- Must visit
Treasury of Aachen Cathedral
Ecclesiastical treasury museum displaying outstanding medieval liturgical objects associated with the cathedral and imperial coronation history.
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Cheapest price
$346
Average price
$786
Fastest journey
1h 10m
Average duration
7h 39m
Flights per day
46
Distance
484 km
Flights from Paris to Aachen depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $190 (€156) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 213 miles (343 km) distance in 2h 55m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 213 miles (343 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $190 (€156) |
Flights per day 31 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 2h 55m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $190.
Distance: 213 miles (343 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$413 Average price | $170 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Aachen:
A bus is $119 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Aachen costing on average $170 (€140).
A bus is $362 (€298) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Aachen costing on average $413 (€340).
Other travel options to Aachen take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 43m.
Bus takes on average 6h 3m.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Aachen flights for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL2002+ KL1801 | 7:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h45 | 1:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2002+ KL1799 | 7:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h40 | 11:50 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2002+ KL1803 | 7:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h30 | 5:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1051+ ICE 724 · 26420 | 7:45 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h52 | 3:37 PM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1051+ ICE 314 | 7:45 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h25 | 2:10 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1051+ ICE 126 · 26418 | 7:45 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h52 | 2:37 PM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL2006+ KL1801 | 8:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h45 | 1:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2006+ KL1799 | 8:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h40 | 11:50 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2006+ KL1803 | 8:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 9h30 | 5:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
DE4292+ ICE 724 · 26420 | 8:25 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h12 | 3:37 PM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
DE4292+ ICE 314 | 8:25 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h45 | 2:10 PM Aachen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
DE4292+ ICE 126 · 26418 | 8:25 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h12 | 2:37 PM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH4193 · LH4108 | 8:30 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h15 | 12:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4193+ LH1976 | 8:30 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h55 | 12:25 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR42 · QR85 | 9:15 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 28h35 | 1:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1606 | 9:35 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h15 | 10:50 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1404 · KL1801 | 9:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h15 | 1:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1404 · KL1803 | 9:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h00 | 5:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS362+ OS163 | 9:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h20 | 2:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1406 · KL1801 | 10:15 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h40 | 1:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1406 · KL1803 | 10:15 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h25 | 5:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1406 · KL1805 | 10:15 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h15 | 10:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1031 · LH74 | 11:20 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h05 | 2:25 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2229 · LH1982 | 12:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h20 | 5:20 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2012+ KL1805 | 12:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h15 | 10:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1218+ ICE 626 · 26428 | 1:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h37 | 7:37 PM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1218+ ICE 526 · 26438 | 1:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 11h37 | 12:37 AM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1218+ ICE 528 · 26436 | 1:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h37 | 11:37 PM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
BA8136+ BA924 | 1:45 PM Paris Orly Airport | 7h15 | 9:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA305 · BA924 | 2:20 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h40 | 9:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1408 · KL1803 | 2:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h10 | 5:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1408 · KL1805 | 2:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h00 | 10:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX639+ LX4426 | 3:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h10 | 7:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS364 · OS249 | 3:55 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h10 | 8:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2016+ KL1805 | 4:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h15 | 10:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
DE4214+ ICE 526 · 26438 | 4:45 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h52 | 12:37 AM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
DE4214+ ICE 528 · 26436 | 4:45 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h52 | 11:37 PM Aachen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
DE4214+ ICE 910 · S19 · 92036 | 4:45 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h26 | 12:11 AM Aachen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
QR40 · QR85 | 5:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 20h35 | 1:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1006 | 5:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h10 | 6:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL2022+ KL1805 | 5:50 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h40 | 10:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2233+ LH5369 | 6:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h45 | 9:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1410 · KL1805 | 6:40 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h50 | 10:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1106 | 8:35 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h15 | 9:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
QR38 · QR87 | 10:40 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 33h10 | 7:50 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR38 · QR85 | 10:40 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 15h10 | 1:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Ecclesiastical treasury museum displaying outstanding medieval liturgical objects associated with the cathedral and imperial coronation history.
City museum on Katschhof covering Aachen’s history from Roman times to the present, with a strong focus on Charlemagne and the cathedral treasury context.
Contemporary art museum in a former umbrella factory, known for Pop Art, international contemporary exhibitions, and a strong modern collection.
Historic square between Aachen Cathedral and Town Hall, the symbolic heart of the city and a must for first-time visitors.
The old town’s walkable lanes, churches, fountains, and historic buildings make it the best area for classic sightseeing on foot.
Main market square framed by the Town Hall and traditional facades, ideal for soaking up Aachen’s historic center atmosphere.
Aachen’s signature spiced biscuit, similar to gingerbread and traditionally made with syrup and warming spices. It is the city’s best-known culinary specialty.
A local liqueur inspired by Aachener Printen, often carrying notes of spice, caramel, and herbs. It is a regional digestif and souvenir drink.
A Rhineland pot roast, usually beef marinated for several days and served with a sweet-sour gravy. It is a classic hearty dish in the wider region around Aachen.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant in Aachen, known for refined French-influenced cuisine, careful presentation, and an elegant setting.
Traditional Aachen restaurant known for hearty Rhineland cooking, seasonal dishes, and a cozy historic atmosphere near the old town.
Established German restaurant and pub-style venue serving local classics, beer, and generous portions in a lively, traditional setting.
Prices are moderate by German standards. Budget eats are reasonable, but hotels and dining rise during peak periods and events.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, tip about 5-10% for good service, often by telling the total amount when paying.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Aachen by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aachen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Aachen flights use the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Dusseldorf Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Aachen airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 4 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport; premium high-speed access is also offered. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Paris Orly Airport is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Orly Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Orly Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Orly Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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