PARIS– Air France (AF) will launch nonstop flights to Nashville International Airport (BNA) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) from Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in May 2027, expanding its US network for the summer season.
The airline will operate three weekly flights on each route using the Airbus A350-900. Tickets will go on sale on October 14, 2026, with Nashville becoming Air France’s only destination in continental Europe’s nonstop network to Tennessee’s capital.
Air France Expands US Network With Two New Routes
Air France will introduce the Paris-Charles de Gaulle to San Diego route on May 3, 2027, followed by flights to Nashville from May 14, 2027. Both routes will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
The new services will strengthen Air France’s transatlantic network and provide passengers with additional nonstop connections between France and the United States. The airline will be the only carrier operating nonstop flights between Paris and either Nashville or San Diego.
Air France will also become the only airline serving Nashville with nonstop flights from continental Europe, giving the Tennessee capital a direct connection to the French capital.
Paris to San Diego Flights From May 2027
Air France will launch three weekly flights between Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) on May 3, 2027.
The airline will deploy the Airbus A350-900 on the route, with flights operating every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The service will provide a direct connection between Paris and Southern California’s Pacific coast.
The outbound flight, AF058, will depart Paris at 10:10 a.m. local time and arrive in San Diego at 12:50 p.m. on the same day. The return flight, AF059, will leave San Diego at 3:10 p.m. and arrive in Paris at 11:05 a.m. the following day.
Air France Paris-San Diego flight schedule
| Flight | Route | Departure | Arrival | Operating days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AF058 | Paris (CDG) to San Diego (SAN) | 10:10 a.m. | 12:50 p.m. same day | Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
| AF059 | San Diego (SAN) to Paris (CDG) | 3:10 p.m. | 11:05 a.m. next day | Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
All times are local. The published schedule is subject to change.
Nashville Joins Air France’s Network
Air France will begin operating between Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) on May 14, 2027.
The airline will offer three weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays using the Airbus A350-900. The new route will establish a nonstop connection between Paris and Nashville, a major destination for American country music and entertainment.
Air France has also selected a distinctive flight number for the route. The Paris-to-Nashville service will operate as AF046, a reference to 1946, the year country music icon Dolly Parton was born. The return flight will carry the number AF047.
The outbound flight, AF046, will depart Paris at 2:10 p.m. and arrive in Nashville at 4:40 p.m. on the same day. The return service, AF047, will depart Nashville at 6:55 p.m. and reach Paris at 10:15 a.m. the following day.
Air France Paris-Nashville flight schedule
| Flight | Route | Departure | Arrival | Operating days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AF046 | Paris (CDG) to Nashville (BNA) | 2:10 p.m. | 4:40 p.m. same day | Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
| AF047 | Nashville (BNA) to Paris (CDG) | 6:55 p.m. | 10:15 a.m. next day | Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
All times are local. The published schedule is subject to change.
Airbus A350-900 to Operate Both Routes
Air France will use the Airbus A350-900 on both new routes. The twin-engine, long-haul aircraft forms part of the airline’s widebody fleet and supports its international network.
Using the same aircraft type on both services will allow Air France to expand its US schedule with a consistent long-haul platform. The airline has not specified aircraft configurations or seat capacity for these particular flights in the supplied announcement.
Tickets for both routes will become available from October 14, 2026. Passengers can check schedules and fares or make reservations through the official Air France website.
Air France to Serve 20 US Destinations in Summer 2027
With Nashville and San Diego added to its schedule, Air France plans to serve 20 destinations in the United States during the summer 2027 season, which runs from April through October.
The network will cover major business centres, leisure destinations and connecting gateways across the country.
Air France’s planned US destinations for summer 2027 are:
- Atlanta
- Boston
- Chicago
- Dallas
- Detroit
- Houston
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Miami
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New York-JFK
- New York-Newark
- Orlando
- Phoenix
- Raleigh-Durham
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- Seattle
- Washington, D.C.
The additions of Nashville and San Diego will extend the airline’s reach into Tennessee and Southern California. Both cities offer distinct travel markets, ranging from music and entertainment to coastal tourism and business travel.
Nashville Strengthens Its European Connectivity
Nashville is located along the Cumberland River in Tennessee and is widely known as “Music City” because of its association with country music.
The city hosts live performances across concert halls, music venues and entertainment districts. Its cultural attractions, historic buildings, restaurants and shopping areas also draw domestic and international visitors.
Air France’s new nonstop service will give travellers a direct link between Nashville and Paris, potentially simplifying journeys for passengers travelling between Tennessee and France. The route will also provide onward connections through Air France’s Paris hub, subject to available schedules and ticketing arrangements.
San Diego Adds a Southern California Gateway
San Diego lies on the Pacific coast near the United States-Mexico border. The city attracts visitors with its beaches, mild climate, waterfront districts and outdoor activities.
Popular areas include La Jolla and Coronado, while the city also offers museums, gardens and historic attractions. Its location makes it a gateway for exploring Southern California.
The new Air France service will provide a nonstop link to Paris and access to the airline’s wider European network through Charles de Gaulle Airport.
San Diego already has a connection to the Netherlands through KLM (KL), which operates up to three weekly flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), according to the supplied information. The new Air France route will add another European nonstop option for the city.
What the New Routes Mean for Passengers
The two routes will expand nonstop travel options between the United States and France. Passengers travelling from Nashville will gain a direct connection to continental Europe, while travellers from San Diego will have another nonstop option to Paris.
The services will also create additional opportunities for connections through Air France’s Paris hub. However, actual onward travel options will depend on the airline’s operating schedules, available seats, and booking arrangements.
Air France will begin selling tickets for the two routes on October 14, 2026. Both services are scheduled to launch in May 2027, with three weekly round trips planned on each route using Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
The new routes mark the first announced additions to Air France’s summer 2027 schedule and will bring its planned US network to 20 destinations.
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