Paris (Charles de Gaulle, CDG) has direct connections from Delhi and Mumbai, plus reliable 1-stop options via the Gulf on Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad from every major Indian metro. Base round-trip flight from India: USD 550. Fares vary by city and season. Below are realistic return fares as of June 2026.
Delhi → Paris
~9h direct (Air India, Air France) · or 12–15h 1-stop
₹42,000 – ₹70,000
Air India, Air France, Gulf carriers · return
Mumbai → Paris
~10h direct (Air France) · or 12–16h 1-stop
₹44,000 – ₹72,000
Air France, Emirates, Qatar Airways · return
Bangalore → Paris
~13–17h 1-stop (Dubai/Doha/Abu Dhabi)
₹48,000 – ₹78,000
Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad · return
Chennai → Paris
~14–17h 1-stop via Gulf
₹48,000 – ₹78,000
Emirates, Qatar Airways · return
💡 Pro tip: Book 3–4 months ahead for the best fares — European summer (Jun–Aug) sells out early. Air India and Air France run non-stop Delhi–Paris (CDG) flights, the fastest option. Use the Factvisit Flight Price Calendar to spot cheaper windows. January–March offers the lowest fares.
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Hotel Cost in Paris
PER NIGHT
Paris hotel rooms run small and prices high compared to Southeast Asia. Hotel cost is 40% of the daily rate in our calculator. A budget stay runs ₹5,900/night; mid-range ₹8,500/night per room; comfortable ₹13,500/night.
BUDGET
₹4,000–₹7,500
per night · per room
Hostels (private room) & 2★ hotels
Small rooms, shared or en-suite bath
Breakfast often extra
Metro-accessible, outer arrondissements
Best areas: Belleville, Bastille, Canal St-Martin
MID-RANGE ★
₹8,000–₹15,000
per night · most popular
3–4★ boutique hotel
AC (rare in older buildings), en-suite
Breakfast often included
Central location, walk to sights
Best areas: Le Marais, Saint-Germain, Opéra
COMFORTABLE
₹13,000–₹45,000
per night
4–5★ hotel · spacious rooms
Concierge & room service
Spa, bar, Eiffel Tower views
Best areas: Champs-Élysées, Trocadéro, Île Saint-Louis
₹45K+ = palace hotels (Ritz, Plaza Athénée)
Generator Paris
Canal Saint-Martin · social hostel
★★★
₹4,500–₹7,000/night
Hôtel Bachaumont
Montorgueil · boutique design
★★★★
₹22,000–₹32,000/night
Hôtel Le Narcisse Blanc
Near Eiffel Tower · spa & views
★★★★★
₹35,000–₹55,000/night
Ibis Budget / Première Classe
Various — outer Paris chains
★★
₹4,000–₹6,500/night
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Food Cost in Paris
PER DAY
Food is 30% of the daily rate per person in our calculator. Budget travellers spend ₹1,750/day on boulangerie-and-supermarket meals; mid-range ₹2,500/day mixing cafés and bistros; comfortable ₹4,000/day with sit-down dinners.
Meal type
What you get
Cost (₹)
Boulangerie breakfast
Croissant, pain au chocolat, coffee
₹250–₹450
Café lunch (formule)
Set menu — starter + main or dessert
₹1,200–₹1,900
Bistro dinner
Steak frites, onion soup, house wine
₹1,800–₹3,200
Indian restaurant
Dal, naan, curry — full meal
₹1,300–₹2,200
Supermarket picnic
Baguette, cheese, charcuterie, fruit
₹500–₹900
Michelin-starred dining
Tasting menu, wine pairing
₹12,000–₹30,000
Total per day — budget (bakery + supermarket)
₹1,200–₹1,900
Total per day — mid-range mix
₹2,200–₹3,500
For Indian vegetarians: French cuisine is meat-and-cheese heavy, but Paris has a large Indian and South Asian community — La Chapelle ("Little India") near Gare du Nord has authentic vegetarian thalis. Falafel in Le Marais and crêperies are reliable backups.
