In a nutshell
- Flying to Paris means landing at one of three airports: Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Orly (ORY), or Beauvais-Tillé (BVA) — anywhere from 20 to 90 minutes from the city center.
- There are several transfer options for getting from each Paris airport into the city — train, tram, bus, taxi, Uber, and private transfer. We break down every option with prices and where to buy tickets.
- Our top picks: the RER B train from Charles de Gaulle and tram line 7 from Orly — both affordable, fast, and super straightforward. From Beauvais, the shuttle bus is your only option.
Which Airports Are There in Paris?
Paris has three airports, all located a fair distance outside the city. All three have flight connections from across Europe.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport — also known as Roissy — sits northeast of Paris, about 30 kilometers from the city center. CDG is served mainly by Lufthansa, easyJet, and Air France.
From CDG, you can reach central Paris by train in about 30 minutes. By bus, it takes around 75 minutes.
Orly Airport (ORY)
Orly Airport is approximately 18 kilometers south of Paris — closer to the city than Charles de Gaulle. Corsairfly, Transavia France, and easyJet are among the main carriers here.
From Orly, it takes about 30 minutes by tram, train, or bus to reach central Paris.
Beauvais-Tillé Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tillé Airport is the farthest from the city — about 90 kilometers away. Ryanair and Wizz Air fly into Beauvais-Tillé.
Unfortunately, the paris airport transfer from Beauvais isn’t very well developed. There’s only a shuttle bus into the city — no trains or trams. The bus ride takes around 75 minutes.
Pro tip: If you ever experience a flight delay, check out our article on flight delay compensation for tips on how to get your money back.
Paris Airports on the Map
We’ve marked the exact locations of all three Paris airports on the map below so you can get a feel for the distances.
Airport Transfer Charles de Gaulle to Paris
Here’s a quick overview of all your options for getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport to central Paris:
| Price | Duration | |
|---|---|---|
| Train RER B Our Recommendation | approx. 12 € | 30 min. |
| Roissybus | approx. 16 € | 75 min. |
| Taxi | approx. 55 € | 45 min. |
| Uber/Bolt | approx. 45 € | 45 min. |
| Private Transfer | approx. 80 € | 45 min. |
By Train from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris
- Stop: Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1 for Terminals 1 and 3, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 for Terminals 2 A–G
- Travel time: approx. 30 minutes
- Operating hours: 4:50 AM – 11:50 PM from CDG & 4:53 AM – 12:15 AM from Paris
- Frequency: every 10–20 minutes
- Fare: single ticket approx. 12 euros
The RER B train is the fastest and easiest way to get from Charles de Gaulle to the city center — around 30 minutes and you’re there.
Key stops include Gare du Nord, Châtelet, and St. Michel. If you need to go further to reach your hotel, you can transfer directly from the RER B to the Paris Metro — no extra ticket needed. Your RER B single ticket covers the Metro transfer too.
Where do you buy your ticket? At the ticket machine at the station (cash or card).
By Bus from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris
- Stop: all terminals are served
- Travel time: approx. 75 minutes
- Operating hours: 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM from CDG & 5:15 AM – 12:30 AM from Paris
- Frequency: every 15–20 minutes
- Fare: single ticket approx. 16 euros
Not in a rush? The air-conditioned RoissyBus is a solid, stress-free option for getting from the airport to Paris.
It runs without intermediate stops from CDG straight to the Opéra Garnier in about 75 minutes — just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Where do you buy your ticket? At the red RoissyBus ticket machine in the terminal (cash or card) or directly from the driver on board (cash only).
By Taxi from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris
- Stop: there is a taxi stand at every terminal
- Travel time: approx. 45 minutes
- Operating hours: daily, around the clock
- Frequency: on demand
- Fare: 53 or 58 euros
Taxis are always lined up at Charles de Gaulle, ready to take you straight to your hotel in Paris. The classic door-to-door option — but it comes at a price.
