Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, making Paris one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
Choose from 117 weekly Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Air France is the earliest available. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 20:15.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your EDI to CDG flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Traveling to Paris (and then discovering more of France!) is a breeze with Air France. This popular airline has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Air France on this route.
Among carriers operating EDI to CDG flights, Air France is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and CDG:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight is $31. A return plane ticket right now is $75. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from EDI to CDG, book your journey seven months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EDI to CDG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
From Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris is approximately 27 kilometers away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the center.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
June is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Paris in January.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to CDG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Paris. Around 386 kilometers away to the south-east, its best attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Nantes is another essential stop in France and is around 338 kilometers south-west of Paris. No trip is complete without a visit to Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.