Travelling from Paris to Carpiquet Airport (CFR): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Paris's main airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Paris to Carpiquet Airport (CFR) taking off from either of these bases.
Caen's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Paris. Carpiquet Airport is located in Caen.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Paris to CFR. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
CDG is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Paris to Carpiquet Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
61.46% of flights that depart Charles de Gaulle Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to CFR flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.56%.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
BVA is around 88 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Paris to Carpiquet Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of BVA is 66.39%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
Reserve a hotel near CFR if you're catching a late flight from Paris to Carpiquet Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Carpiquet Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Europcar and see more of Caen and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Paris to Carpiquet Airport flight.
Getting from Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to central Caen
Carpiquet Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Caen. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
P8,586 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Carpiquet Airport. Return flights start from P13,812. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Paris to CFR. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Paris to Carpiquet Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Paris to CFR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Paris to Carpiquet Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Paris to Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
April is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Carpiquet Airport (CFR), while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Caen based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Paris to CFR plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Caen to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Carpiquet Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Caen
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Caen right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Paris to Carpiquet Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Abbaye aux Dames, Musee des Beaux-Arts de Caen and Caen Memorial museum are must-do's during your Caen adventure.
Explore more of France
You've seen Caen, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey around 209 kilometres east to Paris to tick off its top attractions. From Louve to Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in France, head for Nantes, about 225 kilometres south of Caen. Les Machines de L'ile, Machines of the Isle Nantes and Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne are highlights.
