Travelling from Paris to Castries: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Paris to Castries, there's a nice selection of airports you can start your trip from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are some of Paris's main options.
When planning your arrival in Castries, George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) and Hewanorra Airport (UVF) are the primary gateways.
Castries's timezone is UTC-4, making Castries five hours behind Paris.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Paris to Castries flight. It's generally best 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 well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Castries
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Paris to Castries flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris to Castries? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
61.46% of flights that depart Charles de Gaulle Airport land at their destination on time.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Consider adding a stop at London Gatwick Airport (LGW). It's a popular stopover on a Paris to Castries flight departing Paris Orly Airport. Use a long layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a short break to browse the airport stores.
You can get to ORY from central Paris in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to Castries, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Paris to Castries flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to central Castries takes around 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 2 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Paris to Castries. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SLU instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive A Matic, Final Rentals or Sixt and explore beyond Castries's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from George F. L. Charles Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
The centre of Castries is located around 31 kilometres from Hewanorra Airport (UVF). After your flight from Paris to Castries has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
After your flight from Paris to Castries, settle in at a hotel close to UVF. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Hewanorra Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Sixt or Final Rentals and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from UVF one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Paris to Castries. June is the most popular month for a trip to Castries. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your Paris to Castries tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Castries in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
More about Castries
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Castries, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Castries:
Derek Walcott Square and Morne Fortune are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Castries must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Immaculate Conception Church.
Explore more of Saint Lucia
Vieux Fort is just one of the many cities in Saint Lucia waiting to be explored once you've seen Castries. Around 32 kilometres to the south, top sights here include Maria Islands Museum, Anse Des Sables Beach and YoungFaith Park.
Make your way 24 kilometres south-east from Castries to reach Micoud, another favourite stop in Saint Lucia. Kick off your sightseeing at Josephine Splash Park and Ti Rocher Community Park.