- Must visit
Museum Folkwang
World-class art museum in the Villa Hügel parkland, famous for 19th and 20th century masterpieces and changing exhibitions.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Paris to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Essen will cost around €592 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €220.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 98 flights from Paris to Essen, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct flights cover the 440 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the longest flights will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Flights from Paris to Essen depart on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €106 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 273 miles (440 km) distance in 1h 10m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Paris to Essen.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Essen flights for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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LH1051 · LH72 | 6:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2h55 | 9:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1051+ ICE 128 · 26815 | 6:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h10 | 11:50 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1051+ ICE 202 · 89719 | 6:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h47 | 12:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1051+ ICE 16 · 26817 | 6:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h10 | 12:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL2002+ KL1799 | 6:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h00 | 10:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2002+ KL1801 | 6:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h55 | 1:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2002+ KL1817+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 6:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 14h32 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2002+ KL1819+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 6:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 14h32 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2002+ KL1819+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 6:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 18h32 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
AF1306 | 7:30 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h20 | 8:50 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
DE4301+ ICE 16 · 26817 | 7:30 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h20 | 12:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
DE4301+ ICE 202 · 89719 | 7:30 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h57 | 12:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
DE4301+ ICE 918 · 10223 | 7:30 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h07 | 3:37 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL2006+ KL1799 | 8:00 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2h55 | 10:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2006+ KL1801 | 8:00 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h50 | 1:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2006+ KL1819+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 8:00 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 17h27 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2006+ KL1819+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 8:00 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 13h27 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2006+ KL1819+ ICE 624 · 89733 | 8:00 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 11h27 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX4603+ LX4800+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 8:25 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 13h02 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX4603+ LX4800+ ICE 918 · 10223 | 8:25 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h12 | 3:37 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX4603+ LX4800+ ICE 124 · 26823 | 8:25 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h25 | 3:50 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH4151+ LH1978 | 8:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h55 | 12:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4151+ LH103+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 8:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h32 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH4151+ LH103+ ICE 624 · 89733 | 8:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h32 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH4151+ LH103+ ICE 108 · 89727 | 8:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h32 | 4:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL1402 · KL1801 | 9:05 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h45 | 1:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1402 · KL1819+ ICE 624 · 89733 | 9:05 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h22 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL1402 · KL1819+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 9:05 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 16h22 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL1402 · KL1819+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 9:05 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h22 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
AF1606 | 9:30 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h15 | 10:45 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1404 · KL1801 | 9:45 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h05 | 1:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1618+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 9:50 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 11h37 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1618+ ICE 918 · 10223 | 9:50 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h47 | 3:37 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1618+ ICE 124 · 26823 | 9:50 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h00 | 3:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LX633 · LX1018 | 9:55 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h50 | 1:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS362 · OS163 | 10:05 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h10 | 2:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1043 · LH74 | 10:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h35 | 1:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1043+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 10:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 11h17 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1043+ ICE 918 · 10223 | 10:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h27 | 3:37 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1043+ ICE 124 · 26823 | 10:10 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h40 | 3:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL1406 · KL1803 | 10:20 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h35 | 5:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1406 · KL1801 | 10:20 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h30 | 1:50 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1406 · KL1819+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 10:20 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 15h07 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL1406 · KL1819+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 10:20 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 11h07 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL1406 · KL1819+ ICE 624 · 89733 | 10:20 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 9h07 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH1045+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 11:05 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h22 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1045+ ICE 124 · 26823 | 11:05 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h45 | 3:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1045+ ICE 918 · 10223 | 11:05 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h32 | 3:37 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL2008+ KL1803 | 11:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h15 | 5:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2008+ KL1821+ ICE 318 · 26837 | 11:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 11h10 | 10:50 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2008+ KL1821+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 11:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 13h47 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2008+ KL1821+ ICE 100 · 89743 | 11:40 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h47 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH4149 · LH4054 | 12:05 