The fixed fare to the Right Bank (Rive Droite) is 53 euros. To the Left Bank it’s 58 euros. Both are set rates, so no surprises.
No need to pre-book a taxi at CDG — there are always plenty available, and booking in advance would easily add another 10 to 15 euros to your fare.
By Uber or Bolt from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris
- Stop: at the terminal you specify
- Travel time: approx. 45 minutes
- Operating hours: daily, around the clock
- Frequency: on demand
- Fare: approx. 45 euros
One of our personal favorites for getting from the airport to Paris: ride-hailing apps like Uber and Bolt. They’re super simple to use — just open the app, enter your destination, pick a driver with a fixed price, and you’re on your way.
A ride from CDG to central Paris runs an average of 40 to 45 euros through these apps — a bit cheaper than a regular taxi, and you pay right in the app.
Private Transfer from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris
- Stop: depends on the provider
- Travel time: approx. 45 minutes
- Operating hours: depends on the provider
- Frequency: departure at booked time
- Fare: from approx. 80 euros
Want a bit of comfort, or traveling with a larger group? A private airport transfer to Paris is seriously worth considering.
You book online before your trip — for up to six people — set your pickup location and time, and that’s it. No stress on arrival, and your luggage comes with you, no problem.
Book a private transfer (3 people) from CDG to Paris
Book a private transfer (6 people) from CDG to Paris
Airport Transfer Orly to Paris
Orly Airport actually gives you even more transfer options into the city:
| Price | Duration | |
|---|---|---|
| Tram Our Recommendation | approx. 2 € | 30 min. |
| Orlybus + Train | approx. 12 € + 3 € | 30 min. |
| Orlyval + Train | approx. 12 € (combo ticket) | 30 min. |
| Taxi | approx. 32 € | 25 min. |
| Uber/Bolt | approx. 30 € | 25 min. |
| Private Transfer | approx. 35 € | 25 min. |
By Tram from Orly Airport to Paris
- Stop: Line 7 from Metro Villejuif-Louis Aragon
- Travel time: approx. 30 minutes
- Operating hours: daily 5:30 AM – 12:30 AM
- Frequency: every 8 to 15 minutes
- Fare: single ticket approx. 2 euros
Tram line 7 is hands down the easiest and most affordable way to get from Orly Airport into Paris. At around 2 euros, it’s a fraction of the cost of a taxi.
The tram stops at more than ten stations in the city center, including Châtelet, Palais Royal near the Louvre, Opéra, and Gare de l’Est — so you’ll already catch glimpses of some of the top Paris highlights along the way.
You can find the complete route on the official route map.
Where do you buy your ticket? At the ticket machine at the stop (cash or card).
By Bus from Orly Airport to Paris
- Stop: All airport terminals (bus), Place Denfert-Rochereau (transfer to RER)
- Travel time: approx. 25–30 minutes
- Operating hours: daily 6:00 AM – 12:30 AM from ORY & 5:35 AM – 12:00 AM from Paris
- Frequency: every 8 to 15 minutes
- Fare: single Orlybus ticket approx. 12 euros + single Metro/RER B ticket approx. 3 euros
Just so you know: there’s no bus that goes directly from Orly Airport to central Paris. The Orlybus only runs as far as the RER station Denfert-Rochereau. From there, you continue into the city by train — either the RER B or Metro lines 4 and 6.
Where do you buy your ticket? At the ticket machine in the terminal or at the stop (cash or card).
Important! You need two tickets! First the Orlybus ticket, and then a separate ticket for the Metro or RER B.
By Train from Orly Airport to Paris
- Stop: South Terminal, Exit K or West Terminal, Exit W (Orlyval), Antony station (transfer to RER)
- Travel time: approx. 25–30 minutes
- Operating hours: daily 6:00 AM – 11:35 PM
- Frequency: every 4 to 7 minutes
- Fare: combined Orlyval + RER B ticket approx. 12 euros
A cool alternative to the Orlybus is the Orlyval — an automated, fully driverless metro. It zips you from Orly Airport to the RER B station at Antony, where you hop on the RER B for the rest of the journey into the city center.
