Travelling from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris and Rotterdam (where Rotterdam The Hague Airport is located) are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For a relaxed start to your RTM to Paris flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from RTM to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
RTM is around 5 kilometres from central Rotterdam. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to RTM? If you're catching an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
84% of flights leaving Rotterdam The Hague Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from RTM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Paris
The best price we've seen for a one-way Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris flight is R 1,735. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,627. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from RTM to Paris if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Booking your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from RTM to Paris can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Paris. Once you've disembarked your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in around 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near ORY. Settle in and get cosy after your RTM to Paris flight at one of these well-located options:
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris has arrived. Central Paris is about 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you use public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to BVA. Get comfortable at one of these options after your RTM to Paris flight:
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris is the ideal time to secure your ride from BVA. You're more likely to get a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport's official address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
July is the most popular month for flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Paris in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RTM to Paris in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Paris, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are must-visits when exploring Paris.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Nantes is another sought-after destination in France and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. No trip is complete without a visit to Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.