How to Get to Paris from Canada: Every Route Explained

Paris remains one of the most iconic destinations in Europe for Canadian travellers. Whether you are visiting for the food, art, architecture, or simply to wander through historic neighbourhoods, the French capital continues to attract visitors from across Canada year after year.

The good news is that getting there nonstop is easier than many travellers realize. Several airlines operate direct routes between Canada and Paris, with flights departing from multiple cities across the country.

From large international hubs like Toronto and Montreal to smaller markets such as Quebec City and St. John’s, Canadians have a surprising number of options when planning a trip to France.

Here is your complete guide to flying from Canada to Paris.

Note: All pricing listed in this blog post reflects the lowest round-trip fares I could find in 2026.


Where You Fly Into

Almost all flights from Canada arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, which is the main international gateway to the city. There’s one airline that operates flights to Paris Orly Airport though, the city’s secondary airport.

PARIS CHARLES DE GAULLE AIRPORT

Source: France Guide

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is the largest airport in France and one of the busiest international hubs in Europe. It handles the vast majority of long haul flights arriving into Paris.

Most convenient way into the city: RER B Train

For most travellers, the RER B suburban train is the easiest and most affordable way to reach central Paris.

Travel time to central Paris: about 30 to 40 minutes.
Runs frequently throughout the day.
Cost: typically around €11.80 one way for adults, and €8.20 for children between the ages of 4 and 9. Children under 4 years old can ride for free.
Connects directly to major stations, like Gare du Nord, which then lets you connect to other parts of the city via the metro and bus systems.

The train is reliable, easy to navigate, and significantly cheaper than taking a taxi into the city.

PARIS ORLY AIRPORT

Source: Paris Aéroport

Paris Orly Airport is located south of the city and serves a mix of European, domestic, and some long haul routes.

While it is smaller than Charles de Gaulle, it can actually be very convenient for reaching certain parts of Paris.

Most convenient way into the city: Orlyval + RER B

The most common route into central Paris involves taking the Orlyval shuttle train to Antony station, where passengers connect to the RER B line.

Travel time to central Paris: about 30 to 45 minutes.
Frequency: trains run frequently throughout the day.
Cost: typically around €14.10 one way.

Several bus and tram options are also available depending on your destination in the city.


Air Canada Flights to Paris

Air Canada operates strong nonstop service between Canada and Paris from two of its largest hubs.

• Toronto to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $753 CAD round-trip.

• Montreal to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $753 CAD round-trip.

Both routes are operated using wide body aircraft such as the Airbus A330 and Boeing 777.

Passengers can typically choose between three cabins of service: Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class.

Montreal in particular serves as an important gateway between Canada and France, making this one of Air Canada’s most important transatlantic routes.


WestJet Flights to Paris

WestJet also connects Canada to Paris with several routes that provide additional competition across the Atlantic.

• Calgary to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $704 CAD round-trip.

• Halifax to Paris Charles de Gaulle (seasonal from May to October): Pricing from $937 CAD round-trip.

• St. John’s to Paris Charles de Gaulle (seasonal from May to October): Pricing from $953 CAD round-trip.

Flights from Calgary are operated on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, which offers three cabins of service including Economy, Premium, and Business Class.

From Atlantic Canada, flights are often operated on the narrow body Boeing 737 MAX. These aircraft typically offer Economy and Premium seating.

For travellers in Eastern Canada, these routes provide a very convenient alternative to connecting through larger hubs like Toronto or Montreal.


Air Transat Flights to Paris

Air Transat has long been a major player on Canada to France routes, particularly for leisure travellers looking for competitive fares.

• Montreal to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $648 CAD round-trip.

Toronto to Paris Charles de Gaulle (seasonal from May to October): Pricing from $785 CAD round-trip.

• Quebec City to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $792 CAD round-trip.

Flights from Montreal to Paris are usually on the wide-body Airbus A330, while Toronto flights may operate on either the A330 or the narrow-body Airbus A321neo. Quebec City flights are typically on the A321neo.

Air Transat offers two cabins of service: Economy Class and Club Class.

The airline is known for offering some of the most competitive transatlantic fares during the summer travel season.


Air France Flights to Paris

Air France operates the largest network between Canada and Paris, connecting multiple Canadian cities directly to its hub at Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Montreal to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $657 CAD round-trip.

• Toronto to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $724 CAD round-trip.

• Ottawa to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $744 CAD round-trip.

• Vancouver to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Pricing from $849 CAD round-trip.

• Quebec City to Paris Charles de Gaulle (seasonal from June to October): Pricing from $874 CAD round-trip.

Flights are typically operated using wide body aircraft such as the Airbus A350, Boeing 777, or Boeing 787.

Passengers can choose between three cabins of service: Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class.

With multiple departure cities across Canada, Air France offers one of the most extensive route networks between the two countries, including strong onward connections from Paris.


French bee Flights to Paris

For travellers based in-or-around Montreal looking for a lower cost option, French bee offers an interesting alternative.

• Montreal to Paris Orly: Pricing from $647 CAD round-trip.

French bee operates this route using the Airbus A350.

The airline is a low cost carrier, which means base fares can be very competitive but extras such as baggage, seat selection, and meals may cost additional fees.

Another notable difference is that French bee flies into Paris Orly Airport instead of Charles de Gaulle, which can sometimes be a more convenient airport depending on where you are staying in the city.


Tips for Finding Cheap Flights to Paris

Flights between Canada and Paris can vary widely depending on the time of year and demand. Here are a few strategies to help find better deals.

• Be flexible with travel dates, particularly during the busy summer season
• Consider departing from a nearby city if multiple airports are accessible
• Watch for airline fare sales when seasonal schedules are announced
• Use airline points strategically through loyalty programs
• Look at shoulder seasons such as late spring or early fall

Competition on Canada to Paris routes is strong, which can often lead to attractive fares for travellers who plan ahead.


The Bottom Line

Paris remains one of the best connected European destinations from Canada. With several airlines operating direct routes from cities across the country, travellers have a wide range of choices when planning a trip to France.

Whether departing from Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, or smaller cities such as Quebec City or St. John’s, Canadians can reach Paris nonstop with relative ease.

If Paris is on your travel list for 2026, now is a great time to start monitoring flights and planning your trip.

Happy travels!

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