Los Angeles to Paris is the West Coast's primary gateway to France, with three airlines operating 4–5 daily nonstop flights from LAX to Charles de Gaulle. Air France leads with 2–3 daily departures to its home hub, while joint venture partner Delta adds 1 daily service. Air Tahiti Nui provides an additional daily nonstop on its Papeete–LAX–CDG tag route using the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. At 5,687 miles, this is a long-haul route where premium cabin prices can be steep — making Camli's consolidator fares especially valuable, with savings of 40–60% on business class.
| Route | Los Angeles (LAX) → Paris (CDG) |
| Distance | ~5,687 miles / 9,150 km |
| Flight Time (Outbound) | ~10h 30min–11h 00min eastbound |
| Flight Time (Return) | ~11h 30min–12h 00min westbound |
| Nonstop Carriers | Air France, Delta Air Lines, Air Tahiti Nui |
| Connecting Carriers | United (via SFO/IAH), American (via DFW/ORD), British Airways (via LHR), Lufthansa (via FRA), KLM (via AMS) |
| Peak Season | June–August (summer), December (Christmas/New Year) |
| Shoulder Season | April–May, September–October |
| Premium Cabins | Air France La Première (First Class, select flights), AF Business, Delta One (lie-flat), Air Tahiti Nui Poerava Business (lie-flat) |
Indicative starting prices — search for live availability
| Cabin | Airline | From | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Multiple carriers | $635 | Nonstop |
| Economy | Air France | $700 | Nonstop (LAX) |
| Economy | Delta Air Lines | $710 | Nonstop (LAX) |
| Economy | Air Tahiti Nui | $650 | Nonstop (LAX) |
| Economy | United Airlines | $580 | 1 stop (SFO/IAH) |
| Economy | British Airways | $620 | 1 stop (LHR) |
| Business | Air France | $3,500 | Nonstop (LAX) |
| Business | Delta Air Lines | $3,400 | Nonstop (LAX) |
| Business | Air Tahiti Nui | $2,800 | Nonstop (LAX) |
Prices shown are indicative round-trip starting fares as of April 2026, inclusive of taxes and fees. Economy fares are lowest published; actual availability varies by date. Business class fares are published walk-up rates; Camli consolidator fares are typically 40–60% lower. Air Tahiti Nui often offers the most competitive business class fares on this route. Connecting options via LHR, FRA, or AMS can undercut nonstop fares by $50–150. Search for live pricing.
Schedules verified April 2026. Three carriers operate nonstop LAX–CDG: Air France (2–3 daily), Delta (1 daily), Air Tahiti Nui (1 daily) — 4–5 total daily nonstops. Air France and Delta are joint venture partners. Air Tahiti Nui's tag route from Papeete offers competitive pricing, especially in business class.
September is the cheapest month at approximately $635 round-trip. January through March also offers good value at $700–850. Summer (June–August) is peak season with fares reaching $1,100–1,800+. Shoulder months (April–May, September–October) offer moderate fares of $700–900 with the best Paris weather.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are consistently the cheapest departure days, with savings of 10–15% compared to Friday or Sunday departures. Mid-week returns also tend to be cheaper. Both daytime and evening departures are available.
6–10 weeks ahead for economy. 8–14 weeks for summer peak travel. Business class consolidator deals through Camli often appear 4–8 weeks before departure. Christmas/New Year: book 12+ weeks ahead.
Air Tahiti Nui operates a daily LAX–CDG nonstop as part of its Papeete–LAX–CDG tag route on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Their Poerava Business class offers lie-flat seats at often $500–800 less than Air France or Delta business class. The 787-9 also has lower cabin pressure and higher humidity, reducing jet lag on this long 10+ hour flight.
Air France and Delta are transatlantic joint venture partners. You can earn Flying Blue miles on Delta flights and Delta SkyMiles on Air France flights. Combined, they offer 3–4 daily nonstops from LAX. If one carrier's schedule or price is better, your loyalty status still applies.
At 10–11 hours eastbound, LAX–CDG is significantly longer than East Coast routes. Air France's Premium Economy offers 40% more legroom, wider seats, and enhanced meal service for typically $300–500 more than economy. It's a worthwhile upgrade on this long sector.
One-stop options via London (BA), Frankfurt (Lufthansa), or Amsterdam (KLM) often undercut nonstop fares by $50–150. If you have flexibility, connecting flights add 3–5 hours but can save significantly. British Airways via LHR is popular if you want to visit London too.
The RER B train reaches central Paris in ~35 minutes for about €11. Taxis have flat rates: ~€55 to the Right Bank, ~€65 to the Left Bank. The Roissybus runs to Opéra for ~€16. After a 10+ hour flight, a taxi may be worth the premium.
The Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame Cathedral (undergoing restoration), Sacré-Cœur, and the Champs-Élysées. Paris is one of the most photographed cities in the world.
The Louvre (world's largest art museum), Musée d'Orsay (Impressionist masterpieces), Centre Pompidou (modern art), and Musée de l'Orangerie (Monet's Water Lilies). Most are free on the first Sunday of each month.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to corner boulangeries, Paris is the world capital of gastronomy. The city has over 100 Michelin-starred restaurants, plus countless bistros, cafés, and markets.
Versailles (30 min by train), Giverny/Monet's Garden (75 min), Loire Valley châteaux (1 hour by TGV), Champagne region (45 min by TGV), and Disneyland Paris (40 min by RER).
US citizens can visit France and the Schengen area for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa. A valid US passport is required (must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area). Note: The EU's ETIAS travel authorization system is scheduled to launch in Q4 2026 and will require a pre-travel registration (~€7, valid 3 years) for visa-exempt travelers. As of April 2026, ETIAS is not yet operational.
Entry requirements verified April 2026 for US passport holders. Requirements may change — always verify with the destination country's embassy before travel.
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