Travelling from Dubai to Paris: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Dubai to Paris. Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
When arriving in Paris, get off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another way to get to this city.
The average time for a direct Dubai to Paris flight is 7 hours 30 minutes.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, making Paris three hours behind Dubai.
The busiest route for flights from Dubai to Paris is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). You can choose from 31 services every week between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to CDG is the 00:40 Air France service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 14:50 with Emirates.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Dubai to Paris flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Paris
Book three months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Dubai to Paris flights.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Dubai to Paris is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can get a direct flight from Dubai to Paris jetting off from Dubai Airport (DXB). Begin your journey at DXB and end it at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Look out for deals with Emirates. This airline offers direct Dubai to Paris plane tickets out of DXB.
We make it a breeze to find a Dubai to Paris flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
74.31% of flights leaving from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Split up your Dubai to Paris flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and Paris are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 45 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Paris:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance of 57%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dubai to Paris. Book one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is about 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Dubai to Paris has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
The trip will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near ORY. Settle in and get cosy after your Dubai to Paris flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from ORY one week in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Dubai to Paris and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take around 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, head for a hotel near BVA. Check in to one of these options after your Dubai to Paris flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.
If you're searching for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from BVA around three weeks ahead of your flight from Dubai to Paris. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, as well as a better deal.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Paris. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Paris in January.
Lock in a Dubai to Paris ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Paris 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.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Dubai to Paris, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its must-visit sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in France, head for Nantes, about 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are key highlights.