Who flies nonstop
New York to Paris has plenty of nonstop business class choices across three airport pairs. The right one depends on where you are starting from, where you are staying, and which seat you want.
- From JFK and Newark to Charles de Gaulle (CDG): several carriers fly nonstop daily, with lie-flat business seats and first class suites on selected flights.
- From Newark to Orly (ORY): an all-business-class nonstop option is also available.
Seats vary by aircraft, even on the same airline. We check the aircraft and the seat map before you book.
Picking the right flight
- Overnight east: most flights leave New York in the evening and land in Paris the next morning after about 7 to 7.5 hours.
- Coming home: westbound flights take about 8 to 8.5 hours and land in New York the same afternoon or evening.
- Time difference: Paris is usually 6 hours ahead of New York (5 hours for a few weeks in March and late October).
- CDG or Orly: CDG is the main hub, with the RER B train into the city and TGV high-speed trains for onward travel in France. Orly sits south of the city and suits stays on the Left Bank or trips south. We plan your transfer either way.
Before you go
France is in the Schengen Area. US citizens can visit visa-free for short stays, but passports should be valid for at least three months after your planned departure from Europe. The EU's Entry/Exit System now registers non-EU visitors at the border, so allow extra time at passport control. ETIAS authorization is not required yet.
How Valalto helps
- Real people answer, 24/7, by phone, text, WhatsApp or email.
- Clear options for your dates, aircraft and seats, sent fast.
- Booking monitoring and schedule-change alerts.
- Check-in about 24 hours before departure, where available, with boarding passes sent to you.
- Private jet charters to Paris–Le Bourget, arranged through licensed operators.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a flight from New York to Paris?
About 7 to 7.5 hours eastbound and 8 to 8.5 hours back to New York.
Are there nonstop business class flights from New York to Paris?
Yes. Several carriers fly nonstop from JFK and Newark to CDG, and there is an all-business-class nonstop from Newark to Orly. We confirm current schedules for your dates.
Should I fly into Charles de Gaulle or Orly?
CDG has the most flights and TGV rail links. Orly, south of the city, has a nonstop all-business-class option from Newark. It depends on your airline, hotel and onward plans.
Do US citizens need a visa for France?
No visa is needed for short tourist or business stays. Passports should be valid at least three months beyond your departure from the Schengen Area.