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The Great CDG Wiki :
This wiki post walks you through any essential info for CDG and aims to answer questions around AF and Skyteam ops at CDG.
Most common questions and answers :
CDG Air France Lounges: There are lounges in terminal 2F (one common lounge), 2G, and 2E (all gates). See dedicated thread here.
Terminal 2E K-L-M hopping: Pax are only allowed to access gates from which their next flight is departing. This is especially true for lounge access: it is not possible to pick a 2E lounge; it is not possible to access 2E lounges on arrival without a valid boarding pass for a departure flight.
General terminal hopping: Pax are only allowed to access gates from which their next flight is departing. You can not access another terminal airside without a valid boarding pass for that terminal unless arriving in that terminal and transferring to another (for example, you may arrive and shop in 2F before heading to 2E or 2G, but you will most likely not be able to access the 2F lounge.).
Transfer time from non-Schengen flights: CDG is notoriously bad at managing flights from safe origins. When transferring from a non-Schengen origin, allow some buffer time for security screening.
All connections sold by AF on a single ticket are valid and legal (even the shortest ones) and so are feasible in normal circumstances (otherwise, they would not sell them). When you are connecting in CDG, just follow the signages for your connecting terminal/concourse (there is no secret faster way). Self-connecting in CDG with separate tickets requires extra caution because the passenger is not protected in case of no show on the connecting flight. A minimum of 3 to 4 hrs between the 2 flights is highly recommended to limit the risks.
Why is a Non-Schengen flight listed at Terminal 2F?
Due to 2E being very busy in the morning, some Non-Schengen flights who are due to leave from 2E-L have their check-in moved to 2F in order to alleviate load in 2E. If you are originating in CDG or coming in from an overnight layover, you will check-in and pass security in 2F as well as passport control at the right (east) end of the terminal, before walking through the 2F - 2E-L connector to your gate. If you are transferring inside of 2E by arriving on a Non-Schengen flight, find your connecting gate on the screens and follow the signs to your gate.
CDG terminals (AF, KL, and SkyTeam)
All SkyTeam companies (with the exception of Saudia in Terminal 1), operates out of the Terminal 2 Complex at CDG.
Terminal 2F
The main Schengen terminal for AF, also used by KLM, Air Europa and TAROM, split into two wings of gates (F24-F36 and F44-F56).
Where is the lounge in this terminal ?
The Air France Lounge is located just by the central security control, closer to gates F24-F36. You can purchase access on a machine outside the lounge. If you have a guest, they must be checked in on the machines when entering the lounge. The lounge has two levels, a buffet on each level, a Clarins spa on the upper level and showers on the lower level. Plan for a 2-3 minute walk to gates F24-F36, 5 minutes to F44-F56.
How do I transfer from this terminal?
When arriving in 2F, you will walk down one of the two wings down to a central area. When arriving into this central area, either do a U-Turn to walk up a floor to 2F departures, or follow the yellow signs to terminals 2E-K (7-10 minute walk + passport control), 2E-L (Passport control + 10 minute walk), 2E-M (Passport control + bus to 2E-M), or 2G (bus transfer).
Check-in and Security
There is a dedicated SkyPriority Check-In zone between doors 4 and 6 at the left end of the terminal (if arriving by taxi/uber, ask to be dropped off at the end of the terminal). Just next to the SkyPriority check-in zone there is a dedicated security filter for SkyPriority. There is also a second SkyPriority lane at central security in the middle of the terminal which drops you next to the lounge.
Why is a Non-Schengen flight listed at Terminal 2F?
Due to 2E being very busy in the morning, some Non-Schengen flights who are due to leave from 2E-L have their check-in moved to 2F in order to alleviate load in 2E. If you are originating in CDG or coming in from an overnight layover, you will check-in and pass security in 2F as well as passport control at the right (east) end of the terminal, before walking through the 2F - 2E-L connector to your gate. If you are transferring inside of 2E by arriving on a Non-Schengen flight, find your connecting gate on the screens and follow the signs to your gate.
Terminal 2E
The main Non-Schengen terminal for AF, also used by Delta, Korean Air, Aeromexico, Kenya Airways, Middle East Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, China Eastern and Xiamen Air. This terminal has three piers named K, L and M, connected post passport control but pre-security by the airside CDGVAL line.
Where are the lounges in this terminal ?
Air France has three lounges, one per pier (K, L, and M). Each lounge has showers and a Clarins spa.
The K lounge is on to the left after security in the central shopping area.
The L Lounge (pictures here) is located one level up from the central shopping area in the L pier.
The M lounge is located at the eastern end of the central shopping area, opposite of where you arrive post-security.
Lounge hopping between these three lounges are not allowed, you must use the lounge from the pier where your flight is departing from.
If you are flying La Premire outbound/inbound, you will be escorted directly to the La Premire lounge either from LP check-in or picked up from your connecting flight.
How do I transfer from this terminal?
