SFO CDG

San Francisco to Paris awards.

5,569 miles · ~11h 06m estimated flight time

About this route

Airlines serving both San Francisco and Paris include British Airways, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and 16 more. Compare 1 loyalty program to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 70,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.

Award pricing comparison

Program Economy Business First
Flying Blue 70,000 105,000 —

Published one-way award prices for SFO–CDG. Actual pricing may vary by date, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.

Award chart data last updated 12 September 2026.

Airlines serving these airports

These carriers serve both SFO and CDG, non-stop or via a connecting hub.

Best programs for this route

Flying Blue

Biz: 105,000 pts
Economy: 70,000 · Business: 105,000

When award seats open on this route

British Airways ~355d Verified Feb 2024
Qatar Airways ~361d Verified Jan 2026
Cathay Pacific ~360d Verified Jan 2025
Iberia ~360d Verified Jan 2025
Japan Airlines ~360d Verified Jun 2025
JetBlue ~331d Verified Dec 2024
United Airlines ~337d Verified Mar 2026
TAP Air Portugal ~360d Verified Jan 2025
Aer Lingus ~355d Verified Jan 2025
Alaska Airlines ~331d Verified Dec 2024
American Airlines ~331d Verified Mar 2026
Emirates ~330d Verified May 2025
Turkish Airlines ~354d Verified Jan 2025
ANA ~355d Verified Jun 2025
Lufthansa ~360d own metal / ~85d partner Verified Jan 2025
Air France ~359d Verified Jun 2025
KLM ~359d Verified Jun 2025

Booking tips

  • Flying Blue offers the cheapest economy award at 70,000 points
  • Best business class value: Flying Blue at 105,000 points
  • Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
  • Compare programs before transferring — prices vary significantly between loyalty currencies

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Frequently asked questions

How many points to fly from San Francisco to Paris?

The cheapest option is Flying Blue starting at 70,000 points in economy.

What is the cheapest business class from San Francisco to Paris with points?

Flying Blue offers business class for 105,000 points one-way.

Which loyalty programs can I use for SFO to CDG?

You can book this route with Flying Blue. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.

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