The flight distance from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) in Paris, France to El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico is 9,040 kilometers (5,617 miles / 4,881 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:51 in Paris, it's 00:51 in Xalapa. With a 7-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 2,735 feet between the two airports. El Lencero Airport sits higher than Charles de Gaulle International Airport.

The return flight from Xalapa (JAL) to Paris (CDG) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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