CDG - Charles de Gaulle International Airport
Paris, France
IATA Code: CDG · Paris, France
The airport code CDG is the IATA identifier for Charles de Gaulle International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Paris Airport (CDG).
Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) serves Paris, France, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CDG is the IATA airport code for Charles de Gaulle International Airport, located in Paris, France. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.0128°N, 2.5500°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- CDG
- City
- Paris
- Country
- France
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Latitude
- 49.0128°
- Longitude
- 2.5500°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
How Travelers Usually Use CDG
CDG is Paris's main intercontinental airport. It is usually the best choice when you want the broadest long-haul network into France.
Planning note: If Paris is your final stop, compare total city-transfer time at CDG versus Orly before you assume the cheapest fare is the best one.
Best Fit For
- SkyTeam-heavy or long-haul itineraries where nonstop access matters.
- Trips that need Paris plus onward European connectivity from a single airport.
- Travelers who value route breadth over a smaller-terminal experience.
Watch Before You Book
- CDG can feel slower and more fragmented than the fare comparison suggests, especially on tight transfers.
- For short stays in Paris, a cheaper ticket can still lose once suburban arrival time is counted.
How To Read CDG Against Other Airports
When CDG Usually Wins
- You need Paris's broadest intercontinental network or a SkyTeam-oriented long-haul itinerary.
- The trip combines Paris with onward France or Europe flying on one ticket, making airport network depth valuable.
- You want the strongest same-airport fallback options if a delay disrupts a long-haul travel day.
Compare Another Airport First If...
- The trip is mostly Paris-based and Orly gives you a faster, less fragmented arrival for the same purpose.
- A Beauvais fare looks cheap but only works if you are comfortable with the long coach transfer tradeoff.
- You are planning a short stay where suburban arrival time would erase a modest airfare advantage.
Arrival Geography That Usually Fits CDG
Long-haul Paris gateway
CDG fits travelers who want one airport to cover Paris plus the widest range of intercontinental departures.
North-side airport geography
It is often the cleaner fit when your stay, meeting, or overnight is already oriented around the airport side of Paris.
Through-ticket Europe trips
Choose CDG when you want to keep long-haul and onward European flying inside one large network structure.
Airports Travelers Compare With CDG
Paris-Orly Airport
Paris, France
Orly is often easier for travelers whose trip is mainly Paris-based rather than long-haul connection based.
Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport
Beauvais, France
Beauvais can look cheap on ultra-low-cost tickets, but it only works if you are comfortable with the longer transfer tradeoff.
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CDG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LBG - Paris | 9 km | $139 | $0/passenger |
| CSF - Creil | 27 km | $417 | $1/passenger |
| ORY - Paris | 35 km | $540 | $1/passenger |
| VIY - Villacoublay | 37 km | $571 | $1/passenger |
| POX - Pontoise | 38 km | $586 | $1/passenger |
| TNF - Toussous-le-noble | 44 km | $679 | $1/passenger |
| BVA - Beauvais | 58 km | $895 | $2/passenger |
| EVX - Evreux | 97 km | $1,497 | $3/passenger |
| BYF - Albert | 107 km | $1,651 | $3/passenger |
| URO - Rouen | 108 km | $1,666 | $3/passenger |
| RHE - Reims | 114 km | $1,759 | $4/passenger |
| XCR - Chalons | 124 km | $1,913 | $4/passenger |
| ORE - Orleans | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| XAB - Abbeville | 136 km | $2,098 | $4/passenger |
| AUF - Auxerre | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| XVS - Valenciennes | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| XCZ - Charleville | 174 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| LIL - Lille | 177 km | $2,731 | $5/passenger |
| DOL - Deauville | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| XME - Maubeuge | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| HZB - Merville | 179 km | $2,762 | $6/passenger |
| LTQ - Le Tourquet | 180 km | $2,777 | $6/passenger |
| LEH - Le Havre | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| KJK - Kortrijk-vevelgem | 206 km | $3,178 | $6/passenger |
| LME - Le Mans | 210 km | $3,240 | $6/passenger |
| CRL - Charleroi | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| BOU - Bourges | 218 km | $3,363 | $7/passenger |
| CFR - Caen | 219 km | $3,379 | $7/passenger |
| CQF - Calais | 221 km | $3,410 | $7/passenger |
| TUF - Tours | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| NVS - Nevers | 227 km | $3,502 | $7/passenger |
| OST - Ostend | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| LYX - Lydd | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| CHR - Chateauroux | 247 km | $3,811 | $8/passenger |
| BRU - Brussels | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| LYM - Lympne | 255 km | $3,934 | $8/passenger |
| MZM - Metz | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| LVA - Laval | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| ANE - Angers/Marcé | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| ETZ - Metz | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| DIJ - Dijon | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| EPL - Epinal | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| ENC - Nancy | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| MSE - Manston | 273 km | $4,212 | $8/passenger |
| LUX - Luxemburg | 273 km | $4,212 | $8/passenger |
| LGG - Liege | 275 km | $4,243 | $8/passenger |
| ANR - Antwerp | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| ESH - Shoreham By Sea | 287 km | $4,428 | $9/passenger |
| OBL - Zoersel | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| RCS - Rochester | 298 km | $4,598 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CDG Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from CDG
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Paris
Paris experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through CDG
As a European airport, CDG falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
🇺🇳 France Travel Tips
Paris CDG and Orly are connected to central Paris via RER trains and buses. Within the Schengen Area, inter-European flights from French airports don't require passport control. French airports charge airline taxes that are partially reflected in fuel surcharges.
Planning Your Trip via CDG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Charles de Gaulle International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CDG
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to CDG are LBG, CSF, ORY — consider these for potentially lower fares
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