Flying from Paris to Santander Airport (SDR): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Paris to Santander Airport (SDR), there's a good selection of airports you can depart from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are Paris's main options.
Santander (where Santander Airport is located) and Paris share the UTC+1 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
To ensure you get on your flight from Paris to SDR, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Paris to SDR. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
CDG is around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Paris to Santander Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Split up your flight from Paris to Santander Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and SDR include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
You can reach ORY from central Paris in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 19 kms (12 miles) or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to SDR flight:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 75.56%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Get there with one smooth ride from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). Direct flights from Paris to Santander Airport are available from here.
Ryanair is one trusted airline that offers direct Paris to SDR plane tickets from BVA.
Ryanair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from BVA to SDR.
Ryanair is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 88 kms (55 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Paris to Santander Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that depart from BVA arrive at their final stop as scheduled 66.39% of the time.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Santander Airport (SDR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Santander Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SDR:
Pick up a Santander Airport rental car and discover Santander and beyond with your own set of wheels. Click and Rent, Goldcar and OK Mobility are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Paris to Santander Airport flight.
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
Santander Airport to central Santander is roughly 3 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Santander Airport (SDR)
Right now, £28 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Santander Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £53. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Paris to SDR, book your plane ticket 11 months before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Paris to Santander Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Santander Airport (SDR)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Paris to Santander Airport (SDR). August is when most people visit Santander. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
The warmest month in Santander is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Paris to SDR plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Santander Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Santander
Start your Santander trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Santander Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of things to do in Santander when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Camino de Santiago en Santander followed by Plaza de la Constitución and Playa Primera de El Sardinero.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Santander, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Journey around 153 kms (95 miles) south-east to Logroño to tick off its top attractions. From Camino de Santiago Park to Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Spain, head for Irun, about 161 kms (100 miles) east of Santander. Via verde del Bidasoa, Castillo de Gazteluzar and Artia Parkea are key highlights.