Flying from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the main airports in Osaka.
The average time for a direct Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight is 14 hours 40 minutes.
Paris is eight hours behind Osaka. Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Take your pick of 4 direct services every week. Air France operates a 11:20am departure between KIX and CDG.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Osaka to CDG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Get there in one go from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Direct flights from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) are available from here.
When leaving from KIX, you can catch a direct flight from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport with Air France.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between KIX and CDG is Air France.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air France leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Osaka to CDG departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it takes around 45 minutes to drive the 48 kilometres or so.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are near Kansai International Airport. They're an especially good option if you're taking off early.
67.95% of flights that leave from Kansai International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Haneda Airport (HND) is a popular option between Itami Airport and CDG.
The drive from central Osaka to ITM generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 16 kilometres.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Osaka to CDG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Itami Airport:
77.41% of flights taking off from Itami Airport meet their expected arrival time.
ITM is located at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Is around UKB 40 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 45 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Kobe Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
UKB has an on-time performance rate of 85.15%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your trip is smooth and easy.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Paris. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Currently, Rs94,980 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs182,822. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Osaka to CDG, book your flight ticket one month before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
June is when most people book flights from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Visit Paris in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in an Osaka to CDG flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Charles de Gaulle Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Louve, Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are essential stops on your Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey around 177 kilometres north to Lille to check off its popular sights. From Palais des Beaux Arts to Grand'Place and Grand place, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 113 kilometres east of Paris, Reims is another essential stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Towers of Reims Cathedral.