Fly to Paris

On flights to Paris from Dubai you might see some of the 37 bridges that span the River Seine and, if you’re lucky, the 324m and 81 stories high Eiffel Tower.

Exploring Paris by foot is a great way to see the fifth largest city in Europe and one of the most romantic cities in the world. Window-shopping, gastronomy and boat trips on the Seine are among the options to explore.

The gothic architecture, gourmet food, delicious wines and haute-couture fashion all contribute to Paris’ reputation as a world-class destination.

Plan your itinerary well before taking flights to Paris from Dubai as there is a wide range of things to do. Start with a visit to the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, which is lined with shops, cafés, eateries and celebrated monuments.

Another place of interest is the Ile de la Cité, the island where Paris was founded around 250BC. It's home to the Notre-Dame cathedral and many other historic sites. Then spend a day exploring the Louvre, the famed museum featuring Mona Lisa's smile and the Venus de Milo.



A visit to family favourite Disneyland Paris is a must for those arriving on flights to Paris from Dubai. The theme park is only a short train journey away, and can easily be combined with a city break.

Paris is synonymous with high fashion. Hit the shops and stock up on the latest fashions from Chanel to Kenzo. The Forum des Halles and Champs-Élysées are among the best shopping destinations.

Paris by night presents an array of entertainment options, from cabaret (such as the Moulin Rouge) to concerts, clubbing and opera, as well as theatre and ballet performances.

Fly from Abu Dhabi

On departing on your flight from Abu Dhabi to Paris, you will be leaving behind a country whch has year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, spectacular sand dunes and a pulsating cosmopolitan lifestyle.

Abu Dhabi is the largest of the seven Emirates that make up the UAE and the city of the same name is the captivating capital of the country.

The heart of this vibrant city lies just 32km east of Abu Dhabi International Airport on an island that sticks out into the bath-warm waters of the Arabian Gulf.

With its fortuitous location at the crossroads of east and west, Abu Dhabi is as appealing to travellers as a destination in its own right or as a welcome stopover point for those flying to Paris from Asia, the Far East or Australia.



Once Abu Dhabi was just a destination for business travellers, but today it is fast becoming a favourite stop-off for savvy holiday makers who appreciate its unbeatable mix of old and new, fabulous beaches and resorts, wildlife attractions and world-beating theme parks.

Known around the world for its huge oil reserves and fondness of its heritage, Abu Dhabi epitomises modern Arabia.

Places of interest in Abu Dhabi are the exuberant seven-star Emirates Palace Hotel, the majestic Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Ferrari World theme park, the historic garden city of Al Ain, the dunes of Liwa, as well as a number of museums, souqs and malls to visit.

Read our top ten things to do in Abu Dhabi guide for more ideas of what to do here.

Paris Airport

Your flight to Paris from Abu Dhabi on Etihad Airways will arrive at Paris CDG. The airport has three terminals, although Terminal 2 in essence consists of seven sub-terminals.

Paris Airport is known officially as Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, or Roissy to the French in the Paris area. Paris Airport is France's main airport and is located about 25 km northeast of Paris.

Paris Airport is the world's sixth busiest airport and Europe's second busiest airport (after London Heathrow) in terms of passengers. In 2009, the airport handled nearly 58 million passengers and 525,000 aircraft movements.

Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class passengers can make use of the facilities and refreshments in the American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge in Terminal 2A.

• Airport Code - CDG
• Airport Name - Charles De Gaulle
• City - Paris
• Country - France
• Country Abbrev - FR
• Time Zone - GMT +1
• Telephone +33 1 48 621212

Abu Dhabi Airport

When you leave on your flight from Abu Dhabi to Paris you will be flying from Abu Dhabi airport’s Terminal 3, Etihad Airway’s elegant and purpose-built terminal. Our Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class lounges offer a world of comfort, style and convenience to our premium passengers.

The airport is the gateway to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. On-going redevelopment work at Abu Dhabi airport has significantly enhanced the experience for passengers and has allowed Etihad to increase the number of its flights to Paris from Abu Dhabi.

Terminal 3 at Abu Dhabi airport was opened in February 2009, increasing the airport's passenger handling capacity from five to 12 million passengers a year.

The first phase of a Midfield Terminal Complex is due for completion in the next few years and will take the airport's handling capacity to 20 million passengers. Abu Dhabi airport will be capable of handling 40 million passengers by 2030, when the project is completed.

• Airport Code - AUH
• Airport Name - Abu Dhabi International
• City - Abu Dhabi
• Country - United Arab Emirates
• Country Abbrev - AE
• Time Zone - GMT +4
• Telephone +971 2-5757500