Flights from New York to Paris
Flights from New York to Paris take about 8h nonstop, and the two cities are about 5,830 km apart. Compare live prices for your dates below.
Cheapest recent fare
$553
Round trip · 10 Nov – 23 Nov · 1 stop
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- Approx. flying time
- About 8h
- Best time to visit Paris
- April to June and September to October
Flight tip: Most international flights land at Charles de Gaulle; Orly is closer to the city and sometimes cheaper for European routes. Read our Paris guide
New York to Paris flights: quick answers
How long is the flight from New York to Paris?
It’s about 8h nonstop. That’s a rough guide worked out from the 5,830 km between JFK and CDG; scheduled times vary by airline and direction, because winds can make one way slower, and a flight with a connection takes longer.
How long is the flight back from Paris to New York?
About the same time in the air, roughly 8h, because the distance is the same. High-altitude winds usually make one direction faster than the other, so check the scheduled times in your search results.
How far is Paris from New York?
About 5,830 km (3,620 miles) between JFK and CDG, in a straight line. The path a plane flies is usually a little longer.
What is the time difference between New York and Paris?
Paris is 6 hours ahead of New York right now; at other times of year it’s 5 hours ahead, because of daylight saving time.
Which airports can I fly from in New York?
JFK and Newark handle most international flights; LaGuardia is mainly for flights within the US and to Canada.
Which airport do I fly into in Paris?
Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is Paris’s main airport. Other airports and when to go: our Paris guide
When is the best time to visit Paris?
April to June and September to October.
What are my rights if my New York to Paris flight is cancelled?
Under US Department of Transportation rules, if the airline cancels your flight or changes it significantly and you choose not to travel, you’re entitled to a refund, even on a non-refundable ticket. On international trips, leaving 6 hours or more earlier, or arriving 6 hours or more later, than scheduled counts as a significant change. US Department of Transportation: Refunds (opens in a new tab)
What do I need to enter the country when I fly to Paris?
Travelling on a US passport? The State Department’s country pages at travel.state.gov list the entry requirements for US citizens. Rules change, so check them again shortly before you travel.
Before you fly
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