Flying from Dubai to Paris: what you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Paris leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Paris has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Touch down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
The average length of a direct Dubai to Paris flight is 7 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai.
The busiest route for flights from Dubai to Paris is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Take your pick of 31 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from DXB to CDG is the 00:40 Air France service. If you prefer travelling later, the last scheduled departure is at 14:50 with Emirates.
To ensure you make it on your Dubai to Paris flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
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)
Jet off from Dubai Airport (DXB) on a nonstop flight from Dubai to Paris. From DXB, you can travel directly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Emirates is a leading airline that offers direct Dubai to Paris plane tickets leaving from DXB.
We make it easy to find a Dubai to Paris flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Paris, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 74.31% arrive on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Get more out of your vacation with a stopover on your Dubai to Paris flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and Paris:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
DWC is around 40 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not extend it with an additional night away? 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:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Paris. 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 a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar to explore Paris and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is around 14 kilometres from central Paris. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dubai to Paris, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 55 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near ORY. Tuck yourself in after your Dubai to Paris flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at ORY can help you lock in a better rate.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is about 72 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from Dubai to Paris.
The journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near BVA after your Dubai to Paris flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Whether you want a zippy compact for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from names such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from BVA three weeks before your flight from Dubai to Paris for the best rates.
The address for Beauvais-Tille Airport 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
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Paris, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Paris to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
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.