Paris Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG)

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), also known as Roissy Airport, is the most important airport in France and one of the busiest in the world. Opened on 8 March 1974, it operates domestic and international flights connecting the French capital with major destinations on all continents.

Official Website: parisaeroport.fr

Telephone: +33 1 70 36 39 50

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Terminals

There are three main terminals (1, 2 and 3), generally operating from 3:30 am to 12:30 am. Terminal 2 is divided into several satellite halls (2A, 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G).

To move between them, the airport provides the automatic shuttle metro service CDGVAL, which connects all terminals, the TGV-RER train station, and the car parks. CDGVAL operates approximately from 4:00 am to 1:00 am. Outside these hours, a night bus service follows the same route. In addition, the various sectors of the large Terminal 2 are internally connected by a network of buses and walkways.

Annual Traffic (2024): 70.3 million passengers.

Information Points

The airport has information desks and interactive screens in all terminals. In addition, in Terminals 1 and 2 there are tourist offices (Maison de la France) offering information and assistance, generally open from 7:15 am to 8:45 pm.

 Location

The airport is located in the commune of Roissy-en-France, 23 km (14 miles) northeast of the centre of Paris.

Parking services at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG)

The premises offer a wide range of parking options for short and long stays, with 10 main car parks and charging stations for electric vehicles. It is important to note that the first 10 minutes of parking are free in most car parks.

Parking Areas

• Kiss & Fly (Drop-off / Pick-up): Dedicated areas for dropping off or picking up passengers, ideal for very short stays. Conveniently located near the terminals.
• P1: Covered car park adjacent to Terminal 1, with direct access to the check-in area via a lift. Ideal for short and medium stays.
• P3: Open-air car park located near Terminal 3. Offers options for short and medium stays.
• PAB: Covered car park serving Terminals 2A and 2B.
• PCD: Covered parking area located between Terminals 2C and 2D, connected to the TGV train station.
• PEF: Covered car park next to Terminals 2E and 2F.
• PG: Open-air car park connected to Terminal 2G via a lift.
• PR, PX: Outdoor long-stay car parks. They are connected to all terminals via the free automatic CDGVAL metro.

Motorcycle Parking

Exclusive motorcycle parking spaces are available. They are located on level -1 of car parks PAB and PEF.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

The airport provides charging points for electric vehicles in several of its car parks. These points are available for public use and allow charging during your stay at the airport. You can find more details about specific locations and connector types on the airport’s official website.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Charles de Gaulle Airport is committed to providing assistance and facilities for passengers with special needs, including those with reduced mobility, invisible disabilities, unaccompanied minors, and families travelling with babies.

Assistance for Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM)

It is essential to inform your airline or travel agency of your assistance needs when booking your flight, or at least 48 hours before departure. This ensures that the necessary equipment and staff are available to assist you.

The airport offers a range of facilities, including:

• Escort services from your arrival at the airport to the boarding gate and vice versa.
• Reserved and adapted parking spaces.
• Accessible check-in counters and information points.
• Hearing loops for passengers with hearing impairments.
• High-contrast and accessible signage throughout the airport.
• Accessible walkways, lifts, and escalators.
• Adapted toilets and telephones.
• Transport within and outside the airport premises equipped for passengers with reduced mobility.

Invisible Disabilities

For passengers travelling with an invisible disability (such as autism, dementia, anxiety, etc.), the airport offers a Sunflower Lanyard. This lanyard is a discreet indicator for airport staff that you may need a little more time, patience, or assistance during your journey. You can request one at information desks or assistance points.

Unaccompanied Minors

Airlines provide an assistance service for minors travelling alone. Generally, this service is available for children aged between 4 and 17, although exact age limits and requirements vary by airline. Airline staff will accompany the child from check-in until they are handed over to the authorised person at the destination, ensuring supervision throughout the journey.

It is essential to arrange this service directly with the airline when making the booking and to comply with their specific procedures for unaccompanied minors.