Airport Comparison
| CDG | PMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Charles de Gaulle International Airport | Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport |
| IATA Code | CDG | PMD |
| ICAO Code | LFPG | KPMD |
| City | Paris | Palmdale |
| Country | France | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 392 ft | 2,543 ft |
| Coordinates | 49.010000, 2.550000 | 34.630000, -118.080000 |
Paris (CDG) to Palmdale (PMD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) in Paris, France to Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States is 9,023 kilometers (5,606 miles / 4,872 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.
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 United States. 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 01:15 in Paris, it's 16:15 in Palmdale. With a 9-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 2,151 feet between the two airports. Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport sits higher than Charles de Gaulle International Airport.
The return flight from Palmdale (PMD) to Paris (CDG) follows a heading of 35° (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 Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.