FRA to CDG Route Guide
Frankfurt, Germany → Paris, France
Quick answer
EDDF (Frankfurt, Germany) to LFPG (Paris, France) is a 242 NM (448 km / 278 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 258° (WSW). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 59m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
242 NM
448 km / 278 mi
Initial Bearing
258° (WSW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 59m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,226 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
364 ft
EDDF
Arrival Elevation
392 ft
LFPG
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 242 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying FRA-CDG should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between FRA and CDG?
242 nautical miles (448 km / 278 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Paris?
Approximately 1h 59m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly FRA-CDG?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
258° true (WSW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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