Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Paris: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris.
When jetting into Paris, get off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another gateway to this city.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Paris five hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Fort Lauderdale to Paris flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Paris
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Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
We make it a cinch to book a Fort Lauderdale to Paris flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometers from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to CDG if you're coming in on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and see more of Paris and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is around 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 55 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY can get you a lower rate.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is about 72 kilometres from the centre of Paris. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a car after your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris.
The journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes using public transport.
Check in to a hotel near BVA and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late Fort Lauderdale to Paris flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Start your journey without stressing over how to reach your destination with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable companies here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
If you're after a specific make or model, lock in your ride from BVA around three weeks ahead of your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Paris. To skip the crowds, head to Paris in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Fort Lauderdale to Paris ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Paris, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
Paris has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a trip to Lyon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Nantes is another standout destination in France and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. No journey is complete without visiting Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.