Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) to Dulles (CDG–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CDG–IAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Air France lead the route. The flight covers 3,851 miles in approximately 8h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, OS, SN | 15 | 763, 777 | 8h30-8h50 | – | Star Alliance | AC, LX, OS, SN |
| AF Air France Also: KL, SV | 14 | 359, 77W | 8h05-8h40 | – | SkyTeam | KL, SV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dulles from Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise)
| Metric | CDG→IAD | ORY→IAD | OST→IAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CDG | – | 21 mi | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 85 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 8h 35m | 8h 1m | 8h 11m |
Travel Essentials
CDG: CEST · IAD: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise), it's 12:00 PM in Dulles.
French citizens enter the US visa-free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for up to 90 days for tourism or business. You must get an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov. The ESTA costs USD 21 and is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires. Apply at least 72 hours before departure, though most approvals come within minutes.
Your passport must be biometric (the e-passport symbol on the cover). At US immigration, you will be fingerprinted and photographed. Officers may ask about your trip purpose, accommodation, and return plans. You cannot extend a VWP stay beyond 90 days or change status while in the US. For longer stays or work, apply for a visa at the US Embassy in Paris (2 Avenue Gabriel, Paris 8e).
Air France, Delta, United, and other carriers fly Paris CDG to multiple US cities direct, including New York JFK, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Miami, and Washington Dulles. The US dollar is the local currency. Tipping is expected (15 to 20% at restaurants). Travel insurance covering medical costs is strongly recommended since US healthcare charges are extreme by French standards. An ER visit can cost USD 3,000 or more without insurance.
RER B train runs from central Paris (Châtelet–Les Halles, Gare du Nord) to CDG T2 in 30–35 minutes (€11.80, RATP fare). From T2, a free CDGVAL people mover covers T1 and T3. Train frequency is every 10–15 minutes; service runs from around 5am to midnight.
Taxis from Paris have a fixed fare: €55 to the Right Bank (most of central Paris), €65 to the Left Bank. Journey time is 30–60 minutes depending on traffic on the A1. Ride-hail (Uber, Bolt) is often cheaper. Buses (Le Bus Direct) run from major Left Bank and Right Bank stops (€17).
Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.
Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.
CDG–IAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CDG to IAD
Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Air France. With 85 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CDG to IAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CDG to IAD is about 8 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,851 miles (6,198 km). There are approximately 85 weekly flights outbound and 85 return, totaling 170 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Brussels, Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Boston Logan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne) (ORY) and Oostende (OST).