1. 1Arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) about 3.5 hours early; confirm whether you depart from Terminal 1 or 2.
2. 2Check in at the Saudia, Air France, Turkish or Qatar desk and confirm bags tagged to JED or MED.
3. 3Clear the Schengen exit passport control and security in your assigned terminal.
4. 4Use the airside prayer rooms and lounges; allow time to move between CDG terminals if connecting.
5. 5For direct flights, head to your gate early as long-haul boarding starts well ahead.

Coming home to Paris

Return flights to CDG arrive direct from Jeddah and Madinah on Saudia and Air France, or via Istanbul and Doha.