Cheap Flights from Paris to Porto — and Why Everyone’s Going
I nearly talked myself out of booking it. The fare was €27 on a Tuesday in February — so cheap I assumed I’d misread it or there was a catch hiding in the fine print. There wasn’t. I was sitting on the Ribeira riverfront eating a pastel de nata and watching the Dom Luís I bridge glow in the afternoon light less than three hours after leaving Paris. Cheap flights from Paris to Porto are that simple, and that good.
Here’s the short version. One-way fares start at around €25, a return trip for under €100 is genuinely easy to find in the quiet months, and the flight itself is only about 2 hours 10 minutes. The route has four carriers fighting over the same seats — Ryanair, easyJet, Transavia France and TAP Air Portugal — which keeps prices honest all year round.
What most people get wrong is the airport. Paris has three departure points for Porto and the cheapest headline fare isn’t always the cheapest once you’ve counted the bus to Beauvais. That’s the first thing to sort out. Below: the cheapest months, the carrier comparison, the airport-by-airport breakdown, and the booking tricks that reliably shave €20 to €40 off the fare.
Check live prices for your exact dates before you read on — the calendar widget below shows the cheapest days at a glance.
Best Time to Fly from Paris to Porto
The route has a clear rhythm. Summer is popular and pricey; winter is the bargain season, and spring shoulder months hit the sweet spot of low price and good weather.
| Month | Typical one-way fare | Weather in Porto | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | €25–€45 | Mild, 8–14 °C, some rain | Cheapest of the year |
| February | €25–€45 | Mild, 9–15 °C | Joint cheapest, book fast |
| March | €35–€65 | Mild, 11–17 °C | Good value, city alive |
| April | €40–€70 | Warm, 13–19 °C | Shoulder-season sweet spot |
| May | €45–€80 | Warm, 16–22 °C | Beautiful weather, fair prices |
| June | €55–€100 | Warm, 19–25 °C | Busy, prices rising |
| July | €75–€140 | Hot, 22–28 °C | Peak summer, book early |
| August | €75–€145 | Hot, 22–29 °C | Highest prices of the year |
| September | €50–€85 | Warm, 19–25 °C | Shoulder sweet spot, still sunny |
| October | €40–€70 | Mild, 15–21 °C | Great value, comfortable heat |
| November | €28–€50 | Mild, 11–16 °C | Cheap, quieter, atmospheric |
| December | €30–€80 | Cool, 8–14 °C | Cheap early in month, spikes at Christmas |
The pattern to remember: January, February and November are your best shots at the lowest fares. If you want sun and cheap, October is the standout — you’ll usually find the Miradouro da Serra do Pilar pleasantly warm and the crowds thinner than in summer. August is expensive and busy; book at least ten to twelve weeks out if that’s when you have to go.
Airlines on the Paris–Porto Route
Four carriers operate the route, each with a different balance of price, included bags and departure airport.
| Airline | Paris airport | From (one-way) | Bag included | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | Beauvais (BVA) | ~€20 | Small personal item | Lowest headline fares |
| easyJet | CDG and Orly | ~€35 | Carry-on bag | Central airports, bag included |
| Transavia France | Orly (ORY) | ~€30 | Carry-on bag | Orly departures, frequent sales |
| TAP Air Portugal | CDG | ~€70 | Carry-on + meals | Full service, onward connections |
Ryanair
Ryanair’s fares from Paris Beauvais to Porto are regularly the cheapest headline price on the route — but Beauvais is 85 km north of Paris. The dedicated Beauvais shuttle coach from Porte Maillot runs for around €17 to €20 and takes 75 to 90 minutes depending on traffic. Do the maths before you book: if easyJet or Transavia is only €10 more from Orly, and you save an hour each way, the real-terms saving evaporates. When Ryanair is genuinely €30 or more cheaper, it’s worth it.
easyJet
easyJet flies to Porto from both CDG and Orly and includes a carry-on bag in most fares. It’s the most flexible choice for passengers in northern Paris (CDG via RER B) or southern Paris (Orly via Orlyval). Sale fares dip to around €35 and you won’t pay extra to bring a proper cabin bag, which is the hidden advantage over Ryanair.
Transavia France
Transavia is Air France’s low-cost arm and operates heavily out of Orly, making it the natural pick for anyone on the southern side of Paris. The fares match or slightly undercut easyJet, a carry-on bag is included, and Orly’s OrlyVal train keeps the airport transfer swift. Transavia also runs regular flash sales that are worth setting an alert for.
TAP Air Portugal
TAP is typically the most expensive option but includes meals, a larger carry-on allowance and more legroom. It earns Miles&Go points and is the right choice if you’re connecting onward in Porto or want a more comfortable journey. On sale, TAP occasionally matches easyJet prices.
Which Paris Airport Is Actually Cheapest?
The airport you depart from can change your total cost by €30 or more before you even land.
Paris Beauvais (BVA)
The home of Ryanair’s cheapest fares. The trade-off is distance: the shuttle coach from Porte Maillot is around €17 to €20 each way and takes 75 to 90 minutes. If you’re travelling light and Ryanair is significantly cheaper, Beauvais works well. If the fare difference is under €20, stick to Orly or CDG.
Paris Orly (ORY)
Orly is the natural base for easyJet and Transavia from the south of Paris. The Orlyval light rail connects to the RER B at Antony station in under 30 minutes for around €13. Once at CDG-Antony, you’re on the RER B network. Orly handles Porto flights smoothly, with good domestic connections from southern France via connecting trains.
