Flying from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 55 minutes.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Paris eight hours behind Osaka.
Take your pick of six weekly Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flights. The 08:45 departure with Air France is the earliest you can take. Air France operates the last service of the day at 12:30.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your KIX to CDG flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air France offers direct flights from Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Paris — and maybe even more of France if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air France.
Air France is the most punctual carrier that offers KIX to CDG flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. These are the top stopovers between KIX and CDG:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Haneda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
At the moment, P15,763 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P31,825. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KIX to CDG.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KIX to CDG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
KIX's address is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
When it comes to Kansai International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.95% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near KIX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider booking a hotel close to CDG if you have a late Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience more of Paris and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Charles de Gaulle Airport to central Paris has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
June is the most popular month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Paris in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Kansai International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KIX to CDG around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Travel around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its top sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.