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Cheapest return flight
£504
Typical prices: £529-£778
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 7/2Sun 18/2
CDG - LAX • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£587
Typical prices: £564-£847
French Bee
Mon 2/4Thu 12/4
ORY - LAX • Direct
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You can fly direct with Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, and Delta. Average duration is 11h 42m
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Cheapest • 9% average savings
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Most punctual • 97% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £228 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Paris to Los Angeles (PAR-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Paris to Los Angeles

Sun, 7 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
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20:45 - 17:00CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
29h 15m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 19:20LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
38h 50m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda
£504Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
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11:10 - 17:00CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
14h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 11:20LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
30h 50m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£504Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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11:10 - 17:00CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
14h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 11:40LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
31h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda
£505Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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11:10 - 17:00CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
14h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 11:40LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
31h 10m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda
£507Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 17 Apr - Thu, 29 Apr
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13:15 - 16:50CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
36h 35m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:10 - 11:30LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
31h 20m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£507Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 19 Apr - Fri, 30 Apr
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09:50 - 16:50CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
16h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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13:45 - 19:25LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
20h 40m2 stops San Francisco Kastrup Copenhagen
£508Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, 31 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr
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09:50 - 16:50CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
16h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:10 - 11:30LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
31h 20m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Oslo Gardermoen
£509Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 17 Apr - Tue, 27 Apr
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13:15 - 16:50CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
36h 35m2 stops Oslo Gardermoen Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:10 - 09:40LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
29h 30m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda
£510Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 19 Apr - Sat, 1 May
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09:50 - 16:50CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
16h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:10 - 13:10LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
33h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£510Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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11:10 - 17:00CDG  Paris Charles de Gaulle-LAX Los Angeles
14h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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07:20 - 10:25LAX  Los Angeles-CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle
18h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
£511Scandinavian Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Paris to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Paris to Los Angeles?

Return flights from Paris to Los Angeles typically range from £529 to £778. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £504 on Scandinavian Airlines.

What is the cheapest Paris to Los Angeles flight route?

Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) to Los Angeles (LAX) is the cheapest Paris to Los Angeles route, averaging £549 return. Other Paris to Los Angeles routes average £627, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Paris to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Paris to Los Angeles. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Los Angeles?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Los Angeles at £544 return.
•July (£799) and August (£749) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Paris to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Paris to Los Angeles are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Paris to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Lane Nieset

Lane Nieset

Expert on CDG

From the moment she first studied abroad in Paris as a young French major, Lane was determined to make the capital her home. After graduating with a dual degree in Magazine Journalism and French from the University of Florida, Lane worked as a travel journalist in Miami before making her way to Nice, France, where she lived for nearly 5 years before finally making the big move north to Paris. She has spent the past decade covering travel, food and wine for a variety of international publications.

Key details for Paris to Los Angeles flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£387
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Paris to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Paris to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Paris to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Paris to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Paris to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:10 and lands at 21:52
    • Latest: departs at 19:00 and lands at 06:42.

    The flight takes about 11h 42m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Paris to Los Angeles?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Paris to Los Angeles:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Paris to Los Angeles?

    A direct flight from Paris to Los Angeles takes 11h 42m, covering 5,653 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Paris to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Paris to Los Angeles flight?

    Return flights from Paris to Los Angeles range from £529 to £778, with an average of £636 over the past 12 months. Anything below £529 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Paris to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the £636 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Paris to Los Angeles?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £228 return via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared with £684 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Paris to Los Angeles?

    Norse Atlantic Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Paris to Los Angeles flights are:

    • Norse Atlantic Airways: 97% on time
    • Delta: 87% on time
    • Air Caraïbes: 86% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Paris to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Paris to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Paris to Los Angeles flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Paris to Los Angeles flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Paris to Los Angeles flights:

    • Air France
    • French Bee

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Paris to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Paris to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £401, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Paris to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Paris to Los Angeles may depart from several airports in Paris area, including Paris Beauvais-Tille (BVA), Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Paris-Le Bourget (LBG) and Paris Orly (ORY). Flights usually arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Paris to Los Angeles?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Paris to Los Angeles?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Paris to Los Angeles route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 39m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Paris to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Paris to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Paris to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Paris to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £613 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £674, a difference of £61.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Paris to Los Angeles?

