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🇫🇷 Paris Taxi Fare Calculator 2026
Official Prefecture de Police tariffs — CDG & Orly mandatory flat rates explained
Base Fare
€3.80
Per KM
€1.10
Tariff A (day)
CDG Flat
€50–55
fixed by law
Paris Fare Rates (2026)
| Tariff | When | Per km |
|---|---|---|
| Tariff A (standard) | Mon–Sat 10am–5pm, Paris city | €1.10 |
| Tariff B (evening/weekend) | Mon–Sat 5pm–10am, Sundays, suburbs | €1.38 |
| Tariff C (night/airports) | Night, public holidays, airport zones | €1.71 |
Mandatory Flat Rates (2026)
| Route | Fixed Fare |
|---|---|
| CDG Airport → Paris Right Bank (1st–11th) | €50 |
| CDG Airport → Paris Left Bank (12th–20th) | €55 |
| Orly Airport → Paris Left Bank | €32 |
| Orly Airport → Paris Right Bank | €37 |
Popular Routes
| Route | Dist | Taxi (est.) | Uber |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDG Airport → Eiffel Tower | ~38 km | €55 (flat) | €45–€65 |
| Gare du Nord → Louvre | ~4 km | €12–€18 | €10–€15 |
| Eiffel Tower → Montmartre | ~7 km | €18–€26 | €15–€22 |
| Orly → Champs-Élysées | ~25 km | €37 (flat) | €30–€45 |
💡 CDG and Orly flat rates are mandatory since 2016 — the driver cannot charge more. Confirm the flat rate before you get in.
Money-saving tips
- RER B train from CDG to central Paris costs just €11.80 — 35 min to Châtelet.
- The Orlyval + RER B combo from Orly to central Paris costs €13.40.
- Uber is typically 15–25% cheaper than metered taxis during non-surge times.
- Bolt is available in Paris and often cheaper than Uber — check both before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CDG to Paris taxi fare really flat?
Yes — €50 (Right Bank) or €55 (Left Bank) mandatory flat rates have applied by law since 2016, regardless of traffic.
Yes — €50 (Right Bank) or €55 (Left Bank) mandatory flat rates have applied by law since 2016, regardless of traffic.
What are Paris's three taxi tariffs?
Tariff A (€1.10/km, weekday daytime), Tariff B (€1.38/km, evenings/weekends), and Tariff C (€1.71/km, nights and airport zones).
Tariff A (€1.10/km, weekday daytime), Tariff B (€1.38/km, evenings/weekends), and Tariff C (€1.71/km, nights and airport zones).
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi in Paris?
Usually 15–25% cheaper outside surge periods, though CDG/Orly flat-rate taxis can be more predictable for airport transfers.
Usually 15–25% cheaper outside surge periods, though CDG/Orly flat-rate taxis can be more predictable for airport transfers.