When arriving in either of the three piers, you will go through security control, and will then need to follow the yellow signs to your next gate area. If transferring inside the same pier, generally you will just walk up a level. If transferring to 2F, follow signs to 2F (5-10mn walking transfer from K and L gates, 10mn bus from M) after clearing security in 2E. You will clear passport control when arriving in 2F, and will be deposited on the upper departure level of 2F. For 2G, take the shuttle from your arrival terminal towards 2G where you will clear passport control.
Check-in and Security
There is a dedicated SkyPriority Check-In zone located at zones 6 and 7, located just by passport control and the center of the terminal (if arriving by taxi/uber, ask to be dropped off at the middle of the terminal). After check-in, there is a dedicated Accs N1 / SkyPriority lane at passport control, and dedicated SkyPriority lanes at security for each pier.
If flying La Premire, there is a dedicated check-in area from which you will be escorted each step of the way.
Terminal 2G
The secondary Schengen terminal for AF, used mostly by AF alongside some partner flights by Luxair. Only regional jets and turboprops use this terminal. The terminal is small and detached from the rest of the airport, but allows you to pass quickly through with few queues. If arriving by public transport, you must grab a landside shuttle from 2F/2E, allow 15-20mns for this.
Where is the lounge in this terminal ?
The Air France Lounge is located on the upper floor, when coming up the stairs/escalators from security, do a u-turn and you will see the lounge entrance. Showers are available. More info here.
How do I transfer from this terminal?
When arriving in 2G, follow the yellow signs towards the 2F shuttle or upstairs to 2G departure gates. If transferring to/from 2E, you will clear passport control in 2G before heading to the shuttle going to either K, L or M gates.
Check-in and Security
There is a dedicated SkyPriority Check-In zone close to security just when walking into the terminal from either of the terminal entrances. There is also a dedicated SkyPriority lane at security.
How do I transfer to TGV and Orly?
If your onward journey is by TGV or from Orly Airport, when arriving into CDG, go to baggage claim and exit landside.
To TGV
When arriving into 2F and 2E, follow the signs towards Gare TGV (10mn walk), where you will be able to find the platform for your onwards train.
To Orly
In order to transfer to Orly, you have two options:
- Grab the RER B (from the central railway station) towards Antony (St Remy les Chevreuses branch) and transfer to either Orlyval at Antony or Line 14 at Chatelet. Expect a travel time of 70 to 80 minutes. (26, 2x airport tickets at 13)
- Grab a Taxi/Uber towards Orly. Expect 60 to 90 minutes travel time. (75 to 120 depending on time of day/traffic)
How do I reach downtown Paris?
By public transport
To reach Paris by public transport, you have two options, either by the RER B commuter train from the central CDG train station (35-45 minutes depending on type of train, express or not) for 11,45 with a CDG airport ticket, or the Roissybus which leaves from a central platform in between 2F and 2E, which takes you direct to Opra for 16,6 euros in 60 minutes.
By Taxi/Uber/Other chauffeur services
You can grab a taxi from the ranks outside each terminal or at dedicated pick-up points for pre-booked taxis / Ubers / etc at each terminal. A taxi to central Paris has a fixed price of 56 to the Right Bank and 65 to the Left Bank. The drive to central Paris is 45 to 90 minutes depending on time of day and destination. If pre-ordering a G7 taxi, expect a 4 booking fee added on.
Other info
CDG Terminal 2 can be very hard to access by car in the morning due to the road layout and the queues to access the 2E drop-off area. Allow extra time for this if you have a flight during the morning bank. You can ask to be dropped off at 2B/D (2A/C is closed for renovation) and walk over to 2E/F to save time if traffic is very bad.
This wiki post walks you through any essential info for CDG and aims to answer questions around AF and Skyteam ops at CDG.
Most common questions and answers :
CDG Air France Lounges: There are lounges in terminal 2F (one common lounge), 2G, and 2E (all gates). See dedicated thread here.
Terminal 2E K-L-M hopping: Pax are only allowed to access gates from which their next flight is departing. This is especially true for lounge access: it is not possible to pick a 2E lounge; it is not possible to access 2E lounges on arrival without a valid boarding pass for a departure flight.
General terminal hopping: Pax are only allowed to access gates from which their next flight is departing. You can not access another terminal airside without a valid boarding pass for that terminal unless arriving in that terminal and transferring to another (for example, you may arrive and shop in 2F before heading to 2E or 2G, but you will most likely not be able to access the 2F lounge.).
Transfer time from non-Schengen flights: CDG is notoriously bad at managing flights from safe origins. When transferring from a non-Schengen origin, allow some buffer time for security screening.
All connections sold by AF on a single ticket are valid and legal (even the shortest ones) and so are feasible in normal circumstances (otherwise, they would not sell them). When you are connecting in CDG, just follow the signages for your connecting terminal/concourse (there is no secret faster way). Self-connecting in CDG with separate tickets requires extra caution because the passenger is not protected in case of no show on the connecting flight. A minimum of 3 to 4 hrs between the 2 flights is highly recommended to limit the risks.
Why is a Non-Schengen flight listed at Terminal 2F?