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Activities & Experiences Cost
PER ACTIVITY
Activity
Location
Cost per person (₹)
Notes
Louvre Museum
1st arrondissement
₹1,600–₹1,900
Book timed entry online
Eiffel Tower (summit)
7th arrondissement
₹2,400–₹3,200
Lift to top, book weeks ahead
Musée d'Orsay
7th arrondissement
₹1,400–₹1,700
Impressionist collection
Palace of Versailles
Day trip, RER C
₹2,800–₹3,600
Palace + gardens pass
Seine River Cruise
Central Paris
₹1,200–₹2,200
1hr sightseeing cruise
Arc de Triomphe (climb)
Champs-Élysées
₹1,100–₹1,400
Rooftop viewpoint
Montmartre walking tour
18th arrondissement
₹1,300–₹2,000
Guided, 2–3hrs
Paris Catacombs
14th arrondissement
₹1,600–₹2,100
Book ahead, long queues
Moulin Rouge show
Pigalle
₹9,500–₹16,000
With champagne
Disneyland Paris (day)
Marne-la-Vallée
₹6,500–₹8,500
1-day, 1-park ticket
Paris Museum Pass (4-day)
50+ museums & monuments
₹6,500–₹7,200
Skip most ticket lines
Schengen Visa for Indians: Unlike Bali or Thailand, France requires Indians to apply for a Schengen visa in advance — there is no visa-on-arrival. Standard short-stay visa fee is ~₹8,000–₹9,000 per person, plus mandatory travel insurance. Apply at least 4–6 weeks ahead.
⚠ Schengen visa required in advanceVisa fee: ~₹8,500
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Paris Budget Calculator
GET YOUR PERSONALISED PARIS BUDGET
Uses the exact same data and formula as the Factvisit Trip Budget Planner — Paris daily rates: Budget USD 70 · Mid USD 100 · Comfort USD 160 · Luxury USD 300. Exchange rate: ₹84.5/USD.
Same calculation as the homepage Trip Budget Planner. Includes flights, accommodation (1 room per 2 pax), food & drinks, local transport, activities, and Schengen insurance/visa buffer. 8% miscellaneous buffer added.
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Best Time to Visit Paris (By Budget)
Month
Weather
Flights
Hotels
Verdict
Jan
Cold · 3–8°C
✅ Cheapest
Low
Best value, sales season
Feb
Cold · quiet
✅ Low
Low
Good value
Mar
Mild · cool
Low
Low-Mid
Great value, blossoms start
Apr
✅ Mild · pleasant
Mid
Mid
Excellent — spring in bloom
May
✅ Mild · sunny
Mid
Mid
Excellent
Jun
Warm · long days
High
High
Great weather, book early
Jul
Hot · very busy
High
High
Peak — crowded & pricey
Aug
Hot · locals away
High
High
Peak — some shops close
Sep
✅ Mild · fewer crowds
Mid
Mid
Great — best all-round month
Oct
Cool · pleasant
Mid
Mid
Great value
Nov
Cold · rainy
Low
Low
Good value, fewer queues
Dec
Cold · festive
High (Christmas)
High
Magical but expensive
Best time for Indian travellers on a budget: January–March or November (quiet, cheapest flights and hotels). Best weather-to-crowd ratio: April–May or September–October. Avoid July–August and Christmas week unless you book 3+ months ahead.
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Book Paris Hotels
Compare prices across booking platforms. Booking.com has the widest Paris selection with flexible cancellation; Hotels.com rewards frequent bookers with free nights.
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BEST FOR PARIS DEALS
Booking.com
15,000+ Paris properties. Free cancellation on most. Genius loyalty discounts. Best for boutique hotels near the Marais and Saint-Germain.
