Flying from Paris to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Paris to Dresden International Airport (DRS) begins with finding the best airport to start your holiday. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
Dresden's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Paris. Dresden International Airport is located in Dresden.
To ensure you catch your flight from Paris to DRS, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from Paris to DRS leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
CDG is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Paris to Dresden International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Split up your flight from Paris to Dresden International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and DRS include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
You can get to ORY from the centre of Paris in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 57 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to DRS:
About Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Dresden International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRS instead:
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Dresden. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 23 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 14 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Paris to Dresden International Airport from P9,237 or travel return from just P19,374. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Paris to DRS if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Paris to Dresden International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Paris to Dresden International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Dresden. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Paris to DRS in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Paris to Dresden International Airport in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 5ºC.
More about Dresden
After locking in your flight from Paris to Dresden International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dresden:
Frauenkirche and Dome ascent Frauenkirche Dresden are just two of the major attractions to put on your Dresden to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Semper Opera House.
Complete your Dresden trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Paris to Dresden International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Dresden. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.