CDG

Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris, FR

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Immigration · Predicted

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Security · today · typical by hour

Estimated Fast · peak Normal at 7a · best Fast at 2a

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When to Arrive

Domestic Flight

90 min

before departure

International Flight

150 min

before departure

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Total Queue Time Estimate

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Wait Time History — Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Tips for Charles de Gaulle Airport

Arrive at least 150 minutes before your flight to allow time for check-in, security, and immigration.
Security is typically busiest 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. Midday flights (11 AM-2 PM) usually have the shortest queues.
Terminal 2B typically has the shortest security wait times.
Check in online and use mobile boarding passes to skip the check-in counter and head straight to security.
Immigration processing currently averages 50 minutes. Have your passport and any required documents ready to minimize your time at the desk.
CDG is one of the busiest airports globally. During holidays and summer peak, wait times can be 30-50% higher than average.

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CDG Airport FAQs

For Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. Current wait times show approximately 7 minutes for security and 50 minutes for immigration, so plan accordingly.

The queue index at Charles de Gaulle Airport indicates overall airport congestion levels based on security, immigration, and check-in wait times. A low queue index (under 30%) means smooth operations, moderate (30-70%) suggests normal traffic, and high (over 70%) indicates busy conditions with longer waits.

Charles de Gaulle Airport offers various amenities including TSA PreCheck and Clear for expedited security, lounges, dining and shopping, currency exchange, free WiFi, and ground transportation options. Premium travelers can access airline lounges with Priority Pass or credit card memberships.

Terminal connections at Charles de Gaulle Airport vary by airport. Most large airports offer free shuttle services, AirTrain or automated people movers, and walking paths. Check the airport map or information desk for the fastest route between terminals.

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18 lounges

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IATA Code

CDG

Location

Paris

France

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Current Status

Quiet Traffic

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Busiest Months

JulAugDec

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Last updated: August 28, 2026

About Charles de Gaulle Airport

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) serves Paris in France. As one of the world's busiest airports, CDG handles millions of passengers annually. During peak travel periods, security lines can extend significantly — plan your arrival time carefully.

International travelers arriving at CDG should plan ahead for immigration processing. France uses a dual-lane passport control system with separate queues for EU/EEA Citizens and Non-EU Citizens passport holders. EU/EEA Citizens queues are typically 40-60% faster.

The busiest travel periods at CDG are Jul, Aug, Dec. During these months, wait times can be 30-50% longer than average. Consider arriving at least 3 hours before international flights during peak season.