can depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Fly from CDG to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in one continuous trip.
Top airlines that offer direct Paris to Los Angeles plane tickets departing from CDG include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Paris to Los Angeles flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
CDG is around 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Paris to Los Angeles? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Of all flights leaving Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can catch a direct flight from Paris to Los Angeles out of Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Start your travels at ORY and step off the plane at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Book your direct Paris to Los Angeles plane ticket with French Bee. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of ORY.
Break up your Paris to Los Angeles flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and Los Angeles are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can reach ORY from the centre of Paris in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Los Angeles:
76% of flights departing Paris Orly Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Reserve a ticket from Paris to Los Angeles departing from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between BVA and Los Angeles are:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
From central Paris, BVA is around 72 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make taking an early Paris to Los Angeles flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights departing from BVA arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 66.39% of the time.
The address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your Paris to Los Angeles flight.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is located around 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from Paris to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Paris to Los Angeles:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from VNY once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Paris to Los Angeles. July is the busiest month to travel to Los Angeles. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in a Paris to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Paris to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Los Angeles, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of big attractions to add to your Los Angeles must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its top attractions. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
San Jose is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without dropping by Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.