Parking Charles de Gaulle Airport

Understanding the CDG Terminal Layout

Before booking your offsite parking, you must first confirm exactly which terminal your flight departs from. You can typically find this printed on your airline ticket, booking confirmation email, or boarding pass. Alternatively, you can look up your airline on the official Paris Aéroport website or app, as most carriers operate out of dedicated hubs.

• Are the terminals walkable? No. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are separated by several kilometers and are completely unwalkable to one another.

• Connections within Terminal 2: Terminal 2 is divided into multiple sub-terminals (2A to 2G). While you can walk landside between sub-terminals 2A through 2F (taking between 5 to 15 minutes), Terminal 2G is entirely isolated. You cannot walk to 2G; you must take the free airport shuttle bus N2 from Terminal 2F.

• The CDGVAL Train: The main terminals (T1, T2, T3) and the central airport transit hub (Roissypôle) are linked by the CDGVAL, which is a free automated train. It runs every few minutes from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM. During the night (1:00 AM to 4:00 AM), a replacement shuttle bus service is provided.

• Important Tip for 2027 Travel: Starting 16 March 2027, CDG is transitioning to a simplified terminal numbering system (Terminals 1–7) to make navigation easier. If you are booking flights up to a year in advance, your tickets may already display these new numbers (for example, Terminal 3 becomes Terminal 2, Terminal 2E becomes Terminal 5, and Terminal 2G becomes Terminal 7). Always cross-reference your ticket's terminal names with current airport maps before departing.

Choosing your parking options based on the terminal at Paris CDG Airport

While both shuttle and valet parking options are widely available on Parkos across CDG terminals, your travel setup and destination should dictate which one you choose. Here is how to decide:

Choose Shuttle Parking if you want to save money and travel light.

• How it works: You park your vehicle at a secure offsite lot, and a shuttle van transfers you and your luggage directly to the airport area.

• Varying transfer methods: While some shuttle partners drop you off directly at your specific departure terminal, others transfer all passengers to a central transit hub, typically Roissypôle (Terminal 3). From there, you must carry your luggage onto the free CDGVAL train to reach Terminals 1 or 2.

• Additional terminal fees: Keep in mind that while many merchants transfer to all terminals for free, some charge an extra terminal fee to transfer to more distant terminals like T1 or T2G.

• Our recommendation: Always check the specific parking merchant’s profile on Parkos before booking to verify their drop-off policy and potential extra charges. Some terminal areas can be reached more directly than others, depending on the merchant’s drop-off pattern.

Choose Valet Parking if you want speed, convenience, and direct access to the right terminal.

• How it works: Drive directly to the drop-off zone of your specific departure terminal (T1, T2, or T3). Hand your keys to a professional valet, walk straight to check-in, and have your car delivered back to your arrivals terminal on your return.

• The advantage of using the valet service: You completely bypass the CDGVAL train, airport shuttle bus transfers, and long walks with heavy luggage.

• Additional terminal fees: Keep in mind that while many merchants transfer to all terminals for free, some charge an extra terminal fee to transfer to more distant terminals like T1 or T2G.

• Highly Recommended for: Families with young children, heavy packers, travellers with reduced mobility, or those departing from complex sub-terminals (like 2E, 2F, or the isolated 2G). After booking, the correct meeting point and terminal address are shown so you know exactly where to go.