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Crossing brief

How far is it from France to Germany?

Distance
It is about 877 km (545 mi) from France to Germany as the crow flies — roughly 1 h 40 min by non-stop flight.

Paris to Berlin

France Germany
Distance
877 km
In miles
545 mi
Flight time
1 h 40 min
Time change
0 h

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Paris and Berlin); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.

This is a short-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, Germany is the #6 closest to France, making it one of the closer destinations.

Crossing from France to Germany

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalNo change from France
PowerPack a plug adapter — Germany uses Type F sockets your France plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V).

Common questions

How far is France from Germany?

About 877 km (545 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from France to Germany?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 40 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Germany?

There is no time change, so jet lag should be minimal.

Updated July 2, 2026