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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport – Economic and Social Impacts

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"Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport – Economic and social impacts". Ecquants Research Group. Benchmark series 2012_CDG. Web URL: https://ecquants.com/2012_CDG.aspx
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Economic Output / GVA
€18.2 Billion
€18.2 Billion Regional Economic Impact
Employment Supported
245,000
245,000 Direct & Indirect Jobs (86,000 On-Site)
Benchmark Passenger Volume
61M+
61,611,934 annual travelers
Cargo Freight Handled
2,150,950
2,150,950 Metric Tons

Macroeconomic Profile & Connectivity Dynamics

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport is the largest commercial aviation hub in the European Union. Ecquants' 2012 assessment calculated that CDG generated over €18.2 billion in annual gross economic value, representing nearly 3.8% of the Île-de-France regional GDP. It remains Europe's undisputed leader in air cargo volume and high-speed rail-air intermodal connectivity.

Airfield & Terminal Infrastructure

Terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2 (sub-terminals 2A through 2G), Terminal 3

Annual Aircraft Movements: 497,763

Hub Carriers & Alliances

Primary Airlines: Air France, Delta Air Lines, easyJet, Lufthansa, Emirates

Current Passenger Scale: ~67,421,316 annual volume

Passenger Transit & Commercial Services at CDG

Essential passenger rights, VIP terminal access, and ground transportation guide.

Passenger Rights • EU261 / 2004

Flight Delayed or Cancelled at CDG?

Under international and regional regulations, travelers experiencing schedule cancellations, boarding denials, or severe delays are entitled to cash compensation.

Up to €600 per passenger for delays >3 hours or cancellations
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VIP Travel Access

Airport Lounge Access at CDG

Escape noisy departure gates. Access fast Wi-Fi, complimentary hot dining, premium bar selections, and private shower suites across CDG terminals.

From $32 / Entry
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Ground Transportation

Terminal Transit & Reserved Parking

RER B suburban rail connects directly to Gare du Nord, Châtelet-Les Halles, and Saint-Michel. TGV station connects directly to Lyon, Marseille, Brussels, and Strasbourg.

Save up to 60% on Long-Term Parking
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Frequently Asked Questions: Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

What was the economic contribution of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in the Ecquants study? ↓
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport contributed €18.2 Billion Regional Economic Impact and supported approximately 245,000 Direct & Indirect Jobs (86,000 On-Site) directly on-site and through related logistics, trade, and regional tourism supply chains.
How does CDG connect into regional surface transit? ↓
RER B suburban rail connects directly to Gare du Nord, Châtelet-Les Halles, and Saint-Michel. TGV station connects directly to Lyon, Marseille, Brussels, and Strasbourg.
Are passengers at CDG protected under passenger rights laws? ↓
Yes, passenger itineraries originating or terminating at CDG fall under EU261 / 2004, allowing qualifying passengers to claim Up to €600 per passenger for delays >3 hours or cancellations for preventable airline cancellations or delays over 3 hours.
How does Ecquants calculate airport Gross Value Added (GVA)? ↓
Ecquants utilizes input-output econometric matrices synthesizing direct operational accounts, airport concession sales, freight shipping invoices, and secondary regional consumption multipliers derived from national statistical agencies.