Travelling from Bern Airport (BRN) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bern (the location of Bern Airport).
To avoid rushing for your BRN to Paris flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from BRN to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Heraklion Airport (HER)
BRN is about 3 miles from central Bern. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BRN? If you're catching an early flight from Bern Airport to Paris, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bern Airport (BRN) to Paris
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bern Airport to Paris flight is £167. The cheapest price for a return flight is £654. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BRN to Paris, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bern Airport to Paris throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from BRN to Paris.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Bern Airport to Paris by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 17 miles. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bern Airport to Paris. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from BRN to Paris.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is about 12 miles from the centre of Paris. After your flight from Bern Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 55 minutes or so.
Following your BRN to Paris flight, unwind at a hotel close to ORY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from ORY one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 55 miles from central Paris. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Bern Airport to Paris.
The journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes using public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to BVA and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late BRN to Paris flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from BVA around three weeks ahead of your flight from Bern Airport to Paris. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Plan your trip to Paris during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Bern Airport to Paris in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Bern Airport to Paris plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BRN to Paris around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bern Airport to Paris, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
Paris will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. Around 240 miles south-east of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Nantes is another standout destination in France and is around 210 miles south-west of Paris. No journey is complete without seeing Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.