Travelling from Columbus to Paris: what you need to know
Port Columbus Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Paris leaving from here.
When arriving in Paris, hop off the plane at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) is another gateway to this city.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Columbus.
Leave enough time to make your Columbus to Paris flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Paris
To pick up cheap Columbus to Paris flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Columbus to Paris across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Columbus to Paris flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Columbus
Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Columbus to Paris flights leaving from Port Columbus Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
CMH is around 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Port Columbus Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Columbus to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Port Columbus Airport, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is approximately 23 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
CDG is situated at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is around 14 kilometres from central Paris. Once you've disembarked your flight from Columbus to Paris, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Columbus to Paris:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from ORY one week in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Columbus to Paris has landed. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there in a car.
The journey will take around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, choose a hotel close to BVA. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your Columbus to Paris flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with a Paris Beauvais Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're searching for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from BVA about three weeks ahead of your flight from Columbus to Paris. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better rate.
The street address for Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
March is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Paris, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Paris based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Columbus to Paris ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Columbus to Paris in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Columbus to Paris, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Paris to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Musee d'Orsay.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres to the southeast, popular attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Nantes is another essential stop in France and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. No trip is complete without visiting Les Machines de l’île Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.