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h40 | 4:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4149+ LH5367 | 12:05 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h00 | 5:05 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4149 · LH4240 | 12:05 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h50 | 4:55 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4149+ LH109+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 12:05 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 13h22 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH4149+ LH109+ ICE 624 · 89733 | 12:05 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h22 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LH4149+ LH109+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 12:05 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 9h22 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2012+ KL1803 | 12:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h25 | 5:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2012+ KL1821+ ICE 318 · 26837 | 12:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h20 | 10:50 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2012+ KL1821+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 12:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h57 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL2012+ KL1821+ ICE 100 · 89743 | 12:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 11h57 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
AF1506 | 12:55 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h10 | 2:05 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1218+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 1:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h27 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1218+ ICE 624 · 89733 | 1:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h27 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1218+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 1:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 12h27 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1047 · LH76 | 2:25 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h35 | 6:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1047+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 2:25 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 11h02 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1047+ ICE 624 · 89733 | 2:25 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h02 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1047+ ICE 26 · 89737 | 2:25 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h02 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL1408 · KL1803 | 2:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h25 | 5:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1408 · KL1821+ ICE 318 · 26837 | 2:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h20 | 10:50 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL1408 · KL1821+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 2:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h57 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
KL1408 · KL1821+ ICE 100 · 89743 | 2:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 9h57 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX639+ LX3642+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 3:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h27 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX639+ LX3642+ ICE 100 · 89743 | 3:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 9h27 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX639+ LX3642+ ICE 526 · 10175 | 3:00 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h14 | 11:14 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
AF1406 | 3:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h15 | 4:30 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1318+ ICE 318 · 26837 | 3:25 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h25 | 10:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1318+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 3:25 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h02 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1318+ ICE 10 · 26833 | 3:25 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h25 | 8:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
OS364 · OS249 | 3:35 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h25 | 8:00 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX4613+ LX3672+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 4:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 9h17 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX4613+ LX3672+ ICE 100 · 89743 | 4:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h17 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
LX4613+ LX3672+ ICE 526 · 10175 | 4:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h04 | 11:14 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
DE4305+ ICE 318 · 26837 | 4:50 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h00 | 10:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
DE4305+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 4:50 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h37 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
DE4305+ ICE 100 · 89743 | 4:50 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h37 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL2016+ KL1805 | 5:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h00 | 10:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL2022+ KL1805 | 6:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h00 | 10:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2233+ LH5365 | 6:20 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h35 | 9:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1410 · KL1805 | 6:40 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h30 | 10:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1006 | 6:45 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h10 | 7:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH4053+ ICE 910 · 26839 | 7:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h40 | 11:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH4053+ LH78 | 7:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h05 | 10:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4053+ ICE 22 · 89745 | 7:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h17 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH4053+ ICE 100 · 89743 | 7:10 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h17 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
AF1106 | 8:30 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1h10 | 9:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flights from Paris to Essen with Air France, KLM, and Lufthansa. Flights with a stop available on this route with Air France, KLM, and Lufthansa. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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World-class art museum in the Villa Hügel parkland, famous for 19th and 20th century masterpieces and changing exhibitions.
Ruhr Museum presents the region’s natural, cultural, and industrial history inside Zollverein’s iconic coal washery.
Internationally important poster museum with graphic design, advertising, and visual culture collections in a central location.
Large urban lake with promenades, sailing, and scenic paths; a favorite leisure area for locals and visitors alike.
Lively central pedestrian street for shopping and city life, linking Essen’s station area with key downtown landmarks.
Leafy city park with botanical features, sculptures, and open lawns near major museums and cultural institutions.
A hearty potato pancake from the Ruhr area, usually served with applesauce or beet syrup. It is a beloved regional comfort food eaten at fairs and homes.
Traditional rye bread from Westphalia, baked dark and dense with a slightly sweet flavor. It is a staple across the region and often served with ham or cheese.
A classic Rhineland-Ruhr beef roast marinated in vinegar and spices, then braised. It is a festive dish found on Sunday and holiday menus.
Refined two-star dining in Villa Hügel parkland, known for modern French-inspired cuisine, polished service, and one of Essen's most prestigious settings.
Traditional brewery restaurant in Werden serving hearty regional dishes and house beers in a historic, rustic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Casual local favorite for grilled meats, schnitzel, and classic pub plates, with a lively traditional atmosphere and dependable portions.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is typical.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Essen.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Essen flights use the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to airport pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Essen 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.