How Many Terminals Does CDG Airport Have?
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport has three passenger terminals — Terminal 1, Terminal 2 (seven halls, 2A–2G) and Terminal 3 — linked by the free CDGVAL train and shuttle buses. Terminal 2 is the largest and handles the most airlines; Terminal 3 mainly serves low-cost and charter flights.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is a vast aviation complex made up of three main passenger terminals. Handling more than 200,000 passengers per day, CDG consistently ranks among the ten busiest airports worldwide. Due to steadily increasing passenger numbers, plans were once introduced for the construction of a fourth terminal. However, following the COVID-19 pandemic and concerns related to environmental impact, the project was ultimately suspended.
Not sure which terminal your flight uses? Check which terminal each airline uses at Paris CDG before you head to the airport.
Terminal 1 at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Terminal 1 is the oldest terminal at CDG Airport and mainly serves international flights operated by airlines other than Air France, although a limited number of Air France international routes also depart from this terminal.
The terminal has a unique circular design often compared to an octopus, spread across five levels. The central circular structure hosts most passenger services, while boarding gates are located in seven satellite buildings connected to the main terminal by underground tunnels with moving walkways. The satellite buildings are not interconnected with one another.
The ground level of Terminal 1 is not accessible to passengers. The remaining four levels are organized as follows:
Level 2: CDGVAL station, selected retail outlets, food court, and Check-in Areas 5 and 6.
Level 3: Departures level with Check-in Areas 1–4 and all ticketing counters.
Level 4: Airside boarding level, duty-free area, and access to the seven boarding satellites via pedestrian tunnels.
Level 5: Arrivals level with baggage claim zones and direct access to buses, taxis, and ground transportation.
Terminal 2 at Roissy Airport
Terminal 2 is the largest and most complex terminal at CDG Airport. Originally built to serve Air France, it has expanded over time into a group of seven sub-terminals, each with distinct functions.
CDG Terminal 2A
Terminal 2A contains Check-in Areas 1–8 and Boarding Gates A and C. It consists of two levels, with Arrivals on the ground floor and Departures on the upper level.
CDG Terminal 2B
Recently reopened after extensive renovations, Terminal 2B includes Check-in Areas 1 and 2 and Boarding Gates B and C.
CDG Terminal 2C
Terminal 2C is arranged over two levels, with Arrivals on the lower floor and Departures on the upper floor, serving Boarding Gates C.
CDG Terminal 2D
Terminal 2D follows a similar layout to 2C, with Boarding Gates D located on the Departures level.
CDG Terminal 2E
Terminal 2E is the largest section of Terminal 2 and serves long-haul international flights, non-Schengen destinations, and SkyTeam alliance airlines. It features Check-in Areas 2–13 and Boarding Gates K, L, and M.
Please note that Gates L (Satellite S3) and M (Satellite S4) are accessible only via the airport’s internal transit train. Terminal 2E also hosts the YOTEL Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, available exclusively to passengers holding a valid T2E boarding pass.
CDG Terminal 2F
Terminal 2F includes Check-in Areas 1–7 and Boarding Gates F. It serves a large number of European and Schengen flights and handles significant transit traffic.
CDG Terminal 2G
Terminal 2G is the smallest and only fully detached sub-terminal within Terminal 2. Located approximately 800 meters from the main T2 complex, it primarily handles Air France domestic and short-haul European flights within the Schengen Area.
Our Tip: Terminal 2G was originally built exclusively for Air France operations.
Terminal 3 at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Terminal 3 is located opposite Terminal 1, approximately 1 km (0.6 miles) away. It mainly serves charter flights and low-cost carriers. The terminal consists of a single building, with Arrivals on the north side and Departures on the south side.
The Departures area is divided into two halls: Hall A and Hall B.
Transfers Between CDG Airport Terminals
All three terminals at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport are connected by the CDGVAL automated train system and free shuttle buses.
The CDGVAL driverless train connects Terminals 1, 2, and 3. It operates daily from 04:00 to 01:00, runs every four minutes, and completes inter-terminal journeys in approximately eight minutes.
Within Terminal 2, sub-terminals T2A through T2F are connected by pedestrian walkways and are accessible on foot. However, Terminal 2G is located 800 meters away and can only be reached via shuttle services.
N1 Shuttle: Operates 24/7 every 10–15 minutes, stopping at all T2 sub-terminals (except T2G), the PW Car Park, and the SNCF railway station.
N2 Shuttle: Connects T2E and T2F with the remote T2G. Runs from 05:30 to 23:00 every five minutes, with a travel time of approximately 15 minutes.
Important: N2 stops at T2E only between 21:30 and 23:00.
LISA Shuttle: Airside shuttle linking Halls K, L, and M within Terminal 2E. Available only to passengers who have passed security screening.
To travel between Terminal 3 and the other terminals, passengers may use either the CDGVAL automated train or an airport taxi.
Passport control & security at CDG (2026 update)
Since the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) went live in April 2026, non-EU passengers are registered biometrically on arrival, and the longest passport-control queues are at Terminal 2E. Read our full CDG EES & passport control guide, and check the hand-luggage liquid rules before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal does Air France use at CDG?
Air France operates mainly from Terminal 2 — long-haul and non-Schengen flights from Terminal 2E, other routes across 2A–2F, and short-haul Schengen flights from the remote Terminal 2G.
Which terminal do US and UK flights arrive at?
Most long-haul flights from the US, UK, the Gulf and Asia use Terminal 2E, the airport's main non-Schengen hub, where passport control and EES registration take place.
How do I get between terminals at Paris CDG?
All three terminals are linked by the free CDGVAL automated train (04:00–01:00, every ~4 minutes, about 8 minutes end to end). Within Terminal 2, sub-terminals 2A–2F connect on foot, while the remote 2G is reached by the free N2 shuttle.
How much time should I allow to connect between CDG terminals?
Allow at least 60–90 minutes for a terminal change, and more if you must re-clear security or passport control — for example when transferring to a non-Schengen flight at Terminal 2E.
Which terminal is used for low-cost flights at CDG?
Terminal 3 mainly serves charter and low-cost carriers. It sits opposite Terminal 1 and is connected to the rest of the airport by the CDGVAL train.
CDG terminal facilities at a glance
Every Charles de Gaulle terminal covers the essentials — cafés, shops, pharmacies, ATMs and free Wi-Fi — but the range widens sharply in the larger halls of Terminal 2 and in Terminal 1. Terminal 3 is the most basic, geared to low-cost travellers. Here is where to find the main services once you know your terminal:
| Facility | Where to find it at CDG |
|---|---|
| Airport lounges | Terminal 1 (Star Alliance) and Terminal 2E/2F (Air France) hold most lounges; the Priority Pass option is in 2E — see the CDG lounges guide |
| Restaurants & shopping | Widest choice in Terminal 2E; good options after security in Terminal 1 |
| Airport hotels | YotelAir inside Terminal 2E (past security), plus hotels at Roissypôle — see CDG airport hotels |
| Live flight information | Check the live departures and arrivals boards for terminal and gate |
Terminal assignments and facilities are reviewed for 2026; always confirm your terminal on your boarding pass or with your airline, as some flights move between halls seasonally.