Due to 2E being very busy in the morning, some Non-Schengen flights who are due to leave from 2E-L have their check-in moved to 2F in order to alleviate load in 2E. If you are originating in CDG or coming in from an overnight layover, you will check-in and pass security in 2F as well as passport control at the right (east) end of the terminal, before walking through the 2F - 2E-L connector to your gate. If you are transferring inside of 2E by arriving on a Non-Schengen flight, find your connecting gate on the screens and follow the signs to your gate.
CDG terminals (AF, KL, and SkyTeam)
All SkyTeam companies (with the exception of Saudia in Terminal 1), operates out of the Terminal 2 Complex at CDG.
Terminal 2F
The main Schengen terminal for AF, also used by KLM, Air Europa and TAROM, split into two wings of gates (F24-F36 and F44-F56).
Where is the lounge in this terminal ?
The Air France Lounge is located just by the central security control, closer to gates F24-F36. You can purchase access on a machine outside the lounge. If you have a guest, they must be checked in on the machines when entering the lounge. The lounge has two levels, a buffet on each level, a Clarins spa on the upper level and showers on the lower level. Plan for a 2-3 minute walk to gates F24-F36, 5 minutes to F44-F56.
How do I transfer from this terminal?
When arriving in 2F, you will walk down one of the two wings down to a central area. When arriving into this central area, either do a U-Turn to walk up a floor to 2F departures, or follow the yellow signs to terminals 2E-K (7-10 minute walk + passport control), 2E-L (Passport control + 10 minute walk), 2E-M (Passport control + bus to 2E-M), or 2G (bus transfer).
Check-in and Security
There is a dedicated SkyPriority Check-In zone between doors 4 and 6 at the left end of the terminal (if arriving by taxi/uber, ask to be dropped off at the end of the terminal). Just next to the SkyPriority check-in zone there is a dedicated security filter for SkyPriority. There is also a second SkyPriority lane at central security in the middle of the terminal which drops you next to the lounge.
Why is a Non-Schengen flight listed at Terminal 2F?
Due to 2E being very busy in the morning, some Non-Schengen flights who are due to leave from 2E-L have their check-in moved to 2F in order to alleviate load in 2E. If you are originating in CDG or coming in from an overnight layover, you will check-in and pass security in 2F as well as passport control at the right (east) end of the terminal, before walking through the 2F - 2E-L connector to your gate. If you are transferring inside of 2E by arriving on a Non-Schengen flight, find your connecting gate on the screens and follow the signs to your gate.
Terminal 2E
The main Non-Schengen terminal for AF, also used by Delta, Korean Air, Aeromexico, Kenya Airways, Middle East Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, China Eastern and Xiamen Air. This terminal has three piers named K, L and M, connected post passport control but pre-security by the airside CDGVAL line.
Where are the lounges in this terminal ?
Air France has three lounges, one per pier (K, L, and M). Each lounge has showers and a Clarins spa.
The K lounge is on to the left after security in the central shopping area.
The L Lounge (pictures here) is located one level up from the central shopping area in the L pier.
The M lounge is located at the eastern end of the central shopping area, opposite of where you arrive post-security.
Lounge hopping between these three lounges are not allowed, you must use the lounge from the pier where your flight is departing from.
If you are flying La Premire outbound/inbound, you will be escorted directly to the La Premire lounge either from LP check-in or picked up from your connecting flight.
How do I transfer from this terminal?
When arriving in either of the three piers, you will go through security control, and will then need to follow the yellow signs to your next gate area. If transferring inside the same pier, generally you will just walk up a level. If transferring to 2F, follow signs to 2F (5-10mn walking transfer from K and L gates, 10mn bus from M) after clearing security in 2E. You will clear passport control when arriving in 2F, and will be deposited on the upper departure level of 2F. For 2G, take the shuttle from your arrival terminal towards 2G where you will clear passport control.
Check-in and Security
There is a dedicated SkyPriority Check-In zone located at zones 6 and 7, located just by passport control and the center of the terminal (if arriving by taxi/uber, ask to be dropped off at the middle of the terminal). After check-in, there is a dedicated Accs N1 / SkyPriority lane at passport control, and dedicated SkyPriority lanes at security for each pier.
If flying La Premire, there is a dedicated check-in area from which you will be escorted each step of the way.
Terminal 2G
The secondary Schengen terminal for AF, used mostly by AF alongside some partner flights by Luxair. Only regional jets and turboprops use this terminal. The terminal is small and detached from the rest of the airport, but allows you to pass quickly through with few queues. If arriving by public transport, you must grab a landside shuttle from 2F/2E, allow 15-20mns for this.
Where is the lounge in this terminal ?
The Air France Lounge is located on the upper floor, when coming up the stairs/escalators from security, do a u-turn and you will see the lounge entrance. Showers are available. More info here.
How do I transfer from this terminal?
When arriving in 2G, follow the yellow signs towards the 2F shuttle or upstairs to 2G departure gates. If transferring to/from 2E, you will clear passport control in 2G before heading to the shuttle going to either K, L or M gates.
Check-in and Security
There is a dedicated SkyPriority Check-In zone close to security just when walking into the terminal from either of the terminal entrances. There is also a dedicated SkyPriority lane at security.
How do I transfer to TGV and Orly?
If your onward journey is by TGV or from Orly Airport, when arriving into CDG, go to baggage claim and exit landside.
