Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, named after France's former president, has been a significant hub since its opening in 1974. In 2023, it was the third-busiest airport in Europe and ninth worldwide, handling over 67 million passengers. The busiest routes included New York (JFK), Montreal (YUL), Dubai (DXB), Nice (NCE), and Barcelona (BCN).
For January 2025, Cirium data highlights the five longest non-stop routes from Paris Charles de Gaulle:
1. **Paris to Perth**: At 8,847 miles, this is the longest route operated by Qantas using Boeing 787-9s. Qantas will conduct 13 flights each way with no direct competition but several one-stop options via other carriers.