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Charles De Gaulle (CDG) — Airport Guide

Complete guide to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) in Paris, France. Find lounges, restaurants, sleep options, transport links, and jetlag recovery facilities.

Top Lounges

  • Extime Lounge— Terminal Paris CDG (CDG), Terminal 2E
  • Air France Lounge— Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), near gate F50 (at the end of peninsula F2)
  • Air France Lounge— Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall M
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Charles De Gaulle Airport Guide

Lounges, food, WiFi, sleep, hotels, and transport at CDG

Official website

Terminal Transfers

How to navigate between terminals

FromToWalkRecommendedSecurityTransport
2E-K2E-M18 min45 min-
Train
2E-K2F12 min45 min
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12E-K32 min95 min
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Train
Bus
2E-K2E-L12 min35 min-
Train
32E-K30 min90 min
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Train
Bus
2F2G35 min70 min-
Bus
2E2F8 min45 min
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1325 min60 min
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Train
12E28 min80 min
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Train
2E2G38 min110 min
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Bus

Lounges at Charles De Gaulle

30 lounges · 17 terminals

30 lounges found

Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), near gate F50 (at the end of peninsula F2)
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall M
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), near gate F50 (at the end of peninsula F2)
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), after security, near Lacoste store (walk towards gates F24-F36)
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), after security, near Lacoste store (walk towards gates F24-F36)
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall M
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall L
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall L
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall K, turn left after security towards gates K21-K41, then go downstairs
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall K, turn left after security towards gates K21-K41, then go downstairs
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2G (Schengen regional), boarding area, by the perfume store
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2G (Schengen regional), boarding area, by the perfume store
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), near gate F30 (at the end of peninsula F1)
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), near gate F30 (at the end of peninsula F1)
Priority Pass
American Airlines Admirals Club

American Airlines Admirals Club

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2A-2C (Non-Schengen), between Terminals 2A-2C, immediately after security and Duty Free, upper level
Extime Lounge

Extime Lounge

Terminal Paris CDG (CDG), Terminal 2E
Priority Pass
Extime Lounge

Extime Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 1 (Non-Schengen), after passport control and security, near gates 26-38
Lufthansa Senator Lounge

Lufthansa Senator Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 1 (Schengen), near gates 60-68
Primeclass Lounge

Primeclass Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2A-2C (Non-Schengen), between Terminals 2A-2C, immediately after security and Duty Free, upper level
Priority Pass
SAS Lounge

SAS Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 1, Schengen Departures, Satellite 7
YotelAir Paris Charles de Gaulle

YotelAir Paris Charles de Gaulle

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall L, landside (after passport control, before security), near L'Instant Paris
Priority Pass
Air France Arrivals Lounge (Salon Arrivee)

Air France Arrivals Lounge (Salon Arrivee)

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2C, after immigration and baggage claim (landside), near gate C10
Priority Pass
Lufthansa Business Lounge

Lufthansa Business Lounge

Terminal Paris CDG (CDG), Terminal 1
Salon Paul Maxence

Salon Paul Maxence

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall L, near gate L44
Priority Pass
Salon Paul Maxence

Salon Paul Maxence

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2A-2C (Non-Schengen), between Terminals 2A-2C, immediately after security and Duty Free, upper level
Star Alliance Lounge (Landside)

Star Alliance Lounge (Landside)

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 1, Non-Schengen Departures, after passport control, 10th floor, landside (outside security)
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), after security, near Lacoste store (walk towards gates F24-F36)
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2F (Schengen), near gate F50 (at the end of peninsula F2)
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall M
Priority Pass
Air France Lounge

Air France Lounge

Terminal Paris - Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Terminal 2E, Hall L
Priority Pass
All lounges at Charles De Gaulle

Food & Drink

10 dining options

Cafes

Charles De Gaulle Airport Coffee

Charles De Gaulle Airside Cafe

Charles De Gaulle Airside Cafe

Charles De Gaulle Costa Airport

Charles De Gaulle Starbucks Airport

Charles De Gaulle Terminal Cafe

Coffee Spot

cafe

Costa Coffee

cafe

Pret A Manger T2E HALL K (PORTE K36)

cafe

Starbucks Coffee

cafe

Starbucks T1 ZR Portes 10- 38

cafe
All cafes

Sleep & Rest

Rest and recovery options

Sleep Pods

Provider: YOTELAIR (Terminal 2E)

Quiet Zones

Designated quiet areas for resting.

Lounge Beds

Some lounges offer lie-flat beds for rest.

Meditation Rooms

Quiet spaces for meditation and relaxation.

Spa Services

Spa treatments available in the terminal.

Showers

Shower facilities in the terminal

Shower Facilities

Showers available in the terminal.

Paris CDG: Confusing layout, long walks, inconsistent terminals. Overrated.