To TGV
When arriving into 2F and 2E, follow the signs towards Gare TGV (10mn walk), where you will be able to find the platform for your onwards train.
To Orly
In order to transfer to Orly, you have two options:
- Grab the RER B (from the central railway station) towards Antony (St Remy les Chevreuses branch) and transfer to either Orlyval at Antony or Line 14 at Chatelet. Expect a travel time of 70 to 80 minutes. (26, 2x airport tickets at 13)
- Grab a Taxi/Uber towards Orly. Expect 60 to 90 minutes travel time. (75 to 120 depending on time of day/traffic)
How do I reach downtown Paris?
By public transport
To reach Paris by public transport, you have two options, either by the RER B commuter train from the central CDG train station (35-45 minutes depending on type of train, express or not) for 11,45 with a CDG airport ticket, or the Roissybus which leaves from a central platform in between 2F and 2E, which takes you direct to Opra for 16,6 euros in 60 minutes.
By Taxi/Uber/Other chauffeur services
You can grab a taxi from the ranks outside each terminal or at dedicated pick-up points for pre-booked taxis / Ubers / etc at each terminal. A taxi to central Paris has a fixed price of 56 to the Right Bank and 65 to the Left Bank. The drive to central Paris is 45 to 90 minutes depending on time of day and destination. If pre-ordering a G7 taxi, expect a 4 booking fee added on.
Other info
CDG Terminal 2 can be very hard to access by car in the morning due to the road layout and the queues to access the 2E drop-off area. Allow extra time for this if you have a flight during the morning bank. You can ask to be dropped off at 2B/D (2A/C is closed for renovation) and walk over to 2E/F to save time if traffic is very bad.
FAQ 5A1 - Paris CDG Airport FAQ
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FAQ 5A1 - Paris CDG Airport FAQ
I tried to collect general information on CDG Charles de Gaulle Airport Paris and to give answers to the questions, you may have, concerning connections,lounges,ground transportation, etc.
CDG Charles de Gaulle Airport Paris, that is:
Terminal CDG1
(oneworld and StarAlliance)
and the newer Terminal CDG2 (mostly used by AirFrance and Skyteam Carrier)
CDG2 Terminal A,B,C,D and Rail Station
CDG 2 Terminal E,F
CDG2E on reduced service since the accident last year here is the FlyerTalk thread with info about CDG 2E
All Airlines with local contact information and Terminal at CDG can be found here
Terminal 1
When you get off the plane, follow the "Correspondance Transfer" signs up to the Transfer desk to check your departure terminal.
If your connection is at Terminal 1:
- You do not need to go through police controls
- Find out which departure satellite you have to go to at one of the two Transfer desks between satellites 2-3 and 4-5
If your connection is at Terminal 2:
- For an international flight: Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (within customs zone) at satellite 3
- Domestic flight or Schengen: Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls
Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 1) at shop level
If your connection is at Terminal 3:
- Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls, then collect your luggage
- Next take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 2) at shop level
If your connection is at Terminal Sud or Terminal Ouest at Orly Airport:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls
- To get to Orly by the RER B + automatic metro Orlyval:
Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 2) at shop level, in the direction of Gare RER 1
Next take the RER B to Antony RER station, and then follow the Orlyval connection for Orly Airport
- To go to Orly on the Air France bus:
Take the shuttle at arrival level, exit 34
Unfortunately, the RER B and Air France buses do not provide facilities for disabled people; it is recommended that alternative arrangements be made in advance.
Terminal 2 (Air France and other Skyteam Carriers)
When you get off the plane, follow the "Correspondance Transfer" signs up to the Transfer desk to check your departure terminal.
If your connection is at Terminal 2:
Check your departure terminal at the Transfer desk:
- For an international flight, departures are from Terminals 2A, 2B, 2C, 2E or 2F: Take the Air France shuttle bus (within customs zone) situated close to the Transfer desk
- For a domestic flight or Schengen, departures are from Terminals 2D or 2F: Proceed to the public area and follow the "Correspondance Transfer" signs
more explicite info to come, I am checking old FT threads for advice
If your connection is at Terminal 1:
- International flight:
Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (within customs zone) situated close to the Transfer desk
- Domestic flight or Schengen:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls
Then take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 1) to Terminal 1
If your connection is at Terminal 3:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls, then collect your luggage
Next take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 5) to Terminal 3
If your connection is at Terminal Sud or Terminal Ouest at Orly Airport:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls
- To get to Orly via the RER B + automatic metro Orlyval:
Go to the SNCF/RER station by the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3) or by the pedestrian walkway
Next take the RER B to Antony RER station, and then follow the Orlyval connection for Orly Airport
- To get to Orly via the Air France bus from Terminal:
-2A and 2C: take exit 2 of 2C
-2B and 2D: take exit 2 of 2B
-2E and 2F: take the connecting passageway, exit 3
Unfortunately, the RER B and Air France buses do not provide facilities for disabled people; it is recommended that alternative arrangements be made in advance.
