Arriving early, facing a long layover, or want to explore Paris for a few hours without dragging your suitcase around? Knowing where you can safely leave your bags at Charles de Gaulle saves a surprising amount of stress. This guide explains where luggage storage is at CDG, how much it costs, the opening hours and security checks, and when it is smarter to store your bags in central Paris instead — so you can plan around your terminal and your onward journey.
Is there luggage storage at Paris CDG airport?
Yes — Charles de Gaulle has a staffed left-luggage service in Terminal 2, run by the specialist operator Bagages du Monde. It is located at the Terminal 2 train station (the TGV/RER "Gare" level), so it is easy to reach from any Terminal 2 hall and from the CDGVAL shuttle. There is no self-service left-luggage counter inside Terminal 1 or Terminal 3, so if you land or fly from those terminals you take the free CDGVAL train to Terminal 2 to drop off or collect your bags. All items are X-ray screened and logged, so you cannot simply leave a bag unattended anywhere in the airport.
Luggage storage at CDG in brief
If you only remember a few things, make them these:
- Where: Terminal 2, at the TGV/RER station level (near the CDGVAL station, opposite the Sheraton hotel).
- Hours: typically open daily, roughly 07:00–21:00 — plan your drop-off and pick-up inside that window.
- Price: expect around €6 for a few hours and roughly €12–€20 per 24 hours for a standard suitcase, with a lower daily rate for longer stays.
- Bring ID: a passport or national ID card is required to use the service.
- Not in T1 or T3: take the free CDGVAL shuttle to Terminal 2 if you are based in another terminal.
Where to store your bags at CDG, terminal by terminal
The airport's left-luggage facility is centralised in Terminal 2, which is where the train station, the CDGVAL hub and most of the long-haul traffic are. The table below shows what is available and how to reach it from each terminal.
| Terminal | Left-luggage on site? | How to get there |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 | No | Take the free CDGVAL automatic shuttle to Terminal 2 (a few minutes) |
| Terminal 2 (2A–2G) | Yes — at the TGV/RER station level | Walk from any 2 hall, or ride CDGVAL to the "Terminal 2" stop |
| Terminal 3 | No | Take the free CDGVAL shuttle to Terminal 2 (a few minutes) |
Terminal 2 (TGV/RER station)
The left-luggage office sits on the station level of Terminal 2, close to where the RER B and TGV trains arrive and next to the CDGVAL people-mover stop. That makes it convenient whether you are coming off a train from the city or connecting between the 2A–2G halls. Staff check your ID, X-ray each bag, tag it with a barcode and store it in a monitored room; you get a receipt to reclaim it. The same operator also handles extras such as luggage wrapping, parcel shipping and seasonal storage.
Terminals 1 and 3
Neither Terminal 1 nor Terminal 3 has its own left-luggage desk. The good news is that the free CDGVAL shuttle links all terminals in a few minutes and runs around the clock, so leaving a bag is still easy — just build in the short transfer to Terminal 2 and back. If you are flying out of T1 or T3, drop your bag at T2 first, then ride CDGVAL back to your check-in.
How much luggage storage costs at CDG
Prices depend on how long you leave the bag and its size; oversize or special items (bikes, skis, golf bags, musical instruments) cost more. Rates change, so treat the figures below as a typical guide and confirm on the day.
| Duration | Typical price (standard suitcase) |
|---|---|
| A few hours | Around €6 |
| Up to 24 hours | Roughly €12–€20 |
| Several days | Per-day rate falls the longer you store |
| Oversize / special items | Higher, quoted on arrival |
If you are storing a bag for several days, ask about the multi-day rate — the daily charge usually drops after the first few days. For a single short stop between flights, the airport service is the most convenient option because you never leave the airport.
Luggage storage in central Paris (city alternatives)
If your plan is to head into the city for the day, it is often cheaper and more convenient to store your bags in Paris rather than at the airport. Booking apps such as Radical Storage, Nannybag and Stasher list vetted shops, hotels and lockers across the city — many right by the stations where the RER B train from CDG arrives, including Gare du Nord and Châtelet. City storage is usually a flat rate of about €5–€6 per bag per day, with no size penalty, and many spots are open long hours.
The rule of thumb: store at the airport if you are staying inside CDG (a short layover, an early check-in, or a bag you will collect before your flight); store in the city if you are travelling into Paris and want to sightsee hands-free before heading back.
Tips for storing luggage at Paris CDG
- Mind the hours. The desk is not open 24/7, so make sure both your drop-off and collection fall inside opening hours — do not cut it fine before an early or late flight.
- Carry photo ID. You will need a passport or ID card to check bags in and out; keep your receipt safe.
- Allow transfer time. From Terminal 1 or 3, add a few minutes each way for the CDGVAL shuttle to Terminal 2.
- Never leave bags unattended. Unattended luggage anywhere in the airport can be removed and destroyed by security — always use the staffed service.
- Repack first. Take out anything you need (medication, chargers, documents) before you store, and keep valuables and electronics with you.
- Factor in re-screening. If you store a bag and later re-enter the secure zone, you will pass through security screening again, so leave enough time.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the left-luggage office at Charles de Gaulle airport?
The staffed left-luggage service is in Terminal 2, at the TGV/RER train station level near the CDGVAL shuttle stop. There is no left-luggage counter in Terminal 1 or Terminal 3, so from those terminals you take the free CDGVAL train to Terminal 2.
How much does it cost to store luggage at CDG airport?
For a standard suitcase, expect around €6 for a few hours and roughly €12 to €20 for 24 hours, with a lower per-day rate for longer stays. Oversize or special items such as skis, bikes and golf bags cost more and are priced on arrival.
Are there self-service luggage lockers at Paris CDG?
CDG's main option is a staffed, monitored left-luggage room in Terminal 2 rather than coin lockers, because every bag is X-ray screened and logged for security. If you want lockers, the storage networks in central Paris are the easier alternative.
Can I store my luggage overnight or for several days at CDG?
Yes. You can leave bags for multiple days, and the daily rate usually falls the longer you store. Just remember the desk is not open 24 hours, so plan your collection inside opening hours and keep your receipt.
Is it better to store luggage at the airport or in central Paris?
Store at the airport if you are staying inside CDG for a layover or early check-in. If you are heading into Paris to sightsee, city storage near the RER B stations is usually cheaper (about €5–€6 per bag a day) and saves you carrying luggage around town.
