Detroit to Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (DTW–CDG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DTW–CDG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air France and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 3,952 miles in approximately 7h 22m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AF Air France | 11 | 333, 359 | 7h22-7h55 | SkyTeam | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 333 | 7h55 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · CDG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 11:00 PM in Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise).
US citizens enter France and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The EU's ETIAS travel authorization is expected to be required soon; register online before departure (€7, valid 3 years). Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from the Schengen zone.No customs duty on personal items. EU duty-free limits apply on goods purchased outside the EU.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
RER B to central Paris (Gare du Nord 25 min, Châtelet 30 min) costs €11.80. Take the free CDGVAL train from T1 or T3 to the RER station at T2 first. Heavy luggage is awkward on this line during rush hour; some platforms have no escalators.Fixed taxis: €55 to Right Bank, €65 to Left Bank. Ride-hail (Uber) costs €40–65. Le Bus Direct coaches run to Montparnasse, Opéra, and the Eiffel Tower (€17, 45–70 min). Connecting to Gare de Lyon or Massy for TGV services is possible via RER B (Denfert-Rochereau transfer).
Temperate oceanic climate. Summers are warm (20–27°C) and mostly dry with occasional thunderstorm delays. Winters are cold and overcast (2–8°C) with frequent rain and periodic frost. Snow is rare but CDG briefly closes when it falls on an unprepared system. Fog is the primary winter flight disruption, particularly November through January.
Spring is mild and wet. Autumn is the most unpredictable season weather-wise. CDG is a major hub. Even moderate weather cascades across European connections. Pack a mid-weight jacket year-round. Summers are rarely hot enough for short sleeves in the evenings.
DTW–CDG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to CDG
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) are connected by nonstop service from Air France and Delta Air Lines. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DTW to CDG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to CDG ranges from 7 hours 22 minutes to 7 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,952 miles (6,359 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 39 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via MEM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.