PHL to CDG Route Guide
Philadelphia, United States → Paris, France
Quick answer
KPHL (Philadelphia, United States) to LFPG (Paris, France) is a 3,231 NM (5,984 km / 3,718 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 53° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 7h 17m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,231 NM
5,984 km / 3,718 mi
Initial Bearing
53° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
7h 17m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
11,193 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
36 ft
KPHL
Arrival Elevation
392 ft
LFPG
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,231 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHL-CDG should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PHL and CDG?
3,231 nautical miles (5,984 km / 3,718 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Paris?
Approximately 7h 17m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHL-CDG?
Common types include Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR, Airbus A330-300 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL380 (38,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
53° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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