Air France expands its U.S. network with nonstop service between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Phoenix. The carrier is the fourth European carrier to offer direct flights to Sky Harbor Airport.
During the 2024 summer season, from its main hub Paris-Charles de Gaulle the airline provides connections to more than 200 destinations worldwide. Air France’s U.S. network also offers service to New York JFK, Newark, Boston, Chicago O’Hare, Washington–Dulles, Miami, Raleigh/Durhan, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Detroit, Atlanta, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle–Tacoma, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston and Denver.
“Adding direct service to Paris is an important milestone that demonstrates our commitment to providing convenient and efficient travel options to and from Phoenix. As our city continues to grow and become a destination for booming industries, I am confident that direct service to Paris will open up exciting possibilities for exploration and new business opportunities,” said Mayor Kate Gallego.
Paris-Phoenix flight schedule
Beginning May 23, 2024.
- Paris – Phoenix Flight AF 68 CDG 10:10 – PHX 12:10 Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
- Phoenix – Paris Flight AF 69 PHX 14:10 – CDG 09:15+1 Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
The route will be operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft with a capacity of 279 passengers (30 Business Class/21 Premium Economy/228 Economy).
The French capital is the third European link to Phoenix, complementing American Airlines and London Heathrow operations and Condor’s seasonal service to Frankfurt, The new service will also offer connections in the United States with Air France’s partner Delta, and destinations in Europe through KLM,
“Air France is delighted to announce a direct link between Arizona and Paris with our new nonstop route arriving in May. This new service, which will become the 22nd North American gateway for Air France next summer season, symbolizes our commitment to improving transatlantic travel connectivity. We look forward to soon offering Phoenix passengers an experience that embodies the best of French elegance,” said Boaz Hulsman, Air France-KLM’s North American commercial vice president.
SKy Harbor Airport offers nonstop service to 140 destinations, Phoenix’s international flights add more than $3.4 billion to the local economy each year according to the airport’s most recent economic impact study, This seasonal service will add an annual economic impact of $30 million to the Phoenix community.
See also: Air France returns to Ottawa in 2024
