Flying from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) are Seattle's main airports.
The average duration of a direct flight from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport is 9 hours 48 minutes.
Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 8 hours ahead of Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Delta at 18:20. Opt for the first SEA to CDG departure with Delta at 12:40 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Seattle to CDG won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like July or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can take a direct flight from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
You'll have your choice of carriers that offer direct flights from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport departing from SEA. Get on board with any of these:
We make it easy to find a flight from Seattle to CDG that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SEA and CDG include:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central Seattle to SEA is approximately 23 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) operates direct flights from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
You can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Seattle to CDG departing from LKE. Jet off with any of these carriers and skip the connections:
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Lake Union Sea Plane Base and CDG:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 23 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 11 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Seattle to CDG? Unwind in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Book a hotel close to CDG if you're taking a late flight from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
From Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 44 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
For a one-way ticket from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport, C$407 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from C$843. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
To pick up flight tickets from Seattle to CDG, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Seattle to CDG.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Paris. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in June. This is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Lock in your flight from Seattle to CDG for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
After locking in your flight from Seattle to Charles de Gaulle Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Paris to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
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