Traveling from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is 4 hours 6 minutes. Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Paris 2 hours behind Istanbul.
Each week, there are 41 flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. The earliest departure from SAW to CDG is at 08:35 and the last is at 17:25.
Traveling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SAW and CDG include:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Vienna International Airport
Stuttgart Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter France. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from SAW to CDG, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport is $73. The cheapest price for a return flight is $195. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAW to CDG.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SAW to CDG. There's no need to check every day to see if airfares have fallen. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.
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Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SAW? If you're catching an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider booking a hotel close to CDG if you're catching a late flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 27 kilometers from central Paris. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
June is the most popular month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Paris in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to CDG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
After booking your flights from SAW to CDG, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Paris. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are popular attractions which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is an alternative international airport that services Paris. It might even be an easier or cheaper option depending on your plans, so keep it in mind when organizing your trip.
Complete your Paris trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Charles de Gaulle Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Paris stay.