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Paris Airport Transfer
booked before you land

A private Paris airport transfer from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) straight to your hotel — fixed price, flight tracking and a professional driver waiting with your name on a sign.

~30 km to the city centre
30–60 min drive
Eiffel Tower · Louvre · Champs-Élysées
Airport
CDG
Charles de Gaulle
To city centre
~30 km
30–60 min by car
Terminals
3
T1, T2, T3
Also serving
ORY
Orly, south of Paris
Arriving in Paris

Your Paris airport transfer, sorted before take-off

The first hour in Paris sets the tone for the whole trip. A pre-booked Paris airport transfer means it starts calmly: you reserve online, you see the full fixed fare up front, and a professional driver is waiting for you at arrivals with your name on a sign.

GetPrivateRide arranges private transfers between Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) — also called Roissy — and every arrondissement of Paris, from the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre to the Champs-Élysées and the Left Bank. The airport is around 30 km northeast of the city, so a comfortable, fixed-price ride is the simplest way in.

Why book a private transfer instead of an airport taxi

Between the distance, the terminals and Paris traffic, the arrival is the fiddly part. A private Paris airport transfer fixes what usually goes wrong:

  • A fixed price, agreed online. You know the full fare before you fly — no meter, no Left-Bank / Right-Bank surcharge confusion.
  • A driver who waits for you. Your flight is tracked, so a delay or an early landing does not cost you the ride.
  • No RER changes with luggage. Skip the taxi queue and the train transfers — your driver takes you straight to your address.
  • One booking for the whole group. Sedans, vans and larger vehicles, so families and groups travel together.

For the full breakdown of vehicle classes, see our airport transfer services page, and our about page explains how the GetPrivateRide network operates worldwide.

Routes & journey times

Paris airport transfer routes

Typical driving times from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to the main areas of Paris. Actual journey time depends on the time of day and traffic on the A1.

Destination
Drive time
Best vehicle
Eiffel Tower & 7th arr.
40–60 min
Sedan / Van
Louvre & city centre
35–55 min
Sedan
Champs-Élysées & 8th arr.
35–55 min
Sedan
Montmartre & Gare du Nord
30–50 min
Sedan
Orly Airport (ORY)
50–80 min
Sedan / Van
Disneyland Paris
By arrangement
Van / Coach

Travelling further? GetPrivateRide also covers long-distance routes — see the full destinations page for coach and group options.

Local knowledge

Knowing Paris before you arrive

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), also known as Roissy, is the main international gateway to Paris and sits about 30 km northeast of the city. It has three terminal areas — T1, T2 and T3 — linked by the free CDGVAL shuttle. Whichever terminal you land in, your GetPrivateRide driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall.

The districts you may be heading to

  • The 7th & the Eiffel Tower — the classic Paris view, with elegant streets and the Champ de Mars.
  • The Louvre & city centre — the 1st arrondissement, museums, gardens and the banks of the Seine.
  • Champs-Élysées — the 8th arrondissement, shopping and the Arc de Triomphe.
  • Montmartre & the north — the artistic hilltop quarter and the Gare du Nord district.

For arrivals and departures information, the official Paris Aéroport website publishes official terminal details, and Paris tourist office is a good starting point for planning your stay.

Most-booked transfers

Top hotels for Paris airport transfers

Paris has two main airports — Charles de Gaulle (CDG), 25 km north-east, and Orly (ORY), 13 km south. The city’s grandest palace hotels — Ritz, Crillon, Plaza Athénée, Bristol, George V, Meurice — sit inside a triangle between Place Vendôme, the Champs-Élysées and Place de la Concorde. These are the addresses we most often see in our Paris bookings.

Hotel
District
From airport
Ritz Paris
Place Vendôme
40–55 min
Hôtel de Crillon — Rosewood
Place de la Concorde
40–55 min
Four Seasons Hotel George V
Avenue George V
40–55 min
Le Bristol Paris
Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré
40–55 min
Plaza Athénée
Avenue Montaigne
40–55 min
The Peninsula Paris
Avenue Kléber
40–55 min
Hôtel Le Meurice
Rue de Rivoli
40–55 min
Cheval Blanc Paris
Quai du Louvre
40–55 min
Bulgari Hotel Paris
Avenue George V
40–55 min
Mandarin Oriental Paris
Rue Saint-Honoré
40–55 min
Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme
Rue de la Paix
40–55 min
Shangri-La Paris
Avenue d’Iéna
40–55 min
Hôtel Lutetia
Saint-Germain-des-Prés
40–55 min

From Charles de Gaulle (CDG), most central Paris hotels are 40 to 55 minutes by road depending on traffic on the A1 and the Boulevard Périphérique. Orly (ORY) is closer in distance but rush-hour traffic on the A6 can add 20 minutes. Our drivers monitor your flight and adjust pick-up accordingly.

What to see

Top places to visit in Paris

Paris is best taken in by district rather than by checklist — but a first visit almost always covers the river, the Louvre, the Tower and one of the Right Bank or Left Bank quarters. Below are the landmarks our drivers are most often asked about, plus the popular day trips.

The city centre

  • Eiffel Tower — The 1889 wrought-iron landmark on the Champ de Mars — best photographed from Trocadéro at golden hour.
  • Louvre Museum — The world’s most-visited museum, in the former royal palace beside the Tuileries.
  • Notre-Dame Cathedral — The Gothic masterpiece on the Île de la Cité, reopened after the 2019 fire.
  • Arc de Triomphe & Champs-Élysées — The Napoleonic arch at the top of the avenue — the rooftop view down to the Louvre is the classic Paris axis.
  • Sacré-Cœur & Montmartre — The white basilica on the highest hill in the city, with the painters’ village around Place du Tertre below.
  • Musée d’Orsay — The Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collection housed in the former Gare d’Orsay railway station.
  • Sainte-Chapelle — The 13th-century royal chapel on the Île de la Cité, with the most complete medieval stained-glass cycle in Europe.

Beyond the centre & day trips

  • Palace of Versailles — The 17th-century palace and gardens of Louis XIV, 20 km west of Paris — a classic full-day excursion.
  • Le Marais — The 3rd and 4th arrondissements, with the Place des Vosges, the Picasso Museum and the best small shops in the city.
  • Centre Pompidou — The colourful inside-out building housing France’s national modern art collection.
  • Saint-Germain-des-Prés — The Left Bank literary district, with Café de Flore, Les Deux Magots and Boulevard Saint-Germain.
  • Giverny — Monet’s Garden — Claude Monet’s house and water-lily garden in Normandy, 75 km north-west — open April to October.
  • Reims & Champagne — The Champagne capital, 140 km east — a popular day trip for tastings at the great houses.
Questions

Paris airport transfer FAQ

How far is Charles de Gaulle Airport from central Paris?

Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is about 30 km northeast of central Paris. A private transfer to the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre or the Champs-Élysées usually takes 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic.

What is the difference between CDG and Orly?

CDG (Charles de Gaulle / Roissy) is the main international airport, northeast of Paris. ORY (Orly) is south of the city and serves many European and domestic flights. Match your transfer to the airport on your ticket.

Is the Paris airport transfer price fixed?

Yes. You see and accept a single fare when you book — no meter and no Left-Bank / Right-Bank surcharge confusion. See our terms of service for full booking conditions.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

Your driver tracks your flight and adjusts the pick-up time, so a late or early arrival does not cost you the transfer. Our cancellation policy covers bigger changes of plan.

Can I book one vehicle for a family or group?

Yes. Choose a sedan, a van or a larger vehicle during booking so everyone travels together. The services page lists each vehicle class and its capacity.

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