Air France to Launch New Service Between Paris Charles de Gaulle and Phuket for Winter 2025/26

Starting November 27, 2025, Air France will launch new direct service between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Phuket, Thailand.  For the winter 2025/2026 season, the route will operate up to three times weekly with a Boeing 777-300ER.

Phuket Beach in Thailand - Courtesy Air France

On Wednesday (April 16, 2025), Air France announced the addition of new nonstop service between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Phuket, Thailand to their winter 2025/26 flying program.  Starting November 27, 2025, the route will operate up to three times per week with a Boeing 777-300ER.  Flights will depart Paris on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, while the return flights will depart Phuket on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays.  Air France flight AF156 will depart Paris-CDG at 15:50m arriving in Phuket at 09:25+1.  The return flight, AF157, departs Phuket at 11:50, and touches down back in Paris at 19:10 (all times local).  For the winter 2025/26 season, Air France will serve 11 destinations across the region, including Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Manila, Osaka, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo-Haneda and Phuket. 

A tropical gem located in the heart of the Andaman Sea, Phuket is Thailand’s third largest island.  The popular holiday destination enchants visitors with white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and lush landscapes.  World-renowned for its unique blend of traditional culture and modernity, Phuket is home to majestic temples and bustling markets, and is also the perfect gateway for the exploration of nearby islands.  Visitors can also explore Phuket’s famous Old Town, enjoy a vibrant nightlife, and take part in all manner of water sport activities.  Phuket offers something for everyone, from relaxation to exploration and adventure.

Source: Air France