If your connection is at the SNCF train station:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs, collect your luggage and go through police controls. From terminal:
-2A: Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3), exit 8
-2B: Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3), exit 6
-2C & 2D: Follow the signposts and take the pedestrian walkway
-2E: Take the pedestrian walkway or the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3) exit 2.06, Level 2 (Departures)
-2F: Take the pedestrian walkway or the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3) exit 2.08, Level 2 (Departures)
minimum connection times:
Terminal 1 : All connections : 90 minutes
Terminal 2 : All connections : 90 minutes
Terminal 3 : All connections : 60 minutes
Between terminals : All connections : 120 minutes
Between airports CDG / ORY : All connections : 180 minutes
within the same carrier and within the same Terminal, faster connection times can be made. Terminal2D has been reorganized, you can access all gates from any security checkpoint which reduces wait-time. I'd say 45min is realistic. (within Schengen)
AIR FRANCE has the following lounges at the CDG2 Terminal.
Access policy:
You can use Air Frances and SkyTeams lounges if:
* you fly in LEspace Premire (First) or LEspace Affaires (Business),
* you are a Flying Blue Gold or Platinum, SkyTeam Elite Plus, or Club 2000 member,
* you travel as a first class or business class passenger on an international SkyTeam flight.
Tempo Challenge passengers have access to lounges at CDG2.
List of Air France lounges
- Paris CDG2 A East: Smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
- Paris CDG2 B: non smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
- Paris CDG2 C arrival lounge - looks at the arrival lounge - thread with photos in post #93
- Paris CDG2 C (Business): Smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
- Paris CDG2 D: Smoking, Internet+WiFi
- Paris CDG2 E (Business): two lounges, depends on boarding gate, info here
- Paris CDG2 E First class lounge with limousine service, coming summer 2006
- Paris CDG2 F1: Smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
- Paris CDG2 F2 (Business): Smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
Departures Lounge
During departures or connecting flights, and during all Air France and SkyTeam stopovers, our Departures lounge can offer you:
* light dining with a large choice of beverages
* Business and Communications space (telephone, fax, PC, printer, free Internet access)
* international newspapers
* comfortable armchairs
* showers in certain airports
* LCD screens
* smoking area in most lounges
Arrivals Lounge
Feel fresh and relaxed when you arrive at Paris/Charles-de-Gaulle
* spacious shower stalls
* clothes pressing service
* a substantial breakfast
* Business and Communications space (telephone, fax, PC, printer, free Internet access)
* international newspapers
* an area with LCD screens
* smoking area
* reservations service for those traveling to Paris
Location: Paris/Charles-de-Gaulle, Terminal 2C : outside the customers area, opposite gate C2
Hours: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
All Skyteam Carriers use AF lounges in CDG2
restaurants, shopping:
You can take a moment to relax in one of the many Terminal bars (Caf Slect, France Caf, etc.). There are also various Relay shops on hand, selling newspapers, magazines and books.
Are you waiting for a transfer and have to stay in the airside zone? If so, make the most of the occasion to do a little shopping. You will find all the major Paris fashion brands at duty-free prices!
You can also eat in one of the several restaurants available, such as the Hippopotamus, Clment Ader and brasserie FLO . McDonalds (between 2A and 2C, between 2B and 2D) and Quick (2F) can be found at the airport, too
If you feel like a change of hairstyle, there is a hairdressing salon (Coiffure Christian Gilles) in the hall of Terminal 2F.
ground transportation
you have three ways to get into town with public ground transportation
RATP is the local metro and bus company. Serving the Airport with commuter trains RER trains from the railstation between Terminal ABCD and EF.
The other way to get to downtown Paris is the bus.
Its operated by RATP and its called Roissybus
or you can use the Air France Coaches
I know there are alot of things to add ... to be continued with your help
threads about CDG on other forums
interesting thread/discussion on the CO board:
The French Connection: A rational discussion on CDG
CDG Charles de Gaulle Airport Paris, that is:
Terminal CDG1
(oneworld and StarAlliance)
and the newer Terminal CDG2 (mostly used by AirFrance and Skyteam Carrier)
CDG2 Terminal A,B,C,D and Rail Station
CDG 2 Terminal E,F
CDG2E on reduced service since the accident last year here is the FlyerTalk thread with info about CDG 2E
All Airlines with local contact information and Terminal at CDG can be found here
Terminal 1
When you get off the plane, follow the "Correspondance Transfer" signs up to the Transfer desk to check your departure terminal.
If your connection is at Terminal 1:
- You do not need to go through police controls
- Find out which departure satellite you have to go to at one of the two Transfer desks between satellites 2-3 and 4-5
If your connection is at Terminal 2:
- For an international flight: Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (within customs zone) at satellite 3
- Domestic flight or Schengen: Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls
Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 1) at shop level
If your connection is at Terminal 3:
- Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls, then collect your luggage
- Next take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 2) at shop level
If your connection is at Terminal Sud or Terminal Ouest at Orly Airport:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls
- To get to Orly by the RER B + automatic metro Orlyval:
Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 2) at shop level, in the direction of Gare RER 1
Next take the RER B to Antony RER station, and then follow the Orlyval connection for Orly Airport
- To go to Orly on the Air France bus:
Take the shuttle at arrival level, exit 34
Unfortunately, the RER B and Air France buses do not provide facilities for disabled people; it is recommended that alternative arrangements be made in advance.
