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Cheapest round-trip
$808
Typical prices: $714-$1,198
United Airlines
Wed 11/7Wed 11/28
SAN - CDG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$290
Typical prices: $386-$625
WestJet
Wed 10/31
SAN - CDG • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Paris. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 37% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $682 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Paris (SAN-PAR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Paris

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 28
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4:01 pm - 10:15 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
33h 14m1 stop San Francisco
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12:05 pm - 12:00 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
32h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$808United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 28
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4:45 pm - 10:25 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
32h 40m2 stops Vancouver Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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2:00 pm - 4:25 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
35h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Vancouver Intl
$814Air Canada
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 28
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2:08 pm - 6:55 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
31h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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12:05 pm - 12:00 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
32h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$815United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:40 pm - 10:45 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
18h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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10:40 am - 5:50 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
16h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
$863British Airways
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
6:25 am - 7:10 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
16h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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2:40 pm - 11:59 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
18h 19m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$871Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 29
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10:56 am - 8:45 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
24h 49m2 stops San Francisco Dublin
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1:30 pm - 12:40 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
32h 10m1 stop Calgary
$871Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 30
Air France Logo
6:15 am - 6:10 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
14h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:10 am - 7:19 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
18h 09m1 stop Los Angeles
$872Air France
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 30
British Airways Logo
6:00 pm - 5:30 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
14h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:45 pm - 4:10 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
28h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
$878British Airways
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Delta Logo
1:53 pm - 1:50 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
14h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:55 am - 1:10 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$883Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Dec 3
Air France Logo
9:43 am - 10:00 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
15h 17m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:55 am - 12:10 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$925Air France
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Paris flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Paris?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Paris start at $808. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $714 to $1,198. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $808 on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Paris flight route?

San Diego (SAN) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the cheapest San Diego to Paris route, averaging $932 round-trip. Other San Diego to Paris routes average $1,059, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Paris?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Paris, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Paris?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Paris at $588 round-trip.
  • June ($1,255) and May ($1,145) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 113% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Diego to Paris the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Paris are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% 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 San Diego to Paris

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

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Robert Schrader

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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 San Diego to Paris flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$290
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from San Diego to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

When to book flights from San Diego to Paris

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Paris based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Diego to Paris flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are some of the transportation options to get from the Charles de Gaulle International Airport to the center of Paris after a flight?

    One choice that travelers visiting this airport often utilize to make the trip to downtown Paris is to travel aboard the Line B train operated by Paris RER that can have you from the airport to the Paris Nord station in downtown Paris in around 31 minutes. Passengers who prefer to make this trip in a taxi should expect a trip time of around 16min.

  • Does the Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport or any services or amenities to help passengers feel more refreshed after a long flight from San Diego?

    Travelers will find that airline lounges in both Terminals One and Two at this airport offer shower facilities. Passengers will also find a Be Relax Spa Location in Terminal 2E, Hall M, that offers a complete line of massage services that make a great choice to get refreshed after a long flight.

  • Is it necessary to obtain a visa when traveling from San Diego to Paris?

    If you are going on a vacation from San Diego to Paris, there is no need to obtain a visa, so long do you plan on staying in France for more than 90 days. Make sure that you do bring a valid passport with you on your trip and do ensure that the expiration date of the passport is at least 90 days after your date of entry into France.

  • Are there any airport hotels that have a convenient location close to the terminals at Charles de Gaulle International Airport?

    One of the most convenient choices that sits right adjacent to the entryway to Terminal One is the YOTELAIR Charles De Gaulle Airport that travelers will find in the transit area of Terminal 2E near Gate 11 and is just a short walk or airport train ride from all other terminals.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Paris?

    Flights from San Diego to Paris usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and may arrive at several airports in Paris area, including Paris Beauvais-Tille (BVA), Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Paris-Le Bourget (LBG) and Paris Orly (ORY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Paris?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Paris:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Diego to Paris?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $682 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $799 for nonstop.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Paris pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Diego to Paris most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 9% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Paris?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the San Diego to Paris route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $848 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $999, a difference of $151. 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 popular places can I visit in Paris?

    Some of the most popular sights in Paris are Eiffel Tower, Gare du Nord and Paris City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Paris on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Diego to Paris flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 21% above the route average of $933. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Paris?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Paris takes 0h 00m, covering 5,681 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Paris?

    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 are flight prices from San Diego to Paris looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Paris are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $649, which is 34% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Paris?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 30m, compared with 14h 20m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 14h 26m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Paris?

    Paris is 9 hours ahead of San Diego (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Paris?

    Since Paris is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) — daily rates from around $12:

    • Europcar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Goldcar Rental SP

    Near Paris Orly Airport (ORY) — daily rates from around $15:

    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Avis

    Near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) — daily rates from around $24:

    • Europcar
    • Free2Move
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Paris flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Paris range from $714 to $1,198, with an average of $933 over the past 12 months. Anything below $714 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Paris flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $848 - about $151 less than Thursday (15% 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 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Paris trip for January. Fares historically average $588 round-trip in that month - typically $667 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $682 round-trip on this route - about $117 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • One of the most cost-effective ways to travel from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Paris is to make the trip on a one-stop flight offered by Lufthansa that arrives at Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) with a layover at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
  • A quite convenient way to get from the Broadway and State Street bus station in downtown San Diego to the San Diego International Airport is to take the Line 992 bus operated by San Diego Metro Transit, that makes the trip to the airport in around 16 minutes.
  • Travelers that will be driving their own car to the San Diego International Airport should know that this airport offers an online parking reservation system that allows you to choose which type of parking you would like to utilize at the airport. One of the most convenient options at this airport is the Curbside Valet service that travelers will find at both terminals.
  • For those travelers with limited mobility or disabilities that plan on flying from the San Diego International Airport, it is good to know that this airport offers a number of features and amenities for these passengers, including TDD telephones, courtesy carts, and visual paging monitors.
  • Mothers who are nursing that are making a trip from San Diego International Airport should be aware of the fact that this airport offers three lactation rooms, with each of the rooms having a location past the security checkpoints. There is a lactation room on the second level of the West Rotunda of Terminal One, another room in the East Rotunda on the ground level of Terminal One, and another one near Gate 34 of Terminal Two.

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