Why take a flight to France?

Book flights to France for a continental holiday packed with cosmopolitan culture and tranquil country life, living history, and fabulous food—all in remarkable natural surroundings. From the bucket-list appeal of a city like Paris to the Mediterranean coastal delights of Nice, France has so much to give.

When to book flights to France?

You can snap up cheap flights to France at any time of year and be assured of a beautiful trip. Its varied landscapes offer terrain for every time of year: snow-capped Alps in winter, lush vineyards in spring, sandy beaches in summer, deep forest in autumn.

A great time of year to fly to France is late spring or autumn—the ideal season for warm, dry weather and more space to explore this place for yourself. France is hugely popular with tourists at the height of summer, where you’ll find busy beaches and bustling country towns even off the beaten track.

December to March is winter in France and usually slightly less popular with tourists. Swap a chilly Canadian winter for the comparative warmth of southern France and be in with a chance to grab some of the cheapest flights to France. If you like to ski, it’s the prime season to hit the slopes in the country’s south-east.

How to find cheap flights to France?

Expedia’s search engine can help you compare airlines, airports, and travel dates and grab great deals and cheap tickets from CA $627* to France in 2026. Looking beyond traditional times of year for tourism can help you find some of the cheapest flights to France.

Flights to France from Canada

Flights to France from Canada are readily available, and there are many direct connections from cities on the east and west coasts alike. Paris is a popular arrival destination. Expedia can help you find connecting flights in both countries.

• Flights from Toronto to Paris – from 7 hours 15 minutes (direct)
• Flights from Montreal to Paris – from 6 hours 50 minutes (direct)
• Flights from Vancouver to Paris – from 9 hours 35 minutes (direct)

Main airports in France

If you’re flying into France, chances are you’ll find yourself landing in Paris. The busiest airports in France by far are found in the capital: Roissy-Charles de Gaulle Airport and Orly Airport.

What airlines fly to France?

Many North America and European airlines offer flights to France from Canada. Airlines that fly to France include, but are far from limited to, the following:

• United
• Air Canada
• Air France
• WestJet

How to get around in France

If you’re travelling far, domestic France flights are a good choice: France is the biggest country in western Europe. Domestic air travel is permitted for journeys that take longer than 2.5 hours by rail. You can use Expedia for your France flight booking for longer domestic journeys with European airlines.

France boasts an extensive and efficient rail network that is well-used by tourists and residents alike. Speeding across the country from Paris to southern cities like Toulouse, soaking up the views, is a great way to see more of the French countryside.

If you’d like to head off the beaten track and follow winding country roads among the vineyards and sunflower fields of la France profonde, you may want to consider a car rental so you can discover the country at your own pace.

Must-see attractions in France

Once you’ve secured your airline tickets to France, plan to enjoy all kinds of sights to tick off your bucket list. The Hexagon, as the French call it, is packed with attractions from top to bottom. Culture vultures will love big-city highlights like the stunning Orsay Museum in the capital to the ultra-modern MuCEM in Marseille, while history buffs will admire the rugged majesty of Mont-Saint-Michel on the north coast or the mighty amphitheatre in Provencal Nimes.

France plane tickets can be booked with Expedia in 2026 for affordable prices.

Tips for travelling in France

• If you fly to France, know that tipping isn’t essential. A service charge is often included with the bill, and diners may leave a little extra to show their appreciation, but this is far from being required.
• Make sure to sample local markets, which are a crucial part of French culture. Small town squares and city plazas burst into life every week with delicious produce and local arts and crafts. Plan your trip to take in a few.

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