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Cheapest round-trip
$757
Typical prices: $791-$1,255
JetBlue
Fri 2/23Wed 3/7
SAN - CDG • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$899
Typical prices: $694-$874
Delta
Thu 5/3Mon 5/7
SAN - CDG • Non-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 31% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $774 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 31m (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

Tue, Feb 23 - Sun, Mar 7
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12:40 pm - 11:35 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
13h 55m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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11:20 am - 7:14 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
16h 54m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$757JetBlue
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 21
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3:09 pm - 11:30 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
35h 21m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Calgary
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1:30 pm - 12:40 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
32h 10m1 stop Calgary
$759Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 14 - Wed, May 5
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10:55 am - 12:35 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
16h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:25 am - 6:27 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
17h 02m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$794Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 20
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7:20 am - 10:40 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
18h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:30 am - 6:19 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
16h 49m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$803Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 20
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8:00 am - 9:05 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
16h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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1:30 pm - 9:37 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
17h 07m1 stop Philadelphia
$816Iberia
Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 20
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7:44 am - 1:35 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
20h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Madrid Barajas
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1:30 pm - 9:37 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
17h 07m1 stop Philadelphia
$821Iberia
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:35 pm - 5:35 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
15h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:10 am - 3:45 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
15h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$822Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:35 pm - 5:35 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
15h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:00 am - 3:45 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
18h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$824Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:15 am - 1:00 pmSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
21h 45m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:55 am - 12:10 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$844Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 21
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6:15 am - 8:10 amSAN  San Diego-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
16h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:55 am - 12:10 pmCDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-SAN San Diego
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$858Delta
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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 typically range from $791 to $1,255. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $757, on JetBlue.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Paris flight route?

There's little price difference between San Diego to Paris routes. They average around $1,013 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Paris. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Paris?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Paris at $669 round-trip.
•June ($1,284) and December ($1,206) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 91% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 31% 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.

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 San Diego to Paris flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$285
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Paris Orly 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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 long is a flight from San Diego to Paris?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Paris takes 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 much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Paris flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Paris range from $791 to $1,255, with an average of $1,026 over the past 12 months. Anything below $791 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $1,026 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $799 round-trip and layover options via Calgary (YYC) at $774.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Diego to Paris?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$75 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Diego to Paris flights?

    Air France is the only airline on the San Diego to Paris route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Paris are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $473.

  • 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 averaging $55:

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

    Near Paris Orly Airport (ORY) — daily rates averaging $52:

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

    Near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) — daily rates averaging $58:

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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from San Diego to Paris. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $898 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,078, a difference of $180.

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

  • 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 31m, compared with 13h 31m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 14h 25m via Los Angeles (LAX).

  • 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 popular places can I visit in Paris?

    Some of the most popular sights in Paris are Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Champs-Elysées. These are among the most viewed places in Paris on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Diego to Paris flights?

    Among airlines operating San Diego to Paris flights:

    • Air France: offers extra legroom

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Diego to Paris 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
    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    No, U.S. citizens traveling from San Diego to Paris for vacation do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days within a six-month period. A valid passport is still required and it should expire at least three months after the planned departure date.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $898, about $180 less than Saturday fares (17% 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 31% 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 $669 round-trip in that month - typically $615 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 Calgary Airport (YYC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $774 round-trip on this route - about $25 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're driving to San Diego International Airport, use the online parking reservation system to pick the parking option you'd like. For one of the most convenient choices, Curbside Valet is available at both terminals.

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