Landing in Paris is the start of something extraordinary, and getting into the city is easier than you might expect. Paris is served by two major international airports — Charles de Gaulle (Roissy-CDG) to the north and Orly (Aéroport de Paris-Orly) to the south — each connected to the city by fast, affordable rail links and regulated taxis. This guide covers every transfer option, with confirmed 2026 fares and journey times, so you can step off your flight and head straight to your hotel with confidence.

Whether you are travelling on a tight budget or prefer door-to-door comfort, Paris has a transfer option to suit you. Book your flights to Paris via Traveloka and read on to plan the rest of your journey from the airport to the heart of the city.

Charles de Gaulle is France's largest international airport, located around 25 kilometres northeast of central Paris. It handles tens of millions of passengers each year and offers three principal options for reaching the city centre: the RER B rapid transit train, licensed taxis with fixed regulated fares, and pre-booked private airport transfers.

The RER B is the fastest and most economical way to travel between CDG and central Paris. Trains depart every ten minutes between 5:00 AM and midnight, making it a reliable option regardless of when your flight lands. The standard one-way fare using the Billet Paris Région Aéroports (Paris Region Airports Ticket) is €14 for adults, with children aged 4 to 9 paying half price. The journey from the airport terminals to Gare du Nord takes approximately 35 to 40 minutes, continuing to Châtelet–Les Halles, Saint-Michel–Notre-Dame, and Denfert-Rochereau.

There are two dedicated RER B stations within the airport complex: Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1 and Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 – TGV. Both are connected to the terminals by free automated CDGVal shuttles. The airports ticket is available through the official Île-de-France Mobilités app, which allows you to buy and store tickets on your smartphone before you travel, avoiding queues at the machines. Regular Paris metro tickets are not valid for airport journeys and will result in a fine.

Licensed Paris taxis charge regulated flat fares for journeys to and from CDG. The fixed rate to the Rive Droite (Right Bank, covering central areas such as the Champs-Élysées, Le Marais, Opéra, and Montmartre) is €56. Journeys to the Rive Gauche (Left Bank, including Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Eiffel Tower area, and the Latin Quarter) are charged at a flat €65. These fares include luggage at no extra charge, and there are no supplements for public holidays or night travel. Journey time from CDG to central Paris is typically 45 minutes to an hour and 15 minutes depending on traffic, with the motorway approach to the city being the main variable.

Taxis from CDG depart from clearly marked ranks outside each terminal's arrivals hall, and the driver is legally required to accept the fixed fare for Paris destinations. A small booking surcharge of €4 applies for immediate pickup at the rank. For groups of five or more passengers, an additional charge of €5.50 per person beyond four applies.

For travellers who prefer to be met by a dedicated driver, a pre-booked private airport transfer is a convenient alternative to taxis and trains. Private vehicles are waiting for you in the arrivals hall, meaning there is no queue and no searching for a taxi rank after a long flight. Transfers can be booked in advance through Traveloka, allowing you to lock in pricing before you depart and have the full journey cost confirmed. This option is especially popular for families with children, travellers with significant luggage, and those arriving late at night.

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Orly is Paris's second international airport, located around 14 kilometres south of the city centre. It is closer to central Paris than CDG and has benefited from major investment in recent years, including the extension of Metro Line 14 directly into the airport complex. Orly is well served by rapid transit, taxi, and private transfer options.

Since June 2024, Métro Ligne 14 has connected Orly Airport directly to the Paris metro network without any shuttle or transfer required. This is now the fastest and most direct public transport link from Orly to the city centre. The journey from Orly to Châtelet takes around 25 minutes, with trains running every two to five minutes depending on the time of day. First services depart Orly at 05:30 AM, with the last train leaving at 00:34 AM Sunday through Thursday and 01:34 AM on Fridays and Saturdays.

The fare is the same as the CDG airport ticket: €14 for adults using the Billet Paris Région Aéroports, or €7 for children aged 4 to 9. The ticket is valid for two hours of onward travel across the Paris metro, RER, and suburban rail network. Holders of a Navigo weekly or monthly pass covering all zones can travel on Metro Line 14 to Orly at no additional cost. Tickets are purchased via contactless smartphone app or reloadable smart card (Navigo Easy); magnetic paper tickets are no longer accepted on the Paris network as of June 2026.

The Tramway T7 offers a scenic and economical surface connection from Orly's Terminal 4 to Villejuif–Louis Aragon, the southern terminus of Metro Line 7, in around 35 to 40 minutes. The tram fare is just €2.15, making it the most affordable transfer option from Orly, though you will need to add the cost of a metro ticket for the onward journey into the city centre. The T7 runs throughout the day and connects several suburbs along its route, which gives it a local atmosphere distinct from the express airport links.

From Villejuif–Louis Aragon, Metro Line 7 runs north through the heart of Paris, stopping at Place d'Italie, Les Gobelins, Opéra, and beyond. The full tram-plus-metro journey to central Paris takes approximately 50 to 60 minutes in total, so it suits travellers with time to spare who want to keep transfer costs to a minimum.

As with CDG, licensed Paris taxis charge regulated flat fares from Orly Airport. The fixed rate to the Rive Gauche (Left Bank) is €36, covering arrondissements including the 5th, 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, and 15th. Journeys to the Rive Droite (Right Bank, including the Louvre, Champs-Élysées, Montmartre, and Le Marais) are charged at €45. These fares include luggage at no additional cost, and there are no supplements for public holidays or night travel. Journey time is typically 25 to 40 minutes to the Left Bank and 35 to 50 minutes to the Right Bank, depending on traffic conditions.

Taxi ranks at Orly are located outside each terminal's arrivals area and are well signposted. A booking fee of €4 applies for immediate pickup, with an advance reservation fee of €7 if you arrange a taxi before your flight.

Pre-booked private transfers from Orly work in the same way as from CDG: a driver meets you in arrivals, your vehicle is confirmed in advance, and the total fare is agreed before you travel. For travellers who have booked their Paris hotels on Traveloka and want a seamless door-to-door experience, a private airport transfer from Orly is a smooth and reliable start to the trip. Book your transfer through Traveloka alongside your accommodation to keep all your Paris arrangements in one place, and explore available Traveloka promotions for bundled savings.

Both Paris airports are well connected to the city centre, and the right choice depends on your priorities. The table below summarises the key options by airport, fare, and approximate journey time to central Paris.

From CDG, the RER B train (€14, 35–40 min) is the fastest value option, while regulated taxis offer flat fares of €56 to the Right Bank or €65 to the Left Bank. From Orly, Metro Line 14 (€14, 25 min) is the quickest public transit link, while taxis charge €36 to the Left Bank or €45 to the Right Bank. For either airport, a pre-booked private transfer gives you comfort and a confirmed price regardless of traffic.

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Whichever transfer option you choose, a little preparation makes the journey considerably easier. For RER B and Metro Line 14, download the official Île-de-France Mobilités app before you travel so you can purchase your airport ticket digitally without needing to queue at machines on arrival. Magnetic cardboard tickets are no longer valid anywhere on the Paris public transport network as of June 2026, so a Navigo Easy contactless card or smartphone-based ticket is required for all journeys.

If you plan to spend several days in Paris and will be using public transport extensively, the Navigo weekly pass offers unlimited travel across all zones including both airports, which quickly pays for itself over a few days of sightseeing. Taxis in Paris are metered for journeys within the city, but airport journeys are covered by the fixed flat fares described above — any driver insisting on a metered fare for an airport trip should be politely reminded of the regulated rate. For private transfers, always confirm your booking confirmation number and the driver's name before you land to ensure a seamless pickup in arrivals.

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