Where do you buy your ticket? At the ticket machine in the terminal or at the stop (cash or card).
By Taxi from Orly Airport to Paris
- Stop: there is a taxi stand at every terminal
- Travel time: approx. 25 minutes
- Operating hours: daily, around the clock
- Frequency: on demand
- Fare: 32 euros
Taxis are available at Orly too, and because the airport is closer to the city, fares are noticeably lower than from CDG.
The fixed rate for a taxi from ORY to Paris is approximately 32 euros.
By Uber or Bolt from Orly Airport to Paris
- Stop: at the terminal you specify
- Travel time: approx. 25 minutes
- Operating hours: daily, around the clock
- Frequency: on demand
- Fare: approx. 30 euros
Uber and Bolt work great from Orly too. Since the distance into the city is shorter, the fare is naturally lower — around 30 euros, compared to 40–45 euros from CDG.
Private Transfer from Orly Airport to Paris
- Stop: depends on the provider
- Travel time: approx. 25 minutes
- Operating hours: depends on the provider
- Frequency: departure at booked time
- Fare: approx. 35 euros
The private transfer from Orly is a great pick for groups who want a relaxed, hassle-free arrival.
Book online in advance for up to six people, set your pickup time and location, and you’re done. When you land, your driver will be waiting with a sign showing your name — just like in the movies.
Book a private transfer from ORY to Paris
Airport Transfer Beauvais to Paris
Paris Beauvais Airport has just one transfer option into the city. Simple.
By Shuttle from Beauvais Airport to Paris
- Stop: shuttle park between the two terminals
- Travel time: approx. 75 minutes
- Operating hours: depending on arrivals
- Frequency: depending on arrivals
- Fare: approx. 20 euros
The shuttle bus from Beauvais drops you at the Metro stop Porte Maillot, near the Arc de Triomphe. From there, it’s easy to continue to your hotel in Paris by Metro.
Where do you buy your ticket? We recommend booking the shuttle ticket in advance via Tiqets — that way it’s right on your phone when you land. For the Metro onward, grab a ticket at the Porte Maillot stop from the ticket machine (cash or card).
Your shuttle ticket is valid for the next Beauvais bus that departs after you buy it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Airport Transfers to Paris
Is the Paris airport transfer included in a city pass?
No. None of the Paris city passes include airport transfers or general Paris public transit.
How far is Paris from the airport?
It depends on which airport you’re flying into. Charles de Gaulle Airport is 30 kilometers from the city center. Orly is 18 kilometers south of central Paris. And Beauvais is a full 90 kilometers away.
How do you get from the Paris airport to your accommodation?
It depends on your arrival airport. From Charles de Gaulle, the RER B train is your best bet. From Orly, tram line 7 is the easiest and most affordable option. And from Beauvais, you take the shuttle bus to Porte Maillot and then continue by Metro.
Is the Paris airport transfer wheelchair accessible?
For the most part, yes. Airport transfers and public transportation in Paris are generally accessible — there are access ramps and all buses are low-floor vehicles. That said, it’s worth checking the specific line you plan to use in advance.
Which transfer option is best when traveling with kids?
If you’re heading to Paris with kids, the private transfer is definitely the most relaxed choice. No waiting around, no navigating public transit with luggage — you go straight to your hotel. That said, the trains and trams work perfectly fine for families too, and they’ll save you a good chunk of money.
Read also: Things to do in Paris with kids.
Which transfer option is best when traveling with a dog?
From CDG, the RER B train is your best option with a dog. From Orly, we’d go with the tram. From Beauvais, you’ll need the shuttle bus followed by the Metro — dogs are allowed on the Paris Metro, so that’s no problem.
