How do you get around the Charles de Gaulle airport?

How to get around. Use the CDGVAL shuttle train to connect landside between Terminal 1, 2, 3. Terminal 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F are linked landside with pedestrian connecting corridors (recommended), you can also use a bus. Terminal 2G can be reached by shuttle bus via Terminal 2F.



Navigating Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), one of the largest airports in Europe, is primarily facilitated by the CDGVAL, a free automated shuttle train. The CDGVAL serves as the spine of the airport, connecting Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3, as well as the long-stay car parks and the Roissypôle RER station. It runs 24/7, with trains appearing every four minutes during peak hours. Within the sprawling Terminal 2, which consists of seven distinct halls (2A through 2G), additional shuttle buses like the N1 and N2 provide transit between halls. For passengers who have already passed security, the LISA shuttle connects the satellite gates (Halls K, L, and M) of Terminal 2E. While CDG is famously complex, 2026 signage is highly standardized with color-coded paths. Most terminal-to-terminal transfers take between 10 and 20 minutes, though travelers are advised to factor in additional time for security if moving between non-connected airside zones.

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The cost of the taxi trip between CDG and Paris is between 50 Euros and 60 Euros, depending on the route taken and the destination in Paris. In the event of frequent traffic jams in Paris and its surroundings, this price may be doubled. Those who don't want to queue for a taxi can book a motorcycle taxi.

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Minimum connecting time recommended by EASY CDG*
60 minutes for connections within the same terminal. 90 minutes for connections that require travel between terminals. * Only apply if travelling on a single ticket and any baggage checked through to your final destination.

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Navigating Charles de Gaulle CDG is a sprawling airport with a confusing number of terminal designations, from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2A through 2F. Terminal 2, in fact, is really a collection of seven terminals, with a few extra sub-designations like 2F-1 to make matters even more confusing.

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Two hours is plenty if it is a connection and the first flight is on time. It is not enough time if you have two separate tickets where you would have to check in and go through security.

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Whether it's terminal 1, 2 or 3 you'll pass through passport control and customs. If you leave the aircraft in the first group of passengers you should expect to get through immigration fairly quickly but allow yourself anything from 10 mins to 1hour.

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CDGVal is a free automatic shuttle between terminals of Paris-CDG airport. It links each terminals (Terminal 1, 3, 2A, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G), railway station (Paris by train) and car parks. A terminal to another in 8 minutes!

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First of all, let's answer the first question we always ask ourselves: how much time in advance do we need to have when we fly fromParis Charles-de-Gaulle airport? If you are about to take a long-haul flight, it is recommended that you get there 3 hours in advance.

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You'll need to clear customs and immigration. Next, you'll recheck your luggage for the domestic flight. Finally, you'll need to go through Transportation Security Administration screening. This may include a physical inspection of your luggage and personal items with a metal detector or a full-body scan.

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Are Taxis Cheaper Than Uber in Paris? Short answer: no. Uber is definitely not cheaper than a taxi, but you're probably talking a euro or so for a 10-minute ride. It's up to you if that euro is worth it to go looking for a taxi.

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Tipping taxi drivers and private chauffeurs Tipping taxi drivers isn't required; however, locals often round up to the nearest euro or leave up to 5 percent. If the driver helps you with your bags (particularly if they're large), it's customary to tip one or two euros per bag.

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The least expensive and most flexible option is to take the train, called the RER B, which stops at major metro stations throughout Paris. The Paris City Pass discount card offers a free one-way shuttle bus from CDG to Paris. Read our guide to the Paris City Pass here to see if this is a good option for you.

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PARAFE ePassport gates are automated self-service barriers. They are located at immigration checkpoints of Terminal 1, 2, 3.

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The Terminal 1 of CDG Airport Terminal 1 is the oldest building of Charles de Gaulle Airport, serving mostly international flights (exempt from Air France's routes handled by terminal 2). T1 is built looking like a huge octopus, spread into 5 levels.

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If you are on 2 tickets, you would have to claim and re-check your baggage, and 1h15 is nowhere near enough. If you are on 1 ticket a 1.5 connection at CDG assuming an on time arrival is doable, but is going to be tight, since you have to change terminals.

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Depends if you have to change terminals or if you have luggage checked in only to Paris that needs to be rececked. If you transfer from non schengen to non Schengen in different terminals it is unlikely to be enough. In rush hours it might not be enough between terminals at all.

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