Taxi From CDG To Paris: Cost, Fixed Fares & What To Expect

Taxi sign on a Paris taxi with the Arc de Triomphe in the background

Charles de Gaulle Airport taxis charge fixed fares to destinations in Paris. The fare is about €60 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank. Taxis are available outside every terminal, with travel times to central Paris ranging from 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic conditions.

This guide covers taxi fares, where to find the official taxi ranks at CDG, and how taxis compare to a pre-booked private airport transfer.

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CDG Taxi Cost To Paris

Taxi sign on a Paris taxi with the Arc de Triomphe in the background

Taxis from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris operate on a fixed-fare system. The fare is about €60 to destinations on the Right Bank and about €65 to destinations on the Left Bank. These rates apply regardless of traffic conditions.

The fare includes luggage and up to four passengers. A fifth passenger may incur an additional charge. Payment is made directly to the driver at the end of the trip.

Taxi Or Private Airport Transfer?

Driver loading luggage into a private airport transfer vehicle at Charles de Gaulle Airport

Both taxis and private airport transfers provide direct transportation from Charles de Gaulle Airport to your hotel. The difference is what happens after you land.

With a taxi, you follow the signs to the official taxi rank and join the queue. During busy arrival periods the wait can be longer than expected, especially when several international flights arrive at the same time.

A pre-booked private airport transfer works differently. After collecting your luggage, you are met in the arrivals area by a driver holding a sign with your name. The transfer was paid for when you booked in advance, so there is no taxi queue and no payment to arrange at the airport or your hotel.

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A driver meets you at the terminal and takes you directly to your hotel. A private airport transfer begins your visit with door-to-door service from the airport to your accommodation. Book your airport transfer before you travel.

Where To Find The Taxi Rank At CDG

Map of terminals and transportation connections at Charles de Gaulle Airport CDG terminal map and taxi-rank locations

Official taxi ranks are located outside the arrivals area of every terminal at Charles de Gaulle Airport. After collecting your luggage, follow the taxi signs to the designated rank for your terminal. Airport staff are often on hand to help direct passengers and manage the queue.

Here are the locations of the official taxi ranks at CDG:

  • Terminal 1: Exit 24 on the arrivals level
  • Terminal 2A: Exit 6
  • Terminal 2C: Exit 14
  • Terminal 2D: Exit 7
  • Terminal 2E: Gate 10 on the arrivals level
  • Terminal 2F: Gate 11 on the arrivals level
  • Terminal 2G: Blue Gate
  • Terminal 3: Just outside the exit doors

Only use the official taxi ranks. Drivers occasionally approach arriving passengers inside the terminal and offer transportation into Paris. Follow the taxi signs and join the official queue outside your terminal.

Passengers with reduced mobility and families traveling with very young children may receive priority assistance. Speak to the airport staff managing the taxi queue if you require help.

Tips For Taking A Taxi At CDG

Air France aircraft parked at Terminal 2 at Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris taxis are required to use the meter except on fixed-fare airport routes. If your destination is within Paris, the fixed fare from Charles de Gaulle Airport applies.

Credit card acceptance is now common in Paris taxis, but it is still worth confirming before the journey begins. Having a small amount of euro cash available is also a good idea.

If your destination is a hotel, keep the address available on your phone. Showing the address to the driver avoids misunderstandings and helps ensure a smooth arrival.

FAQs About Airport Taxis

HOW MUCH IS A TAXI FROM CDG TO PARIS?
Charles de Gaulle Airport taxis charge fixed fares to destinations within Paris. The fare is about €60 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank. Traffic conditions do not affect the price.

IS THE TAXI FARE FROM CDG TO PARIS FIXED?
Yes. Official taxis from Charles de Gaulle Airport use a fixed-fare system for destinations within Paris. The fare depends on whether your destination is on the Right Bank or the Left Bank of the Seine.

WHERE DO I FIND THE TAXI RANK AT CDG?
Official taxi ranks are located outside the arrivals area of every terminal at Charles de Gaulle Airport. Follow the taxi signs after collecting your luggage and join the designated queue for your terminal.

CAN I PAY FOR A PARIS TAXI BY CREDIT CARD?
Credit cards are widely accepted in Paris taxis, but it is worth confirming with the driver before the journey begins. Carrying a small amount of euro cash is also a good idea.

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