Flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 11 hours 41 minutes. Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles 8 hours behind Paris.
Every week, there are 46 flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. The first departure from CDG to LAX is at 08:45 and the latest is at 22:05.
Peak months like June or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
You'll find a variety of airlines providing direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. When you're ready to start your Los Angeles holiday and explore this part of United States, these leading carriers fly the CDG to LAX route:
If you want a stopover for your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between CDG and LAX:
Copenhagen Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Before booking your cheap ticket from CDG to LAX, check whether you need a visa to enter United States. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is P13,332. The cheapest price for a return flight is P24,061. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CDG to LAX.
The cheapest month for tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 44 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CDG:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 32 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 54 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Los Angeles in May.
When booking your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16 ºC to 32 ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CDG to LAX in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6 ºC and 26 ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've locked in your flights from CDG to LAX, you'll need to find a place to stay in Los Angeles. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of big attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is an alternative international airport for getting to and from Los Angeles. It may even be a more convenient or cheaper choice depending on your journey, so it's worth considering.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Los Angeles.