Caen to Paris flights
Paris lies 201 km (125 mi) east of Caen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Caen | Paris | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 110,624 | 2.1 million |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Nearest large airport | CFR, 7 km out | ORY, 14 km out |
| Postal codes | 14000–14949 CEDEX 9 | 75000–75020 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Caen
Caen is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Caen Carpiquet airport (CFR), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,233 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Deauville Normandie airport (DOL, 42 km).
Arriving in Paris
Paris is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Paris-Orly Airport (ORY), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,975-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG, 23 km), Beauvais-Tillé airport (BVA, 69 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris-Orly Airport | ORY | 14 km (9 mi) | 11,975 ft | 291 ft |
| Charles de Gaulle International Airport | CDG | 23 km (14 mi) | 13,829 ft | 392 ft |
| Beauvais-Tillé airport | BVA | 69 km (43 mi) | 7,972 ft | 359 ft |
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Staying in Paris
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Common questions
How far is Paris from Caen?
201 km (125 mi) in a straight line, east of Caen.
How long does it take to get from Caen to Paris by air?
About 1 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Caen and Paris?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Which airports are used for Caen to Paris flights?
Typically Caen Carpiquet airport (CFR) to Paris-Orly Airport (ORY); Paris also has CDG, BVA.
Where can I stay in Paris?
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Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.