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Travel Insurance for Schengen
Insurance is included in our calculator at max(₹2,535, days×₹254) per person — but for France, it's not optional. Schengen visa rules require proof of travel insurance with a minimum of €30,000 (~₹27.5 lakh) medical coverage before your visa can be approved.
⚠️ Important: Your policy must explicitly cover the full Schengen area, include repatriation, and be valid for your entire trip dates. Most Indian insurers now issue Schengen-compliant certificates automatically — check this before buying.
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SCHENGEN-COMPLIANT
Bajaj Allianz
Popular travel insurance for Indian travellers. €50,000+ medical cover, trip cancellation, baggage loss. Certificate accepted by French consulates.
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Compare 10+ Indian travel insurers with Schengen-compliant plans in one place. Filter by cover amount, trip length. Instant certificate for visa filing.
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eSIM & Connectivity in Paris
A Europe-wide eSIM is the easiest option since it also covers day trips to neighbouring countries. Activating before landing means data connectivity from touchdown at CDG. Local SIMs (Orange, SFR) at the airport cost ~₹900–₹1,400 for 7 days.
Option
Data
Cost (₹)
Best for
Airalo eSIM (Europe)
5 GB / 7 days
₹1,100–₹1,600
Short trips, multi-country
Holafly eSIM (unlimited)
Unlimited / 7 days
₹2,200–₹3,200
Heavy data users
Local SIM (Orange/SFR)
20 GB / 7 days
₹900–₹1,400
Long stays, best speed
Your Indian roaming pack
Varies
₹2,000–₹4,000
Last resort only
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INSTANT ACTIVATION
Airalo eSIM
Buy and install before you fly. Works on all eSIM-compatible phones (iPhone XS+, most Android 2020+). Europe-wide plans cover France plus 30+ countries. No physical SIM swap needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 7-night Paris trip cost from India per person?
Using our calculator (same as the Factvisit Trip Budget Planner), a 7-night trip from Delhi for 2 people costs approximately ₹85,000/person (budget), ₹1,15,000/person (mid-range), or ₹1,95,000/person (comfortable). This includes return flights, accommodation, food, transport, activities, and Schengen-compliant insurance.
Is Paris expensive for Indian travellers?
Yes, relative to Southeast Asia — Paris is one of the pricier European capitals. A mid-range meal costs ₹1,200–₹1,900. Paris's daily cost index on our platform is USD 100 for mid-range travel, roughly 1.5x Bali's USD 65 and higher than most Southeast Asian destinations, but similar to or slightly below London.
Do Indians need a visa for Paris?
Yes — Indians need a Schengen short-stay visa arranged in advance through VFS Global/France-Visas; there is no visa-on-arrival. Fee is approximately €90 (~₹8,500) per adult. Processing typically takes 15 working days but can extend to 30 during peak season, so apply at least 4–6 weeks before travel.
What is the best time to visit Paris from India?
For weather-to-crowd balance: April–May or September–October. For budget: January–March or November (off-peak, cheapest flights and hotels). Avoid July–August and the Christmas/New Year week if on a budget — prices spike 40–70%.
Which airport in Paris handles flights from India?
Most flights land at Charles de Gaulle Airport (IATA: CDG), 25km northeast of central Paris. Some connecting itineraries route through Orly (ORY). RER B train to central Paris costs ~₹950 (€10.30); airport taxis run ₹5,000–₹6,500 (€55–70).
Can I find vegetarian / Indian food in Paris?
Yes. La Chapelle near Gare du Nord is Paris's "Little India" with authentic thalis and South Indian food. Falafel shops in Le Marais and crêperies (buckwheat galettes) are reliable vegetarian backups elsewhere in the city.
How much spending money do I need per day in Paris?
Our calculator uses: Budget USD 70/day (~₹5,915), Mid-range USD 100/day (~₹8,450), Comfortable USD 160/day (~₹13,520), Luxury USD 300/day (~₹25,350) per person. This includes all ground expenses — food, local transport, accommodation, and activities.