Travelling from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 42 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. There are 73 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 20:30. Go for the first IST to CDG departure with Air France at 06:45 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to CDG, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport leaving from IST.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Istanbul to CDG leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)? Browse the fares flying out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Catch your direct flight from Istanbul to CDG with AJet. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of SAW.
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CDG are:
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 57 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Istanbul to CDG? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CDG if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport to the centre of Paris takes about 44 minutes in a car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport is ج.م. 3,785. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 10,134. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
10 months before your departure is the best time to score cheap tickets from Istanbul to CDG.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport. June is the most popular month for a trip to Paris. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to CDG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Paris
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Paris right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are attractions you won't want to skip in Paris.
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