Travelling from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dresden (the location of Dresden International Airport).
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your DRS to Paris flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from DRS to Paris. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dresden, DRS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to DRS? If you've booked an early flight from Dresden International Airport to Paris, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Dresden International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84.36% of flights that depart DRS arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Paris
RM779 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dresden International Airport to Paris flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM927. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from DRS to Paris, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Dresden International Airport to Paris ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DRS to Paris by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Dresden International Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Go where the road takes you with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and discover more of Paris and beyond.
Booking your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from DRS to Paris can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Paris. Once you've hopped off your flight from Dresden International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can check in after your DRS to Paris flight:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Paris Orly Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at ORY can get you a lower rate.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Dresden International Airport to Paris and head straight for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Choose a hotel near BVA and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late DRS to Paris flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to get to your next stop with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted names here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Around three weeks ahead of your flight from Dresden International Airport to Paris is the ideal time to secure your ride from BVA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
The address for Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Visit Paris in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dresden International Airport to Paris in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Dresden International Airport to Paris flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DRS to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Dresden International Airport to Paris, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.