ABQ
Albuquerque
United States
8,351 km
5,189 miles
CDG
Paris
France
Distance
8,351 km
5,189 mi / 4,509 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
40°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ABQ CDG
Airport Name Albuquerque International Sunport Airport Charles de Gaulle International Airport
IATA Code ABQ CDG
ICAO Code KABQ LFPG
City Albuquerque Paris
Country United States France
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Paris
Elevation 5,355 ft 392 ft
Coordinates 35.040000, -106.610000 49.010000, 2.550000

Albuquerque (ABQ) to Paris (CDG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) in Paris, France is 8,351 kilometers (5,189 miles / 4,509 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with France. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:58 in Albuquerque, it's 11:58 in Paris. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,963 feet between the two airports. Charles de Gaulle International Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Paris (CDG) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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