Paris Charles de Gaulle

About Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), located in Roissy-en-France near Paris, is one of the busiest and most significant airports in Europe and the world. Operated by Groupe ADP, CDG serves as a crucial hub for both domestic and international travel, making it a vital gateway for passengers travelling to and from France. The airport is situated approximately 15 miles (25 kilometres) northeast of Paris’s city centre, making it conveniently accessible for travellers.

The airport's history dates back to 1974 when it was officially opened and named after Charles de Gaulle, the leader of Free France during the Second World War and the founder of the French Fifth Republic. Over the decades, it has undergone extensive development and modernization to cater to the growing demands of air travel. Today, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport features three main passenger terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3.

CDG is renowned for its infrastructure and passenger-friendly services. The terminals are equipped with modern amenities, including automated baggage handling systems, a wide range of retail and dining options, and several lounges offering comfortable seating, complimentary snacks, beverages, and high-speed Wi-Fi.

The airport's operational efficiency and passenger services have earned it numerous accolades, including awards for being one of the best airports in Europe. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport can handle over 76 million passengers annually and continues to grow with ongoing expansion projects aimed at further increasing this capacity.

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is also a critical cargo hub, facilitating the movement of goods and contributing significantly to the region's economy. Its strategic location and comprehensive connectivity make it a vital gateway for international trade and tourism.

Our Lounges

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport has three terminals but Terminal 2 consists of seven sub-terminals (2A to 2G). We operate lounges in Terminal 2E, providing a welcoming, comfortable space for everyone.

Terminal 2E: YotelAir Paris Charles de Gaulle
The YotelAir Paris Charles de Gaulle is open 24 hours daily, apart from 13-14 June when the lounge will close at 11pm on the 13th and reopen at 7am on the 14th.

The YotelAir Paris Charles De Gaulle offers a maximum three-hour stay for non-Schengen departing and transit passengers only. Children under two years are admitted free. A smart casual dress code applies at all times, and a separate smoking room is available.
The lounge is located airside of Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Take the Shuttle train to Gate L and follow signs for Instant Paris/YOTEL. Passengers travelling from Gates K and M can access the lounge via the Shuttle train but remember to leave enough time to get to your gate.

Facilities

Our lounges at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport are specifically designed to be comfortable and welcoming spaces for everyone. The facilities available include:

• Disabled access
• Free Wi-Fi
• Refreshments
• Air conditioning
• Showers
• Alcohol
• Newspapers and magazines
• Digital Card accepted

Terminal 1 at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport is the perfect place to browse lots of luxury brands, from French favourites such as Chanel, Dior and Hermes, to Bvlgari and Burberry.

There is plenty to choose from in the duty-free section, from wines and spirits to gourmet gifts.

Foodies are in for a treat, with snacks available from Paul, Pret and Miyou, to Franco-Spanish eatery Bellota-Bellota and Gontran Cherrier’s artisanal bread and pastries.

Terminal 2 offers passengers looking for some retail therapy the same blend of international brand names throughout the terminal, including Fendi and Tiffany, with French favourites, such as Louis Vuitton and Cartier.

Likewise, the food on offer in T2 in Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport is diverse and delicious. Choose from the Halles Parisiennes gourmet counter, or the Kirei restaurant, a Spanish concept serving up Japanese specialities. If Italian cuisine is your thing, head to IT Trattoria.

Terminal 3 may be the smallest of Paris CDG’s terminals, but it still manages to pack in duty-free shopping and a FNAC outlet, for all passengers’ technology needs.

Food on offer in this terminal is definitely to go: served up by outlets including Paul, Pret and M&S Food.

Special assistance
There are numerous adapted services available at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport for disabled persons, people with reduced mobility (PRM), or temporary or permanent mobility issues.

They include priority lanes, self-service wheelchairs, and mobility assistance.

Passengers who have an invisible disability, such as autism spectrum disorder, diabetes, chronic pain, visual impairment, hearing loss, dementia, anxiety disorder or many others, can choose to wear the Sunflower lanyard, enabling staff to identify if they need extra support. Find more details here.

Accessibility

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport is located 14 miles (23 kilometres) northeast of Paris. There are many ways to access the airport:

By car
You can reach Paris-CDG Airport via the A1, A3, A104 and A4 motorways, as well as the D104 and N102.

By train
The RER B, commuter and rapid transit line, connects Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport to central Paris. It has two stations on the airport grounds:

• Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport 1 station, found inside Roissypôle and next to Terminal 3.
• Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport 2 TGV station, located between Terminals 2C, 2D, 2E, and 2F.

The RER B service runs four trains per hour making all stops between Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport and Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, and four trains per hour that offer non-stop express service.

Terminal 2 includes a TGV (high-speed train) station on the LGV Interconnexion Est line. Operators TGV inOui, Ouigo and Thalys high-speed services also operate from the station connecting passengers to locations around France as well as Belgium and the Netherlands.

By bus
RATP 350 runs between Gare de l'Est/Gare du Nord in Paris and Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, stopping at all terminals (except 2G) and other areas of the airport.

RATP 351 runs between Nation station in Paris, Gallieni station, stopping at all terminals (except 2G) and other areas of the airport.
N140 and N143 are local services running overnight between Gare de l'Est/Gare du Nord in Paris and Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, all terminals (except 2G) and other areas of the airport.

Roissybus runs a non-stop express service between Opéra station of the Paris Métro and Paris-CDG Airport.

The Magical Shuttle is a non-stop express service between Disneyland Paris and Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, stopping at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2E/2F.

Travel between terminals
CDGVal is a free, automatic shuttle operating throughout Paris-CDG airport.

Running from 4am to 1am, it links each Terminal 1, 3, 2A, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G, as well as the railway station and car parks, in four to eight minutes. Find out more here.

Parking
The arrival and departures terminals have drop-off areas providing a maximum of 10 minutes parking.

Vehicles are charged €1 for the 11th minute, then €1 for each subsequent minute. Parking for more than one hour is prohibited and may result in your vehicle being towed.

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport operates nine secure car parks that are as close as possible to the terminals. Be aware, some are only available via online booking.