Terminal 2 (Air France and other Skyteam Carriers)
When you get off the plane, follow the "Correspondance Transfer" signs up to the Transfer desk to check your departure terminal.
If your connection is at Terminal 2:
Check your departure terminal at the Transfer desk:
- For an international flight, departures are from Terminals 2A, 2B, 2C, 2E or 2F: Take the Air France shuttle bus (within customs zone) situated close to the Transfer desk
- For a domestic flight or Schengen, departures are from Terminals 2D or 2F: Proceed to the public area and follow the "Correspondance Transfer" signs
more explicite info to come, I am checking old FT threads for advice
If your connection is at Terminal 1:
- International flight:
Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (within customs zone) situated close to the Transfer desk
- Domestic flight or Schengen:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls
Then take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 1) to Terminal 1
If your connection is at Terminal 3:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls, then collect your luggage
Next take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 5) to Terminal 3
If your connection is at Terminal Sud or Terminal Ouest at Orly Airport:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs and proceed to police controls
- To get to Orly via the RER B + automatic metro Orlyval:
Go to the SNCF/RER station by the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3) or by the pedestrian walkway
Next take the RER B to Antony RER station, and then follow the Orlyval connection for Orly Airport
- To get to Orly via the Air France bus from Terminal:
-2A and 2C: take exit 2 of 2C
-2B and 2D: take exit 2 of 2B
-2E and 2F: take the connecting passageway, exit 3
Unfortunately, the RER B and Air France buses do not provide facilities for disabled people; it is recommended that alternative arrangements be made in advance.
If your connection is at the SNCF train station:
Follow the "Sortie - Exit" signs, collect your luggage and go through police controls. From terminal:
-2A: Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3), exit 8
-2B: Take the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3), exit 6
-2C & 2D: Follow the signposts and take the pedestrian walkway
-2E: Take the pedestrian walkway or the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3) exit 2.06, Level 2 (Departures)
-2F: Take the pedestrian walkway or the Aroports de Paris shuttle bus (line 3) exit 2.08, Level 2 (Departures)
minimum connection times:
Terminal 1 : All connections : 90 minutes
Terminal 2 : All connections : 90 minutes
Terminal 3 : All connections : 60 minutes
Between terminals : All connections : 120 minutes
Between airports CDG / ORY : All connections : 180 minutes
within the same carrier and within the same Terminal, faster connection times can be made. Terminal2D has been reorganized, you can access all gates from any security checkpoint which reduces wait-time. I'd say 45min is realistic. (within Schengen)
AIR FRANCE has the following lounges at the CDG2 Terminal.
Access policy:
You can use Air Frances and SkyTeams lounges if:
* you fly in LEspace Premire (First) or LEspace Affaires (Business),
* you are a Flying Blue Gold or Platinum, SkyTeam Elite Plus, or Club 2000 member,
* you travel as a first class or business class passenger on an international SkyTeam flight.
Tempo Challenge passengers have access to lounges at CDG2.
List of Air France lounges
- Paris CDG2 A East: Smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
- Paris CDG2 B: non smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
- Paris CDG2 C arrival lounge - looks at the arrival lounge - thread with photos in post #93
- Paris CDG2 C (Business): Smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
- Paris CDG2 D: Smoking, Internet+WiFi
- Paris CDG2 E (Business): two lounges, depends on boarding gate, info here
- Paris CDG2 E First class lounge with limousine service, coming summer 2006
- Paris CDG2 F1: Smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
- Paris CDG2 F2 (Business): Smoking, Internet+WiFi+Shower
Departures Lounge
During departures or connecting flights, and during all Air France and SkyTeam stopovers, our Departures lounge can offer you:
* light dining with a large choice of beverages
* Business and Communications space (telephone, fax, PC, printer, free Internet access)
* international newspapers
* comfortable armchairs
* showers in certain airports
* LCD screens
* smoking area in most lounges
Arrivals Lounge
Feel fresh and relaxed when you arrive at Paris/Charles-de-Gaulle
* spacious shower stalls
* clothes pressing service
* a substantial breakfast
* Business and Communications space (telephone, fax, PC, printer, free Internet access)
* international newspapers
* an area with LCD screens
* smoking area
* reservations service for those traveling to Paris
Location: Paris/Charles-de-Gaulle, Terminal 2C : outside the customers area, opposite gate C2
Hours: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
All Skyteam Carriers use AF lounges in CDG2
restaurants, shopping:
You can take a moment to relax in one of the many Terminal bars (Caf Slect, France Caf, etc.). There are also various Relay shops on hand, selling newspapers, magazines and books.
Are you waiting for a transfer and have to stay in the airside zone? If so, make the most of the occasion to do a little shopping. You will find all the major Paris fashion brands at duty-free prices!
