How long does it take to fly to Paris?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Paris you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport takes 10h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Diego to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport takes 10h 35m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from California to Paris on average per day?

22 flights are operational daily from California to Paris as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 60% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Paris?

Air France, Delta and Norse Atlantic Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Paris from California according to our data. Air France is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Paris. Keep in mind that there are 28 different airlines that fly to Paris on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Paris on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 155 flights per week flying from California to Paris. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Paris?

TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Air Caraïbes, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Paris

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Paris?

Prices for flights from California to Paris are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Paris?

As of December 2025, there are 28 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Paris.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Paris?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Paris.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Paris?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Paris can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Paris. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:40 am - 9:55 am

SJC

CDG

16h 15m2 stops

8:50 am - 8:56 pm

CDG

SJC

21h 06m2 stops

$530Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

6:45 am - 9:55 am

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18h 10m1 stop

11:55 am - 6:41 pm

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15h 46m1 stop

$533Brussels Airlines

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1:30 pm - 7:55 pm

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CDG

21h 25m2 stops

7:30 am - 9:58 pm

CDG

BUR

23h 28m2 stops

$534Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

3:32 pm - 1:30 pm

SJC

CDG

12h 58m1 stop

10:30 am - 9:28 pm

CDG

SJC

19h 58m1 stop

$536Virgin Atlantic

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

10:00 am - 5:35 pm

SNA

CDG

22h 35m2 stops

6:25 am - 5:28 pm

CDG

SNA

20h 03m2 stops

$539Lufthansa

Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22

8:40 am - 5:35 pm

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CDG

23h 55m2 stops

6:15 am - 8:56 pm

CDG

SJC

23h 41m2 stops

$539Lufthansa

Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21

4:00 pm - 9:55 am

SJC

CDG

32h 55m2 stops

6:15 am - 1:39 pm

CDG

SJC

40h 24m2 stops

$548United Airlines

Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21

6:00 am - 7:25 am

ONT

CDG

40h 25m2 stops

6:15 am - 5:43 pm

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ONT

20h 28m2 stops

$549United Airlines

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6:00 am - 8:15 am

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CDG

17h 15m1 stop

9:40 am - 4:15 pm

CDG

ONT

39h 35m2 stops

$552Delta

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

1:50 pm - 1:30 pm

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CDG

14h 40m1 stop

8:10 am - 9:28 pm

CDG

SJC

22h 18m2 stops

$552Delta

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

British Airways flights from California to Paris

Our best British Airways deals on California to Paris flight tickets

British Airways

Jan 15

SNA3:15 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

17h 25m

2 stops

CDG5:40 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

Jan 22

CDG10:25 amParis Charles de Gaulle

21h 31m

2 stops

SNA10:56 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$552

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British Airways

Jan 30

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

13h 45m

1 stop

CDG4:45 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

Feb 8

CDG8:35 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

28h 35m

1 stop

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$554

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British Airways

Dec 29

LAX9:00 pmLos Angeles

16h 45m

1 stop

CDG10:45 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

Jan 17

CDG7:05 amParis Charles de Gaulle

20h 25m

1 stop

LAX6:30 pmLos Angeles

$742

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Virgin Atlantic

Jan 31

SJC3:32 pmSan Jose

12h 58m

1 stop

CDG1:30 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

Feb 7

CDG10:30 amParis Charles de Gaulle

19h 58m

1 stop

SJC9:28 pmSan Jose

$536

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Virgin Atlantic

Jan 17

SJC11:40 amSan Jose

25h 00m

2 stops

CDG9:40 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

Jan 30

CDG4:10 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

36h 02m

2 stops

SJC7:12 pmSan Jose

$541

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Virgin Atlantic

Jan 30

SNA11:15 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

21h 05m

2 stops

CDG5:20 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

Feb 6

CDG7:35 amParis Charles de Gaulle

23h 43m

2 stops

SNA10:18 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$543

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8:40 am-9:55 am

2 stops16h 15m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

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8:50 am-8:56 pm

2 stops21h 06m

$530

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Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

6:45 am-9:55 am

1 stop18h 10m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 2/6

11:55 am-6:41 pm

1 stop15h 46m

$533

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BURCDG

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 1/29

1:30 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

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7:30 am-9:58 pm

2 stops23h 28m

$534

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SJCCDG

San Jose

Sat 1/31

3:32 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop12h 58m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

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10:30 am-9:28 pm

1 stop19h 58m

$536

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SNACDG

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/15

10:00 am-5:35 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

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6:25 am-5:28 pm

2 stops20h 03m

$539

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SJCCDG

San Jose

Tue 1/13

8:40 am-5:35 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 1/21

6:15 am-8:56 pm

2 stops23h 41m

$539

San JoseParis

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SJCCDG

San Jose

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4:00 pm-9:55 am

2 stops32h 55m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 1/21

6:15 am-1:39 pm

2 stops40h 24m

$548

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ONT - CDG

ONTCDG

Ontario

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-7:25 am

2 stops40h 25m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 1/28

6:15 am-5:43 pm

2 stops20h 28m

$549

OntarioParis

ONT - CDG

ONTCDG

Ontario

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 1/28

9:40 am-4:15 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$552

San JoseParis

SJC - CDG

SJCCDG

San Jose

Thu 1/15

1:50 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 1/28

8:10 am-9:28 pm

2 stops22h 18m

$552

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Paris?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Paris from California, with most prices found around $605. If you are unable to visit Paris during the month of May, then departing from California during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $639.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Paris?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Paris is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $854. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Paris on Saturday is $990.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Paris?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Paris is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Paris in the evening for as low as $724. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Paris are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,075. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest California to Paris flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Paris Orly for the best California - Paris flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Paris?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Paris from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Paris for around $865 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Paris from California for as low as $795 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Paris flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Paris flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Paris flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Paris.

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Best Price Found	$256
Fastest flight time	10h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Paris	4 airports

The best one-way flight to Paris from California in the past 72 hours is $256. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Paris found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $646.

The fastest flight from California to Paris takes 10h 15m

Direct flights go from California to Paris every day.

There are 4 airports in Paris. From California there are direct flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Paris Orly (ORY).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Paris?
Prices for flights from California to Paris are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Paris?
As of December 2025, there are 28 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Paris.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Paris?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Paris.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Paris?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Paris can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Paris. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Paris?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Paris is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 37.50% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777 at 22.89%, Airbus A350-900 at 17.26%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 13.77%.

Best airlines flying from California to Paris

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $151	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,896 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
LEVEL	PriceFrom $265	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search LEVEL flights
Condor	PriceFrom $310	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.4 392 reviews	Search Condor flights
WestJet	PriceFrom $438	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,205 reviews	Search WestJet flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $478	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,586 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $495	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,092 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $501	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,637 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air Caraïbes	PriceFrom $517	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Air Caraïbes flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $521	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,054 reviews	Search Iberia flights

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