Route Intelligence

JFK

New York

7.5h

CDG

Paris

John F. Kennedy International AirportParis Charles de Gaulle Airport

Current Cheapest Fare

$650

avg $650 · low $400
Watch — Near Average
Updated 07:35 AM

Route Price Dashboard

New YorkParis · All prices in USD round-trip

Stable
Today's Lowest
$650

Current best fare

30-Day Average
$683

vs today: ▼ $33

90-Day Average
$650

vs today: ▲ $0

365-Day Average
$663

vs today: ▼ $13

Historical Low

$310

Historical High

$2,100

Typical Range

$400–$1300

Flight Duration

7.5h Non-stop

Fare Trend Analysis

New YorkParis · Current vs Historical Average

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Near Average

Fares are near the historical average. Set a fare alert and book when a deal appears.

AI Analysis

New York–Paris fares are trading near their historical average of $650. No strong signal to book or wait — set a fare alert at your target price and book when it triggers.

Confidence ScoreNeutral signal
75%

Forecast Low

$400

Forecast High

$1,300

Airline Comparison

New YorkParis · Current average fares

AirlineAvg FareFromDurationStops
AF

Air France

1 checked bag

$680
$410
7h 30m
Non-stop
DL

Delta Air Lines

Fees apply

$710
$430
7h 40m
Non-stop
AA

American Airlines

Fees apply

$740
$460
7h 35m
Non-stop
UA

United Airlines

Fees apply

$720
$440
7h 45m
Non-stop
N0

Norse Atlantic

Fees apply

Cheapest
$520
$320
7h 30m
Non-stop

Cheapest Months to Fly

New YorkParis · Historical average fares by month

Cheapest
Below average
Above average
Most expensive

Cheapest Days to Fly

Relative fare index by departure day (lower = cheaper)

Mon
Tue
Wed
Save ~$156
Thu
Fri
Peak
Sat
Sun

Price Factors

Key drivers affecting fares on this route right now

Fuel CostUnfavorable
72

Similar fuel cost pressures as other transatlantic routes from JFK.

DemandUnfavorable
74

Paris remains one of the most visited cities in the world — demand is consistently strong.

CompetitionFavorable
80

Air France / Delta JV competes alongside multiple independent carriers.

ETIAS ImpactNeutral
50

New ETIAS pre-travel authorization adds minimal friction but may slightly reduce last-minute bookings.

Seat AvailabilityUnfavorable
42

Summer 2026 JFK-CDG bookings are running 12% above 2025 levels.

EventsNeutral
55

No major events currently detected driving unusual demand spikes.

Airo AI Route Insights

New YorkParis · Analysis updated daily

Why Prices Changed

JFK-CDG fares have climbed steadily since March, driven by pent-up Europe travel demand and Air France / Delta capacity discipline. The Air France-KLM group has been slower to add back capacity vs pre-pandemic, keeping supply tight relative to demand.

Best Booking Window

Book 7-9 weeks ahead for economy on this route. Same-day or last-week fares average 45% higher than the 90-day lead-time price. Premium economy fares respond differently — booking 4-5 months out delivers the best value.

How to Save Money

Norse Atlantic offers budget transatlantic fares from JFK to CDG that undercut legacy carriers by 20-35%. Their baggage fee structure means you need to add costs carefully. Also check Paris Orly (ORY) as an alternative arrival — it's 40 minutes closer to central Paris than CDG.

Nearby Airport Alternatives

Paris Orly (ORY) handles several European connections and some transatlantic services. Arriving at Orly can save $45-60 vs CDG on select carriers. From New York, EWR (Newark) often prices $30-50 cheaper than JFK for the same airline and date.

Best Time to Travel

April and May are ideal — Paris is gorgeous in spring, fares are reasonable at $500-600 return, and the city hasn't yet hit peak tourist season. September and October offer similar value with stunning autumn colors. Budget-conscious travelers should target January-February for $400-430 return fares.

Airport Information

Serving airports and nearby alternatives with potential savings

Origin

JFK

John F. Kennedy International Airport

New York, United States

Timezone: EST

Alternative Airports

EWR Newark LibertySave ~$40
LGA LaGuardiaSave ~$20

Destination

CDG

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris, France

Timezone: CET

Alternative Airports

ORY Paris OrlySave ~$45

Best Deals on This Route

New YorkParis · Next 30 days

AF

Air France

Fri, Jul 17 · 7h 30m

$377

Save $303

DL

Delta Air Lines

Fri, Jul 24 · 7h 40m

$430

Save $280

AA

American Airlines

Fri, Jul 31 · 7h 35m

$497

Save $243

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Frequently Asked Questions · New York to Paris

How much does a New York to Paris flight cost?

Round-trip fares range from $410 in January to over $1,000 in peak summer. The typical average is around $650 return including taxes.

What is the cheapest month to fly New York to Paris?

January is cheapest at around $410 average. February is a close second at $430. Both months offer excellent value with fewer crowds in Paris.

How long is the flight from New York to Paris?

Non-stop JFK to CDG flights take approximately 7 hours 30 minutes eastbound, and around 8 hours 30 minutes on the return westbound leg.

Which airlines fly non-stop New York to Paris?

Air France, Delta, American Airlines, United, and budget carrier Norse Atlantic all operate direct JFK-CDG service.

Is it cheaper to fly into Orly instead of CDG?

In some cases, yes — budget carriers and connecting itineraries via Orly can be $30-60 cheaper. However, CDG is better connected to central Paris via the RER B train.

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