Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Paris: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris is 8 hours 21 minutes.
Paris is 5 hours ahead of New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 106 flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Norse Atlantic Airways operates the earliest flight at 00:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from JFK to CDG is with Delta at 23:50.
To ensure you get on your flight from JFK to Paris, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
You can reserve a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris. Begin your journey at JFK and land at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
These are some of the leading carriers operating direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris:
We make it easy to book a flight from JFK to Paris that includes a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Shannon Airport (SNN)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you hold a passport from United States and want to travel to France for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris.
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 48 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to JFK:
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Paris
RM660 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,400. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JFK to Paris, book your journey 4 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris is December. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is about 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 34 minutes by car. Central Paris is approximately 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 57 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from JFK to Paris:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month to hop on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Paris, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from JFK to Paris in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-visits when exploring Paris.
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