CDG 2C AF Arrivals Lounge - Avail for D1/PM?
Dec 20, 2018, 7:11 am
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CDG 2C AF Arrivals Lounge - Avail for D1/PM?
I'll be arriving into CDG on 2/13/18 on Delta 82. Am a PM in D1. Is the Air France arrivals lounge (Salon) still in 2C? Will I be able to access this lounge? I've never been, where exactly is it? The CDG map does not show it
I am arriving around 6am with a 8:30am TGV. If I clear immigration quickly, I'll have an hour to kill and the TGV station is always freezing cold on a February morning. Thanks in advance for your help!
I am arriving around 6am with a 8:30am TGV. If I clear immigration quickly, I'll have an hour to kill and the TGV station is always freezing cold on a February morning. Thanks in advance for your help!
Dec 20, 2018, 9:09 am
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The lounge is still there, I was there a month ago. It's at the far end of 2C on the upper level, before the connector to 2A, on the left. It can be quite a walk from 2E, but that'll get the blood flowing. Hopefully you won't have a lot of bags to schlep.
You will have access based on your DL flight in business class, you can just show them your boarding pass. (Status does not get you in, but Y/PE passengers can pay).
You will have access based on your DL flight in business class, you can just show them your boarding pass. (Status does not get you in, but Y/PE passengers can pay).
Dec 20, 2018, 11:11 am
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The lounge is still there, I was there a month ago. It's at the far end of 2C on the upper level, before the connector to 2A, on the left. It can be quite a walk from 2E, but that'll get the blood flowing. Hopefully you won't have a lot of bags to schlep.
You will have access based on your DL flight in business class, you can just show them your boarding pass. (Status does not get you in, but Y/PE passengers can pay).
You will have access based on your DL flight in business class, you can just show them your boarding pass. (Status does not get you in, but Y/PE passengers can pay).
Seems an odd place for an AF arrivals lounge, they don't fly out of that terminal any more. Bags? Who takes bags anymore, just my trusty eBags weekender backpack with the necessities.
Dec 20, 2018, 4:13 pm
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Not exactly, it's a whole terminal past the train station. I guess they couldn't find the space nearer to 2E to move the lounge. Plus, I think this keeps it relatively quiet. Most people probably don't even know about it. There were only a few other people on a late Thursday morning in November, perhaps it's normally busier after the earlier arrivals.
Dec 24, 2018, 11:09 pm
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Any suggestions for a lounge during a 4 hour connection (arriving in J) from LAX-CDG-MAD?? Is there a way to get into the new 2E L lounge?
Dec 25, 2018, 5:58 am
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https://www.airfrance.us/US/en/commo...ions-salon.htm
PARIS – CHARLES DE GAULLE AIRPORT – TERMINAL 2C
The price of the Lounge Option upon arrival is €35 or €50* depending on the time of entry, subject to availability.
* The price is €50 between 5:30 AM and 10:00 AM, and €35 after 10:00 AM.
The price of the Lounge Option upon arrival is €35 or €50* depending on the time of entry, subject to availability.
* The price is €50 between 5:30 AM and 10:00 AM, and €35 after 10:00 AM.
Dec 25, 2018, 8:34 am
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I Googled their web page, which says:
https://www.airfrance.us/US/en/commo...ions-salon.htm
IIRC it's quite a walk from where US flights arrive, so all in all probably not your best option.
https://www.airfrance.us/US/en/commo...ions-salon.htm
IIRC it's quite a walk from where US flights arrive, so all in all probably not your best option.
I believe AA is in 2C so the poster will be near the lounge and it’s not a bad option for the two hours to kill before the rest of he party arrives on AF, but yes, it’s a 10-15 minute walk to 2E arrivals.
Another option might be the Sheraton, which I think may offer a day room for an hour or two.
Feb 15, 2019, 7:59 am
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The sad Air France arrivals lounge at CDG
Flew JAX-CDG this week for a ski trip. Arrived Delta 82, ATL-CDG at 6am. Immigration took maybe 2 minutes, possibly less. That was a total shock, but you never know at CDG that time of day. Still had 2.5 hours to kill before my TGV to Lyon.
After walking past the TGV station and the full length of the 2C checkin section, I found the lounge, it is on the left just before the pass to 2A. This is a tiny lounge. Low ceiling, fluorescent lights, cafeteria style at best. Unless you need a shower before heading to a meeting in the city, there is zero reason to visit this lounge. They have a small unremarkable breakfast spread. Nothing like the Air France lounges at K, L and M. Since I did not need a shower, I would have been better served by going to Paul at the TGV station. Passing this on in case anyone else thinks this lounge might be worth a stopover. It's not.
After walking past the TGV station and the full length of the 2C checkin section, I found the lounge, it is on the left just before the pass to 2A. This is a tiny lounge. Low ceiling, fluorescent lights, cafeteria style at best. Unless you need a shower before heading to a meeting in the city, there is zero reason to visit this lounge. They have a small unremarkable breakfast spread. Nothing like the Air France lounges at K, L and M. Since I did not need a shower, I would have been better served by going to Paul at the TGV station. Passing this on in case anyone else thinks this lounge might be worth a stopover. It's not.
Feb 15, 2019, 3:42 pm
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Flew JAX-CDG this week for a ski trip. Arrived Delta 82, ATL-CDG at 6am. Immigration took maybe 2 minutes, possibly less. That was a total shock, but you never know at CDG that time of day. Still had 2.5 hours to kill before my TGV to Lyon.
After walking past the TGV station and the full length of the 2C checkin section, I found the lounge, it is on the left just before the pass to 2A. This is a tiny lounge. Low ceiling, fluorescent lights, cafeteria style at best. Unless you need a shower before heading to a meeting in the city, there is zero reason to visit this lounge. They have a small unremarkable breakfast spread. Nothing like the Air France lounges at K, L and M. Since I did not need a shower, I would have been better served by going to Paul at the TGV station. Passing this on in case anyone else thinks this lounge might be worth a stopover. It's not.
After walking past the TGV station and the full length of the 2C checkin section, I found the lounge, it is on the left just before the pass to 2A. This is a tiny lounge. Low ceiling, fluorescent lights, cafeteria style at best. Unless you need a shower before heading to a meeting in the city, there is zero reason to visit this lounge. They have a small unremarkable breakfast spread. Nothing like the Air France lounges at K, L and M. Since I did not need a shower, I would have been better served by going to Paul at the TGV station. Passing this on in case anyone else thinks this lounge might be worth a stopover. It's not.
similar experience last month, SO arriving 2hrs after myself, cleared immigration quick, went to lounge (you don’t just accidentally end up there, it’s a significant walk, particularly with legit checked luggage)
it was full, grabbed a coffee and a pan au choclat at Paul’s and got some fresh air instead
Feb 15, 2019, 8:05 pm
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It's small and windowless, but has pretty good showers, including the pass-through valet closet if you want your clothes to be pressed while you shower. I've liked the breakfast, including cheese and proscuito but no wine, although they do have beer. IMO it's a good option if your lounghaul flight arrives earlier that you can access your hotel room in Paris.
