- Must visit
Aquarium
Major aquarium with a maritime museum section, historic displays and a walk-through tunnel. A strong all-weather visit near the harbour.
Flights from Paris to Donostia-San Sebastian depart on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £101 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 23:05. The fastest flight covers the 700 km distance in 4h 30m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 700 km |
Average flight duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £101 |
Flights per day 14 |
Fastest flight 4h 30m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 23:05 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£121
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£360
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
4 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
5 h 20 m
Flights on 31 Aug
20
Distance
700 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Paris to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £360 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £121.
To travel from Paris to Donostia-San Sebastian you need to make at least one change.
VY8021 · VY2484
VY8241 · VY2484
VY8003 · VY2486
VY8001 · VY2486
VY8243 · VY2486
VY8005 · VY2486
IB5187 · IB5429
VY8013 · VY2486
IB5193 · IB5429
IB574 · IB449Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paris to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £232.
Distance: 700 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£232 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Donostia-San Sebastian flights for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IB586 · IB449 | 12:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h05 | 20:50 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
IB572 · IB449 | 12:45 Paris Orly Airport | 8h05 | 20:50 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
IB574 · IB449 | 14:20 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h30 | 20:50 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
VY8015 · VY2484 | 17:15 Paris Orly Airport | 15h05 | 8:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
VY8021 · VY2484 | 18:20 Paris Orly Airport | 14h00 | 8:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
VY8019 · VY2484 | 21:50 Paris Orly Airport | 10h30 | 8:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
VY8241 · VY2484 | 23:05 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 9h15 | 8:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
IB5185 · IB5429 | 6:30 Paris Orly Airport | 10h50 | 17:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
VY8003 · VY2486 | 6:30 Paris Orly Airport | 10h50 | 17:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
IB584 · IB449 | 7:25 Paris Orly Airport | 13h25 | 20:50 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
IB568 · IB449 | 8:50 Paris Orly Airport | 12h00 | 20:50 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
VY8001 · VY2486 | 8:55 Paris Orly Airport | 8h25 | 17:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
IB5183 · IB5429 | 8:55 Paris Orly Airport | 8h25 | 17:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
IB5698 · IB5429 | 9:35 Paris Orly Airport | 7h45 | 17:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
VY8011 · VY2486 | 9:35 Paris Orly Airport | 7h45 | 17:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
IB570 · IB449 | 10:10 Paris Orly Airport | 10h40 | 20:50 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
IB5225 · IB5429 | 10:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h05 | 17:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
VY8243 · VY2486 | 10:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h05 | 17:20 San Sebastián Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Major aquarium with a maritime museum section, historic displays and a walk-through tunnel. A strong all-weather visit near the harbour.
Museum dedicated to sculptor Eduardo Chillida, set in a large garden with monumental works. Combines art, landscape and a quieter side of the area.
Contemporary art centre focused on Basque and international work. It is worth visiting for exhibitions, architecture and a calmer cultural stop in the city.
Iconic city beach and promenade framed by Belle Époque buildings. It is the classic place for walks, sea views and experiencing San Sebastián’s atmosphere.
Historic quarter with narrow streets, churches and lively public spaces. Go for architecture, atmosphere and easy access to several major sights.
Hilltop viewpoint reached by funicular or on foot, with a small amusement area and sweeping views over the bay and city. Ideal for first-time visitors.
Battered cod fried with green peppers and onion. A classic Basque pintxo tied to local salt cod cooking traditions.
Whole spider crab dressed with its own juices, egg and breadcrumbs. A prized festive shellfish dish on the Basque coast.
Basque-style cheesecake from San Sebastián, baked until deeply caramelised outside with a creamy centre. Now iconic city-wide.
Elegant dining room known for creative Basque cooking with strong local produce and polished service.
Historic old-town spot celebrated for Basque cheesecake and classic dishes in a bustling tavern setting.
Busy traditional pintxos bar famed for mushroom pintxos and a lively old-town atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain: pintxos and coffee are reasonable, but central hotels and popular dining can cost more than in many comparable Spanish cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for very good service; small change in cafés; taxi tips are optional, often just rounding up.
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San Sebastián Airport -> Gipuzkoa Plaza
San-Sebastian, known to the Basque community as Donostia, is an elevated Spanish city on the Cantabrian Sea, famous for its pristine white La Concha beach, elegant cuisines, and architectural treasures. Flights from Paris to San-Sebastian are hailed as a fast and straightforward means of travel for tourists from far and wide. Several options are available when flying the Paris-San-Sebastian route, ranging from indirect flights taking four hours 20 minutes to even longer journeys that can take upwards of 21 hours. On this route, daily flights are available with limited direct flights and up to two changes for indirect flights.
Spanish national carrier Iberia provides daily indirect flights from Paris to San-Sebastian since there are rarely direct flights on this route. Latvia flag carrier Air Baltic and budget airline vueling offer indirect connections along the same route, with the majority of the flight time schedules being occupied by Iberia. Air Baltic provides indirect connections to San-Sebastian with a layover at Latvia and Madrid, Iberia Airlines services via Madrid, while vueling flights change in Barcelona.
The fastest indirect flights with vueling take approximately four hours and 20 minutes along the 720 kilometers route to the San Sebastian airport from Charles de Gaulle airport, via Barcelona. The second quickest indirect connection from the City of Lights is a mid-morning indirect Iberia flight via Madrid, taking four hours 55 minutes to reach San-Sebastian. Indirect flights operated by Iberia take around 5-7 hours, with a stop in Madrid. Passengers should double-check flights before booking as journeys on this route can take upwards of 21 hours.
The Spanish national airline Iberia offers 29 indirect flights via Madrid from Paris to San-Sebastian across the week, with departures on Mondays, Wednesdays, and the weekend. Latvia-operated Air Baltic offers a single evening flight on Sundays with stopovers at Latvia and Madrid. vueling airlines operates 44 indirect flights from the Paris Orly Airport with a change at Barcelona en route. Flights are available throughout the day, from around 7.00 a.m. until late in the evening.
Departure airport: flights from Paris to San Sebastian depart from either Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport or Paris Orly Airport, depending on the flight. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located 34 kilometers north-east of Paris city center. It takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the Departures terminal via the RER train network. Paris Orly airport is only 12 kilometers south of the center of the city, with buses linking travelers directly to the RER line C Pont de Rungis station, where journeys to the airport can be completed. Both airports have restaurants, bars, duty-free shopping, passenger lounges and WiFi. It should be noted that WiFi connectivity is not free at Paris Orly Airport and that charges will apply.
Arrival airport: San-Sebastian airport (EAS) is strategically positioned 20 kilometers west of the city and shares connections to both Barcelona and Madrid. Passengers can use the local bus to reach the city center in around 30 minutes. Alternatively, taxi services will take around 25 minutes, but are considerably more expensive. Facilities in the airport also include extensive car rental services. Passengers will need to register for free WiFi, but it is available throughout the airport.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Donostia-San Sebastian by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donostia-San Sebastian, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Donostia-San Sebastian flights use the Paris Orly Airport to San Sebastián Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Donostia-San Sebastian airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Paris Orly Airport is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Orly Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Orly Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Orly Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 4 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport; premium high-speed access is also offered. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
San Sebastián Airport is 1 km from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre. Public transport options include:
San Sebastián Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Sebastián Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Sebastián Airport.
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