Air France will launch flights to Orlando

Orlando in Air France's Route Network This Summer

Air France has announced the first new destinations to be added to its summer 2025 schedule. Starting May 21, the French carrier will launch flights between Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris and Orlando, Florida, in the United States. Orlando will become Air France’s 18th destination in the U.S. and the 25th in its North American network, joining routes to Atlanta, Boston, Cancun, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Miami, Montreal, Minneapolis, New York (JFK), Newark, Ottawa, Phoenix, Quebec City, Raleigh-Durham, San Francisco, Toronto, Seattle, Vancouver, and Washington, D.C.

Flight Schedule

Flights from Paris to Orlando will operate four times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The route will be served by Airbus A350-900 aircraft, featuring 324 seats across three classes. Business Class will offer 34 seats, Premium Economy will have 24, and Economy Class will provide 266 seats. Flight AF096 is scheduled to depart Paris (CDG) at 5:05 PM and arrive in Orlando at 8:45 PM. The return flight, AF097, will depart Orlando at 11:00 PM and arrive in Paris (CDG) at 1:30 PM the following day.

What Is Orlando Famous For?

Orlando is known as the world capital of theme parks. The city, with a population of over 320,000, is located in Central Florida in Orange County. Its fame is largely due to its iconic theme parks, which attract tens of millions of tourists annually. Additionally, Orlando offers a rich cultural scene, including museums and art galleries. The city is also home to the John F. Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral, where visitors can learn about the history of space exploration and even witness rocket launches.

New Air France Routes for the Winter Schedule

Before the spring launch of the Orlando route, Air France will expand its global network this winter with three other long-haul destinations: Kilimanjaro, Salvador de Bahia, and Manila.