You can also eat in one of the several restaurants available, such as the Hippopotamus, Clment Ader and brasserie FLO . McDonalds (between 2A and 2C, between 2B and 2D) and Quick (2F) can be found at the airport, too
If you feel like a change of hairstyle, there is a hairdressing salon (Coiffure Christian Gilles) in the hall of Terminal 2F.
ground transportation
you have three ways to get into town with public ground transportation
RATP is the local metro and bus company. Serving the Airport with commuter trains RER trains from the railstation between Terminal ABCD and EF.
The other way to get to downtown Paris is the bus.
Its operated by RATP and its called Roissybus
or you can use the Air France Coaches
I know there are alot of things to add ... to be continued with your help
threads about CDG on other forums
interesting thread/discussion on the CO board:
The French Connection: A rational discussion on CDG
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Jul 25, 2005 | 1:50 pm
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Code:
Europe 1 AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ domestic 20,000 9,000 France/Netherlands 20,000 9,000 30,000 Germany 20,000 9,000 30,000 UK 20,000 9,000 30,000 Belgium 20,000 9,000 30,000 Ireland 20,000 9,000 30,000 Luxembourg 9,000 30,000 Switzerland 20,000 9,000 30,000
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Europe 2 AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Austria 25,000 15,000 30,000 Denmark 25,000 15,000 30,000 Finland 25,000 20,000 30,000 Gibraltar 15,000 Italy 25,000 15,000 30,000 Malta 25,000 20,000 30,000 Norway 25,000 15,000 30,000 Portugal 25,000 15,000 30,000 Spain 25,000 15,000 30,000 Sweden 25,000 15,000 30,000
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Europe 3 AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Albania 30,000 20,000 30,000 Belorussia 30,000 30,000 Bosnia 30,000 30,000 Bulgaria 30,000 20,000 30,000 Croatia 30,000 30,000 Cyprus 30,000 20,000 30,000 Czech Republic 30,000 15,000 30,000 Estonia 30,000 30,000 Greece 30,000 20,000 30,000 Hungary 30,000 15,000 30,000 Latvia 30,000 30,000 Lithuania 30,000 30,000 Macedonia, FYROM 30,000 30,000 Moldavia 30,000 Montenegro 30,000 Poland 30,000 15,000 30,000 Romania 30,000 20,000 30,000 Russia 30,000 20,000 30,000 Slovakia 30,000 30,000 Slovenia 30,000 30,000 Serbia 30,000 30,000 Turkey 30,000 20,000 30,000 Ukraine 30,000 20,000 30,000
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Atlantic Ocean AF/KL BA LH/LX Islands _______________________________________________________________ Azores 40,000 Canary Islands 30,000 40,000 Cap Verde 40,000 Madeira 40,000 Sao Tome & Principe 40,000
Code:
Africa 1 North Africa AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Algeria 30,000 20,000 40,000 Libya 30,000 20,000 40,000 Morocco 30,000 40,000 Sudan 40,000 Tunisia 30,000 20,000 40,000
Code:
Africa 2 - West Africa AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Benin Burkina-Faso Djibouti Gambia Guinea, Guinea, Bissau Ivory Coast Liberia Mali Mauritania Niger Nigeria Senegal Sierra-Leone Togo
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Africa 3 - Middle Africa AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Angola Cameroon Central African Republic Chad Congo Congo, DRC Gabon, Guinea, Equatorial
Code:
Africa 4 - East Africa AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Burundi Djibouti Eritrea Ethiopia Kenya Madagascar Malawi Mozambique Rwanda Somalia Tanzania Uganda Zambia Zimbabwe
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Africa 5 - Southern Africa AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Botswana Lesotho Namibia South Africa Swaziland
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Middle East AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Egypt Iran Iraq Israel Jordan Kuwait Lebanon 20,000 Oman Qatar Saudi Arabia Syria United Arab Emirates Yemen
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Caucasus, Central Asia AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Armenia Azerbaidjan Georgia Kazakhstan Kirghizstan Russia, Central Tadjikistan Turkmenistan Uzbekistan 20,000
Code:
North America AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ United States Hawaii Canada Mexico Greenland Bermuda
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Central America, Caribbean AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Antigua Aruba Bahamas Barbados Belize Bermuda Bonaire Cayman Islands Costa Rica Cuba Curaao Dominican Republic El Salvador French Guyana Grenada Guadeloupe Guatemala Haiti Honduras Jamaica Martinique Nicaragua Panama Puerto Rico Saint Kitts & Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Martin Suriname Trinidad & Tobago Turks & Caicos Virgin Islands
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South America AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Argentina Bolivia Brazil Chile Colombia Ecuador Paraguay Peru Uruguay Venezuela
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Hawaii AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ domestic 20,000
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Indian Ocean AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Comoros Mauritius Reunion Seychelles 20,000
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South Asia AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Bangla-Desh India Maldives Nepal Pakistan Sri-Lanka 20,000
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Asia 1 AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ China, PRC China, ROC Hong-Kong Japan Korea, ROK Mongolia Russia, Siberia
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Asia 2 AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Brunei Burma Cambodia Indonesia Laos Malaysia Philippines Singapore Thailand Vietnam
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South Pacific 1 AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Australia New Zealand
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South Pacific 2 AF/KL BA LH/LX _________________________________________________________________________ Cook Islands Fiji French Polynesia Guam Mariannas Marshall Islands Micronesia New Caledonia Norfolk Islands Palau Samoa Tonga
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Very good idea! Transferring at CDG is not always that easy or fun. I would like it if we could include good restaurants or other places nice to wait in.
