Flying from Frankfurt to Paris: what you need to know
Frankfurt is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Paris departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Paris has a number of airports you can fly into. Come in for landing at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
A direct flight from Frankfurt to Paris takes on average 1 hour 22 minutes. Paris's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 105 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Frankfurt to Paris is with Lufthansa at 21:40. Go for the first FRA to CDG departure with Lufthansa at 06:50 if you want to get going early.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Frankfurt to Paris.
During popular months like July, it's best 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 when you travel during high season in general.
If you have a passport from Germany and are travelling to France for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Paris.
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're after a direct flight from Frankfurt to Paris, you can catch one from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Get from FRA to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in one seamless journey.
At FRA, you can choose from various airlines that offer direct flights from Frankfurt to Paris, including:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Frankfurt to Paris departing from Frankfurt Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
FRA is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 37 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Frankfurt to Paris, check out these options when leaving from Frankfurt Airport:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
HHN is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Paris? Kick back in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to CDG if you're taking a late flight from Frankfurt to Paris. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is about 19 kilometres from central Paris. Once you've disembarked your flight from Frankfurt to Paris, expect a drive time of approximately 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 57 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near ORY. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Frankfurt to Paris at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Paris
RM228 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Paris. A return flight starts at RM608. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
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January is the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Paris. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Paris in February.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Frankfurt to Paris in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Paris sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Paris, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Paris must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to Paris. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, spacious sedan or even something that'll turn heads, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.