Travelling from Victoria to Paris: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Victoria. Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Victoria to Paris jetting off from here.
Paris has a variety of airports you can jet into. Disembark at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Paris is eight hours ahead of Victoria and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Victoria to Paris flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Paris
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Victoria to Paris flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Victoria to Paris.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Victoria to Paris by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Flying from Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Victoria, YYJ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Victoria to Paris? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Victoria International Airport:
67.45% of flights departing from Victoria International Airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Victoria to Paris. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
As soon as your flight from Victoria to Paris has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
The journey will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Victoria to Paris:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Paris Orly Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY will save you money.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Victoria to Paris and travel to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel close to BVA. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your Victoria to Paris flight:
Whether you'd like a zippy mini for a solo trip or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Explore wheels available from companies such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Victoria to Paris to access the best deals.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Victoria to Paris. June is the busiest month for a trip to Paris. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Victoria to Paris ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Victoria to Paris around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Victoria to Paris:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are highlights which should be on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Paris. Around 386 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.