Paris CDG (Charles de Gaulle)
CDG is the most central for north and east Paris and handles easyJet’s northern flights and all TAP departures. The RER B from Gare du Nord or Châtelet takes around 35 minutes to the CDG terminals for about €12. If you’re already in northern Paris it’s the most practical choice.
The door-to-door truth
A €25 Ryanair fare from Beauvais, plus a €18 coach, is €43 before you’ve left France. A €38 Transavia fare from Orly, plus a €13 Orlyval, is €51 all-in — with a bag included and an hour of your life saved each way. The gap is smaller than the headline fare suggests. Add your bag costs and be honest about your journey time to the airport.
- One-way fares from ~€25 in quiet months
- Four competing carriers keep prices low
- Short 2h10 flight
- Multiple Paris departure points
- Frequent flash sales from Transavia and easyJet
- Ryanair's Beauvais is 85 km from Paris
- Bag fees can significantly raise the final price
- Summer fares climb steeply from June
- Flash sales disappear within 48–72 hours
The Live Price Calendar
Use the calendar to find the cheapest days in your target month — green dates are the ones to book.
Seven Ways to Pay Less on Paris to Porto Flights
- Search all three Paris airports together in the flight search above — the same dates can differ by €30 between Beauvais and CDG.
- Fly midweek. Tuesday and Wednesday fares routinely beat Friday and Sunday by €15 to €30.
- Set price alerts on Transavia and easyJet. Flash sales on this route cut fares by 30 to 50 percent but last only 48 to 72 hours.
- Book six to eight weeks ahead for off-peak, ten to twelve weeks for July, August and French school holiday weeks.
- Travel carry-on only. A checked bag adds €20 to €45 each way — on a €35 fare that’s more than doubling your cost.
- Consider the April and October shoulder months: reliable sun in Porto, fares a third cheaper than summer.
- Mix carriers for the round trip if the prices work — a Transavia outbound and an easyJet return, or vice versa, often saves €15 to €25.
Get connected the moment you land in Porto
Porto’s Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is compact and easy. The Metro Line E (Violeta) runs directly from the arrivals hall to the city centre in about 25 minutes for around €2. It’s one of the best airport metro connections in Portugal, so skip the taxis unless you have a lot of luggage. Pick up an Andante card at the airport metro station for €0.60 and load whatever credit you need.
French and EU SIM roaming works in Portugal — you won’t face extra charges if you’re on a plan that covers EU roaming. But if you’re travelling with a non-EU SIM or want to avoid using your data allowance, a travel eSIM loaded before departure keeps you mapped and connected from the moment you land.
- Activate before you fly — data works on arrival
- Plans for 200+ countries from a few dollars
- Keep your number; no physical SIM swap
Planning where to sleep once you arrive? Our hotel guides cover the best areas and the best-value places to stay in Porto.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Porto?
January, February and November are the cheapest months, with one-way fares regularly around €25 to €45. Demand drops significantly after the New Year and again in late autumn, and prices follow. March, April and October are also good value with mild weather in Porto. Avoid July and August for the lowest prices — summer demand pushes fares well above €70 one-way.
How long is the flight from Paris to Porto?
Direct flights from Paris CDG, Orly or Beauvais to Porto take around 2 hours 10 minutes. All four carriers on the route operate non-stop services, so you won’t need a connection. The frequency is high enough that you can usually find a departure time that fits your schedule without paying a premium for the most convenient slot.
Which airlines fly from Paris to Porto?
Ryanair (from Beauvais), easyJet (CDG and Orly), Transavia France (Orly) and TAP Air Portugal (CDG) all fly the route. Budget carriers dominate, which keeps fares competitive year-round. TAP is the only full-service option and is typically more expensive, but occasionally matches budget fares during sales.
Is Beauvais airport worth it for cheap Paris to Porto flights?
Sometimes. Ryanair’s Beauvais fares are often the cheapest headline price, but the Beauvais shuttle coach from Porte Maillot costs around €17 to €20 and takes 75 to 90 minutes each way. Factor that cost and time in before assuming Beauvais wins. If the fare difference is under €20, Orly or CDG is usually the better overall deal.
When should I book Paris to Porto flights?
Book six to eight weeks ahead for off-peak travel (autumn and winter) and ten to twelve weeks for summer and French school holiday periods. Set price alerts on Transavia and easyJet — both run flash sales lasting 48 to 72 hours that can cut fares by 30 to 50 percent. Flexibility of even one or two days on departure can save €20 to €40.
Is Porto worth a long weekend trip from Paris?
Completely. With flight times under 2.5 hours and fares as low as €25 one-way in the quiet months, Porto is one of the most accessible city breaks from Paris. The Ribeira riverfront, the hand-painted azulejo tiles of São Bento station, the famous Livraria Lello bookshop, the Dom Luís I bridge views and Porto’s exceptional pastry and café culture make it an easy, rewarding destination for a three-night trip.
Book Your Paris to Porto Flight
That €27 fare in February turned into one of my favourite city breaks. The city rewards you fast — a short metro ride from the airport, a plate of pastéis de nata beside the Douro, the view from the top of the Clérigos tower at golden hour. None of it requires weeks of planning or a big budget. Cheap flights from Paris to Porto exist year-round, but the best ones don’t wait around. Check the calendar, set an alert if the price isn’t right today, and lock in the fare before it climbs.
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