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Cheapest round-trip
$753
Typical prices: $748-$1,042
Iberia
Tue 11/20Thu 11/22
CDG - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$760
Typical prices: $808-$1,115
Lufthansa
Fri 4/20Fri 4/27
CDG - IAD • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Air France Premium adds SkyPriority; Delta offers in-flight Wi-Fi on this route.
At CDG, security can be slow; for United, bring your own food and drink.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air France and United Airlines. Average duration is 8h 47m
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Cheapest • 8% average savings
Most popular
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 13% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $621 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charles de Gaulle to Washington, D.C. (CDG-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charles de Gaulle to Washington, D.C.

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 8:05 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 2:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
19h 32m2 stops Newark Zurich
$753United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 8:05 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
United Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 2:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
12h 00m1 stop Zurich
$753United Airlines
Fri, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 18
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 4:50 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 11:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
33h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
$753Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 13
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 6:50 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
36h 40m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 7:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
16h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$753Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29
Lufthansa Logo
6:40 am - 3:55 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
5:20 pm - 6:55 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
7h 35mnonstop
$754Lufthansa
Mon, Apr 26 - Mon, May 10
Lufthansa Logo
7:20 am - 3:05 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
6:00 pm - 7:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
7h 45mnonstop
$754Lufthansa
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Icelandair Logo
1:00 pm - 6:30 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
7:40 pm - 12:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
10h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$756Icelandair
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Jan 4
Icelandair Logo
1:00 pm - 6:30 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 30m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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7:40 pm - 12:00 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
10h 20m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$757Icelandair
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Jan 5
Aer Lingus Logo
10:15 am - 3:45 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 30m1 stop Dublin
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5:15 pm - 9:35 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
10h 20m1 stop Dublin
$761Aer Lingus
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 30
Aer Lingus Logo
1:25 pm - 7:20 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 55m1 stop Dublin
Aer Lingus Logo
8:50 pm - 8:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
17h 55m1 stop Dublin
$763Aer Lingus
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Price, demand and travel trends for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. typically range from $748 to $1,042. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $753, on Iberia.

What is the cheapest Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) is the cheapest Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $740 round-trip. Other Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. routes average $873, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. at $749 round-trip.
•July ($1,043) and August ($994) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Charles de Gaulle to Washington, D.C.

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines and IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Air France

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on CDG

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$504
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 22% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Charles de Gaulle to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charles de Gaulle to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Charles de Gaulle to Washington, D.C.: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Charles de Gaulle to Washington, D.C. 
Juan GFlew with Air France-Jun 2026
Due to the excess of hand luggage, the airlines are offering to take it at no cost. What provides a lot of comfort.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Dec 2024
Bring your own food AND drink on the plane with you.
Verified travelerFlew with Air France-Jul 2024
Don’t use Paris for transiting from another airport. It is not transit friendly. Use Munich of Frankfurt instead.

Your Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:15 pm and lands at 9:02 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:15 pm and lands at 2:02 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 47m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 8h 47m, covering 3,832 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $748 to $1,042, with an average of $865 over the past 12 months. Anything below $748 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $865 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $621 round-trip via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ), compared to $938 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $60–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Air France is the only airline on the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $607, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 27m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Dublin (DUB) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $823 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $944, a difference of $121.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    2 airlines operate flights between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Air France
    • United Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Philadelphia (PHL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 55m, compared with 11h 13m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 11h 20m via Newark (EWR).

  • What is the time difference between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 5 hours behind Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (Eastern Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Among airlines operating Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights:

    • Air France: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air France: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Brussels Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $823, about $121 less than Sunday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for February. Fares historically average $749 round-trip in that month - typically $294 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 85% of United Airlines flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C. arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 27m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $621 round-trip on this route - about $317 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

Prefer to fly direct from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C.?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Washington, D.C., which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Paris Charles de Gaulle to Washington, D.C.

Monday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Tuesday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Wednesday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Thursday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Friday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Saturday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Sunday

Air France,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Paris Charles de Gaulle

Monday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Tuesday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Wednesday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Thursday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Friday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Saturday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

Sunday

Air France,United Airlines

Air France,United Airlines

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