Charles
de Gaulle is the main international gateway to France and one of
the busiest airports in Europe only second to Heathrow in London.
The airport is a modern aviation facility and has three passenger
terminals. It is the main hub of the Country’s national airline
Air France. The airport is located about 24 kms from the Paris
City Centre. Scheduled flights from Charles de Gaulle link Paris
to major cities and towns around the world.
Major airlines:
Air France, Air Europa, Air China, Air Malta,
Air Moldova, Aer Lingus, Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Gulf
Air, Icelandair, Lithuanian Airlines, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines,
Pakistan International, Kuwait Airways, Singapore Airlines,
Thai Airways, Varig, Air India, South African Airways, Air
Austral, Cathay Pacific, Air Algerie, British Airways, KLM,
Alitalia, Japan Airlines and EasyJet.
Services at the Airport:
There is a range of quality services and facilities
for passengers at the Charles de Gaulle; restaurants, gift
shops, duty free shops, information desks, exchange bureaus,
banking services, pubs and lounge areas. The Hilton hotel situated
within the airport is located near the RER station.
To and from the airport:
Transport options from the airport include car
hire, taxi, bus and coaches. There is also a railway line linking
the airport to the City Centre with stops near the three terminal
buildings.