Flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to San Diego: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 42 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego.
Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, San Diego is 8 hours behind Paris.
To ensure you catch your flight from CDG to San Diego, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego. Start your journey at CDG and land at San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Check out the offers from Air France. This airline has direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from CDG to San Diego, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
You will need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Paris, CDG can be reached in about 44 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CDG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to San Diego
$438 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego. A return flight starts at $804. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To snag cheap tickets from CDG to San Diego, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from CDG to San Diego every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you about 9 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Central San Diego is approximately 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 39 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours and 14 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from CDG to San Diego, rest your head at a hotel close to CLD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to San Diego
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego. July is the busiest month to travel to San Diego. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before you book a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CDG to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC.
More about San Diego
After booking your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to San Diego, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Diego:
San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your San Diego must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at SeaWorld San Diego.
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