    3 airlines operate flights between Paris and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air France
    • Air Tahiti Nui
    • Delta

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Paris to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 48m, compared to 14h 38m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 14h 45m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Paris and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 8 hours behind Paris (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center, and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Paris to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Paris to Los Angeles flights:

    • Air France: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • French Bee: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Air Caraïbes: offers free seat selection
    • Virgin Atlantic: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Paris to Los Angeles flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air France: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air Tahiti Nui: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • French Bee: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • What are some of the nonstop flight options between Paris and Los Angeles?

    As two of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, it is no surprise that there are several nonstop flight options between these two cities. Delta Air Lines offers nonstop service from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) as does Air Tahiti Nui.

  • What are some of the public transportation options that can get me from the center of Paris to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

    A great way to get from Paris to the airport is on the RER B light rail option. The fare to ride this train is about €12.50 ($15).

  • Is there any bus service that can get me from the center of Paris to Paris Orly Airport?

    There is a dedicated bus called the OrlyBus that makes the trip from Denfer-Rochereau in Paris to the airport in around 30min. The cost to ride is around €9.50 ($11.50).

  • Are there any lounges at the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport where I can wait for my flight to Los Angeles?

    Several different airline lounges have locations at this airport and there is also a Salon ICARE lounge in Terminal 1. The cost to use this upscale lounge before your flight is around €35 ($43) per hour.

  • If I want to utilize a rideshare service when I arrive in Los Angeles where is a good place to meet my ride?

    All of the rideshare services that operate at the airport in Los Angeles must meet their passengers at the LAX-it lot. This lot is located just to the east of the terminal buildings and it's a short walk to get there. There is also free shuttle bus service to take passengers from the terminal building to this slot.

Your guide to booking Paris to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £613, about £61 less than Saturday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Paris to Los Angeles trip for February. Fares historically average £544 return in that month – typically £255 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Norse Atlantic Airways. Over the past three months, 97% of Norse Atlantic Airways flights from Paris to Los Angeles arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 83%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 39m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £228 return on this route – about £456 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
  • The very unique thing about Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is that they offer musical performances in the terminal buildings. These offerings are a rotating menu of musical offerings and highlight different French artists. These music performances happen in all of the terminal buildings of the airport.
  • If you are going to drive yourself to Paris Orly Airport (ORY) before your flight to Los Angeles there are several options to park your car while you are gone. One of their most economical options is in one of their economy lots that costs around €36 ($43) and is either a short walk or a free shuttle bus ride to the terminal.
  • If you are going to use a rental car service when you arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), it is important to know that all rental car companies have locations that are offsite from the airport. To get to one of the major rental car companies just head to the purple rental car center shuttle signs at all the terminal buildings to hop on the appropriate shuttle.
  • If you have some time to kill before your long flight to Los Angeles you can actually get some gaming in before your flight. The Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport offers around 20 different gaming stations throughout all of the terminal buildings at the airport.
  • If you are looking for a comfortable place to wait for your flight to Los Angeles the Paris Orly Airport offers several relaxation areas throughout the terminal buildings. These areas are free to use for all passengers and make a great place to wait for your flight.

Prefer to fly direct from Paris to Los Angeles?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Paris to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Paris to Los Angeles

Monday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Tuesday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui,Delta

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui, +1 more

Wednesday

Air France

Air France

Thursday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Friday

Air France,Delta,Air Tahiti Nui

Air France,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Sunday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui,Delta

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui, +1 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Paris

Monday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui,Delta

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui, +1 more

Tuesday

Air France

Air France

Wednesday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Thursday

Air France,Delta,Air Tahiti Nui

Air France,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Saturday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui,Delta

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui, +1 more

Sunday

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

Air France,Air Tahiti Nui

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