Layover Tips

Making the most of your time at Charles De Gaulle

4h: With 4 hours in Paris (CDG or ORY), it’s best to stay close to the airport. At CDG, explore the art exhibits and designer boutiques in Terminals 2E–2F, or relax in an airport lounge. If queues are short, take the CDGVAL shuttle to Roissypôle for a quick café stop. At Orly, enjoy the panoramic terrace (when open) and grab a classic French pastry and coffee landside. Because immigration, security, and transport can be time‑consuming, avoid going into central Paris on a 4‑hour layover unless you have an EU passport, no checked bags, and boarding passes in hand.
8h: With about 8 hours, you can get a taste of central Paris. From CDG, take the RER B to Saint‑Michel–Notre‑Dame (about 40–45 minutes) and stroll Île de la Cité to see Notre‑Dame Cathedral (exterior only during restoration) and the nearby Sainte‑Chapelle. Walk along the Seine toward the Louvre’s glass pyramid and the Tuileries Garden for iconic views, then stop at a café in the Latin Quarter or around Saint‑Germain‑des‑Prés. From Orly, take Orlyval + RER B or tram T7 + metro to reach central Paris in roughly 35–45 minutes. Aim to be back at the airport at least 2–3 hours before departure, more if you need to clear immigration again.
24h: A 24‑hour layover lets you enjoy several Paris neighborhoods and a night in the city. After arriving and dropping bags at your hotel, start around the Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars, then walk or cruise along the Seine for views of Les Invalides, the Grand Palais, and the Musée d’Orsay. In the afternoon, head to the Louvre or Musée d’Orsay for art, then wander through the Tuileries Garden and across to the Right Bank. In the evening, explore Montmartre: visit Sacré‑Cœur Basilica, stroll Place du Tertre, and enjoy dinner at a bistro nearby. If time allows the next morning, browse the Marais (Place des Vosges, Rue des Francs‑Bourgeois) before returning to the airport via RER B or the RoissyBus (CDG) or OrlyBus/Orlyval (ORY), allowing ample time for security and boarding.

By Layover Duration

4-Hour Layover

With 4 hours in Paris (CDG or ORY), it’s best to stay close to the airport. At CDG, explore the art exhibits and designer boutiques in Terminals 2E–2F, or relax in an airport lounge. If queues are short, take the CDGVAL shuttle to Roissypôle for a quick café stop. At Orly, enjoy the panoramic terrace (when open) and grab a classic French pastry and coffee landside. Because immigration, security, and transport can be time‑consuming, avoid going into central Paris on a 4‑hour layover unless you have an EU passport, no checked bags, and boarding passes in hand.

8-Hour Layover

With about 8 hours, you can get a taste of central Paris. From CDG, take the RER B to Saint‑Michel–Notre‑Dame (about 40–45 minutes) and stroll Île de la Cité to see Notre‑Dame Cathedral (exterior only during restoration) and the nearby Sainte‑Chapelle. Walk along the Seine toward the Louvre’s glass pyramid and the Tuileries Garden for iconic views, then stop at a café in the Latin Quarter or around Saint‑Germain‑des‑Prés. From Orly, take Orlyval + RER B or tram T7 + metro to reach central Paris in roughly 35–45 minutes. Aim to be back at the airport at least 2–3 hours before departure, more if you need to clear immigration again.

Overnight Layover

A 24‑hour layover lets you enjoy several Paris neighborhoods and a night in the city. After arriving and dropping bags at your hotel, start around the Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars, then walk or cruise along the Seine for views of Les Invalides, the Grand Palais, and the Musée d’Orsay. In the afternoon, head to the Louvre or Musée d’Orsay for art, then wander through the Tuileries Garden and across to the Right Bank. In the evening, explore Montmartre: visit Sacré‑Cœur Basilica, stroll Place du Tertre, and enjoy dinner at a bistro nearby. If time allows the next morning, browse the Marais (Place des Vosges, Rue des Francs‑Bourgeois) before returning to the airport via RER B or the RoissyBus (CDG) or OrlyBus/Orlyval (ORY), allowing ample time for security and boarding.

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Getting There & Away

Transport options to/from the airport

ModeServiceTimeCostNotes

Local Dining

Food areas and local cuisine near the airport

Food Areas

Le Marais

neighborhood

Packed with cafés, falafel stands, bakeries, and modern bistros, offering everything from casual street food to contemporary French cuisine.

Saint‑Germain‑des‑Prés

neighborhood

Left Bank area known for historic cafés like Café de Flore and Les Deux Magots, plus wine bars and brasseries ideal for people‑watching.

Latin Quarter

neighborhood

Student‑friendly district around the Sorbonne with budget‑friendly eateries, crêperies, and lively bars along narrow, historic streets.

Rue Montorgueil

market street

Pedestrian market street with bakeries, cheese shops, produce stands, and cafés, perfect for assembling a picnic or sampling everyday Parisian food culture.

Canal Saint‑Martin

neighborhood

Trendy area with relaxed cafés, wine bars, and creative restaurants along the canal, popular with locals for evening drinks and casual dining.

Local Cuisine Recommendations

Bistrot Paul Bert

bistro

Classic Parisian bistro in the 11th arrondissement known for steak‑frites, traditional desserts, and a lively, authentic atmosphere.

Bouillon Chartier Grands Boulevards

traditional

Historic bouillon serving affordable, old‑school French dishes like onion soup and confit de canard in a bustling Belle Époque dining room.

Le Comptoir du Relais

bistro

Popular Saint‑Germain bistro offering refined takes on French classics; reservations are recommended for dinner due to its small size and high demand.

Breizh Café Le Marais

crêperie

Brittany‑style crêperie specializing in buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes, paired with artisanal cider in a casual setting.

L’As du Fallafel

street food

Famous Marais takeaway spot for generous falafel sandwiches and Middle Eastern plates, ideal for a quick, tasty meal on the go.

Services

Airport amenities and facilities

Spa

5 locations

Medical

Medical services available

Currency & ATM

Currency exchange

Luggage Storage

Storage available

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this airport

Yes, Charles De Gaulle has sleep pods available through YOTELAIR (Terminal 2E). These private rest spaces are ideal for recovering from long flights or overnight layovers.

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