Jul 25, 2005 | 2:07 pm
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Originally Posted by PappaG
Very good idea! Transferring at CDG is not always that easy or fun. I would like it if we could include good restaurants or other places nice to wait in.
Jul 26, 2005 | 3:51 pm
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Hmmm... Sorry for me not responding sooner but I am under the gun with some major deadlines at the moment (and I thought summer was a dead period!).
I think this thread may be better served as :
a) a sticky
and
b) more appropriately in the Paris airports forum as opposed to here. Why? Because even though its AF's hub, it's not relevant to FB (besides, will we have a similar one for Schipol?).
I'm open to comments before moving it...
I think this thread may be better served as :
a) a sticky
and
b) more appropriately in the Paris airports forum as opposed to here. Why? Because even though its AF's hub, it's not relevant to FB (besides, will we have a similar one for Schipol?).
I'm open to comments before moving it...
Jul 26, 2005 | 9:26 pm
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Originally Posted by dctorres
Hmmm... Sorry for me not responding sooner but I am under the gun with some major deadlines at the moment (and I thought summer was a dead period!).
I think this thread may be better served as :
a) a sticky
and
b) more appropriately in the Paris airports forum as opposed to here. Why? Because even though its AF's hub, it's not relevant to FB (besides, will we have a similar one for Schipol?).
I'm open to comments before moving it...
I think this thread may be better served as :
a) a sticky
and
b) more appropriately in the Paris airports forum as opposed to here. Why? Because even though its AF's hub, it's not relevant to FB (besides, will we have a similar one for Schipol?).
I'm open to comments before moving it...
Jul 27, 2005 | 4:03 am
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Originally Posted by dctorres
(besides, will we have a similar one for Schipol?).
Seriously, I don't think it's a good idea to move a useful thread to where no one can see it (Paris airport forum - huh?)
Jul 27, 2005 | 4:24 am
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Requested information; Minimum Connection Time. (For T1<->T2 I believe it is as much as 2 hours!!!)
Jul 27, 2005 | 6:49 am
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Originally Posted by larsll
Requested information; Minimum Connection Time. (For T1<->T2 I believe it is as much as 2 hours!!!)
Jul 27, 2005 | 7:45 am
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I think it's useful to have it here, rather than the Paris airport forum, which I haven't been in in my life. With the merging of AF/KLM, then I would imagine many KLM fliers are going to be using CDG rather more than previously, so it would be useful to have this info somewhere to hand..
Jul 27, 2005 | 1:50 pm
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Originally Posted by chrissxb
I'll try to put this in. I just need help from other fellow FlyerTalkers to get the exact time. I think 2 hours should be ok from T1 to T2.
http://www1.iata.org/WHIP/_Files/WgI.../MCT%20CDG.doc
Silly times...T1 MCT at 90 minutes! And as I feared MCT of 2hrs between T1 and T2... Overall it makes the airport totally useless for intra-european commuting connections. As a comparison; MCT at AMS is as far as I remember 35 minutes. Similar for other hubs like FRA and MUC.
Jul 28, 2005 | 1:13 am
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Originally Posted by larsll
Google came up with a goldmine:
http://www1.iata.org/WHIP/_Files/WgI.../MCT%20CDG.doc
Silly times...T1 MCT at 90 minutes! And as I feared MCT of 2hrs between T1 and T2... Overall it makes the airport totally useless for intra-european commuting connections. As a comparison; MCT at AMS is as far as I remember 35 minutes. Similar for other hubs like FRA and MUC.
http://www1.iata.org/WHIP/_Files/WgI.../MCT%20CDG.doc
Silly times...T1 MCT at 90 minutes! And as I feared MCT of 2hrs between T1 and T2... Overall it makes the airport totally useless for intra-european commuting connections. As a comparison; MCT at AMS is as far as I remember 35 minutes. Similar for other hubs like FRA and MUC.
I'll update the thread. 35min for AMS ... seems very short for me.. you can have really long walks at AMS, too.
Jul 29, 2005 | 3:32 am
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Originally Posted by chrissxb
I'd say for intra-european flight 45min is ok (if you know how to walk). Did that several times. thanks for the link. I'll update the thread. 35min for AMS ... seems very short for me.. you can have really long walks at AMS, too.
I'll update the thread. 35min for AMS ... seems very short for me.. you can have really long walks at AMS, too.
And the problem is that MCT is what the booking engines will use as a minimum transfer, unless you force it, and then if you loose your connection or luggage you are out of luck.
Jul 31, 2005 | 7:07 am
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Originally Posted by Jenbel
I think it's useful to have it here, rather than the Paris airport forum, which I haven't been in in my life. With the merging of AF/KLM, then I would imagine many KLM fliers are going to be using CDG rather more than previously, so it would be useful to have this info somewhere to hand..
Many thanks to chrissxb for all the work.