The flight distance from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) in Paris, France to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) in Santa Barbara, United States is 9,133 kilometers (5,675 miles / 4,931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting France with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:18 in Paris, it's 01:18 in Santa Barbara. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Paris (CDG) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.