Because Paris is popular year-round, as mentioned above, there isn’t what you’d really call a “low season” as far as prices go. But while prices won’t drop as far as they might in truly seasonal vacation spots, they do drop a bit outside the peak summer season – and it’s in the off-season that you’re much more likely to find special discount fares.

So you’re more likely to save money on your Paris airfare by traveling in the Spring, although prices will tend to go up as you get later in the season. For the best prices, book in March or early April.


Spring Weather in Paris

Paris isn’t typically gripped by frigid temperatures in the winter, but the Spring thaw is still a delight. After a few months of cold, more than a little rain, and plenty of gray clouds, the sight of new flowers and more consistent sunlight is always welcome – to Parisians and visitors alike.

Earlier in the Spring you may still get rained on, so it’s not a bad idea to have a small umbrella with you, but the average temperatures climb noticeably from February into March. The nights are still cool, so layering is good policy. Pay attention to current Paris weather forecasts as you’re coming up to your trip, as much of Europe has been experiencing unseasonably warm weather in the Spring in the last few years.