Travelling from Paris to Tokyo: what you need to know
Organizing your flight from Paris to Tokyo begins with finding the right airport to start your vacation. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main departure points in Paris.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the chief entry points.
Take a direct Paris to Tokyo flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 13 hours 30 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo eight hours ahead of Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 28 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Paris to Tokyo is with Air France at 22:00. Go for the first CDG to HND departure with Air France at 09:25 to maximize your time in Tokyo.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Paris to Tokyo flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Tokyo
To score cheap Paris to Tokyo flights, book your journey two months ahead of your departure date.
May is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Paris to Tokyo. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Begin your travels at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), which offers multiple direct flights from Paris to Tokyo. From CDG, you can fly seamlessly to Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Paris to Tokyo plane tickets out of CDG. Get on board with any of these:
We make it simple to find a Paris to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Paris to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Of all flights leaving Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Get more out of your vacation with a stopover on your Paris to Tokyo flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Paris Orly Airport and Tokyo:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
ORY is around 14 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Tokyo:
75.56% of flights departing Paris Orly Airport meet their expected arrival time.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can book a ticket from Paris to Tokyo with one or more stops out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between BVA and Tokyo:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
From central Paris, BVA is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Paris to Tokyo flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of BVA is 66.39%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel close to HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Tokyo. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your Paris to Tokyo flight.
HND is situated at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Following your flight from Paris to Tokyo, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After your flight from Paris to Tokyo, settle in at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can help you lock in a better rate.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Tokyo. April is the busiest month for a trip to Tokyo. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Paris to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Paris to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Paris to Tokyo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Journey about 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to tick off its leading sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Osaka is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.