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TL;DR: Paris airport transfers at a glance

  • Best for central Paris: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a convenient option for travelers staying in central and north Paris, with good connections and easy access to major neighborhoods.
  • Best for Left Bank stays: Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is usually the better pick if you’re staying around the Left Bank, Montparnasse, or south Paris.
  • Best for budget flights: Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) often has cheaper flights, but it’s much farther from the city, so transfer times are longer.
  • Best for comfort: Private transfers from CDG or Orly are the easiest choice if you want a direct, door-to-door ride without navigating public transport.
  • Best for Disneyland Paris: Magicways bus transfers are a convenient option if you’re heading straight between the airport and Disneyland Paris.
  • Best to book in advance: Pre-booking your transfer helps you compare options, lock in pricing, and land with a clear plan in place.
Passengers boarding bus at Paris Beauvais airport bus stop.
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Picking the right airport in Paris: Your first big decision

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Location: Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), also called Roissy, sits about 25 km north of Paris. By taxi, central Paris usually takes 35–60 minutes; by RER B, it’s about 25 minutes to Gare du Nord and 40 minutes to Châtelet.
  • Best for: Stays in Gare du Nord, Opéra, Le Marais, Châtelet, and many Right Bank neighborhoods. It’s also the easiest pick for long-haul arrivals and direct onward transfers to Disneyland Paris.
  • Airlines: Common carriers here include Air France, Lufthansa, Delta Air Lines, and easyJet.
  • Top landmarks nearby: Opéra Garnier, Le Marais, Louvre Museum.
  • Decision helper: If you’re staying in central or north Paris or landing on a long-haul flight, CDG is your best bet.
  • Recommended experience: Charles de Gaulle Airport to/from Paris Private Transfer

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • Location: Paris Orly Airport (ORY) lies about 13 km south of Paris. Metro Line 14 now links Orly to central Paris in about 25–26 minutes, making it one of the quickest airport-to-city connections.
  • Best for: Travelers staying in the Left Bank, Montparnasse, Latin Quarter, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, or heading south of Paris. It’s especially convenient for shorter city breaks and point-to-point European trips.
  • Airlines: Major airlines operating from Orly include Transavia, Vueling, Air France, easyJet, and Corsair.
  • Top landmarks nearby: Luxembourg Gardens, Montparnasse, Latin Quarter.
  • Decision helper: If you’re staying on the Left Bank or south Paris, Orly is usually the smartest choice.
  • Recommended experience: Private Transfers from/to Paris-Orly Airport

Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)

  • Location: Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA), officially Beauvais–Tillé Airport, is the budget airport option, around 85 km from Paris. Expect roughly 1 to 1.5 hours by road, and the official shuttle links the airport with Paris Porte Maillot.
  • Best for: Budget travelers, especially those flying low-cost routes and staying near Porte Maillot, western Paris, or connections toward La Défense.
  • Airlines: Typical operators include Ryanair, Wizz Air, Volotea, and SkyUp.
  • Top landmarks nearby: Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, La Défense.
  • Decision helper: If you found the cheapest fare and don’t mind a longer transfer, Beauvais makes sense; otherwise, CDG or Orly is more convenient.
  • Recommended experience: Aerobus: Bus Transfers From/to Paris Beauvais Airport

If your trip includes Disneyland Paris, airport choice matters even more: CDG and Orly both have dedicated Magical Shuttle connections to Disneyland Paris, while Beauvais is better suited to travelers prioritizing low fares over transfer time.

Choose the best airport transfer for you

Transfer typeBest forCost & valueTime & convenienceLuggagePickup & drop-off

Aerobus: Beauvais Airport Bus

Budget travelers flying via Beauvais

Great value for a dedicated airport bus

Longer ride, but straightforward for Beauvais arrivals

Suitable for standard luggage

Fixed airport and city stop points

Private Transfers: CDG / Orly

Families, groups, and travelers who want door-to-door ease

Higher cost, but best for comfort and convenience

Direct and hassle-free, especially after a flight

Best for large bags, strollers, or multiple suitcases

Airport pickup and hotel/address drop-off

Magicways: Disneyland Paris Bus

Travelers going straight to Disneyland Paris

Good value for a direct resort transfer

Convenient for Disney trips without extra changes

Good for standard holiday luggage

Airport-to-Disneyland Paris route

Insider tips to get your Paris airport transfer decisions right

  • Choose the airport based on where you’re sleeping, not just the airfare. Orly is usually the smoothest pick for Left Bank stays because Metro 14 reaches central Paris in about 25–26 minutes. CDG is often better for north and central Paris via RER B.
  • Beauvais is the budget-flight wildcard. Cheap fares can look tempting, but Beauvais sits much farther out, and the official Aerobus to Porte Maillot takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on traffic.
  • For Disneyland Paris, keep it simple. The official Magical Shuttle runs from both CDG and Orly to Disney Hotels, the parks, partner hotels, and Villages Nature Paris. If your hotel is on that route, it’s one of the easiest no-navigation options.
  • Public transport is great, until your arrival time works against you. In Paris, metro service usually runs until about 1:15 a.m. on weekdays, while RER runs to around 1:20 a.m. If you land late, check whether a private transfer is worth the saved stress.
  • Screenshot the pickup point, not just the booking confirmation. Beauvais shuttles leave from the bus station between Terminals 1 and 2, while Magical Shuttle pickup details depend on your airport and hotel. In Paris, the exact pickup zone matters more than travelers expect.
  • One small Paris-specific hack: if you need an accessible Disneyland transfer, the adapted Magical Shuttle vehicle must be reserved up to 2 working days in advance. That’s the kind of detail people usually discover too late.

Frequently asked questions about Paris Airport Transfers

For most city stays, CDG works well for north and central Paris, while Orly is usually easier for the Left Bank and south Paris. Beauvais is the budget-airline option, but it’s much farther out and usually means a longer transfer into the city.