Need help quickly! Unexpected flight change. Now must transfer from 2F to 2E at CDG

Hi Leslie,
We often fly from Bordeaux (2F) via CDG to SEA (2E) and typically have 1.5 hrs for a layover and have had plenty of time. You do pass through passport control but stay behind security. Additionally, if your flights are booked as one reservation and you miss your flight the airline should rebook you at no charge. Safe travels!

Thanks KimberlySEA! That makes me feel a lot better.

Yes, GeoffB, I saw that page but it doesn’t mention buses or shuttle buses. It made it sound like more of a walking process. Glad to hear that you were successful with a short turnaround. We are in rows 18 and 27 since this was a “last minute” booking.

Hi Leslie,
Here’s more detailed information (with photos) for transferring from Terminal 2F to Terminal 2E.

Once you land, check the departure screens to locate your gate, then follow directions found here: easycdg.com/connecting flights

Please note: when on above website, don’t click an any adds just scroll down and click on
“Towards Terminal 2E-Gates K, Towards Terminal 2E-Gates L, or, Towards Terminal 2E-Gates M”, to view the directions with photos.

Safe travels!

We had a delay connecting thru (I think it was LA) years ago, and we HAD to make the flight (to New Zealand, catching a cruise...which was booked last-minute). The delay was so bad that I really thought there was NO chance of making it.

What did I do? I talked with the flight attendants and asked if they could announce to "please remain seated, so two passengers with a really tight connection could deplane first." Yep, the announcement was made, but I had already obtained their permission for ME to later (as might be necessary) make the same announcement (knowing how people will delay 3 seconds, then jump up).

Well, it worked. I used to always travel in a dark fleece light-weight zip jacket with a scarf. I stood and with my most professional alto voice, looking ahead to everyone in front of us: "Again, PLEASE REMAIN SEATED to allow those with a very tight connection to deplane." I then held the gaze with a polite but look of authority. Worked...then had to do it again as everyone started standing.....everyone sat. Then, once we were past the rows ahead of us: "I turned to say SINCERE THANK YOU." ..........and with that, we dashed off very quickly....running....we had to change terminals, as I recall....kept running. Every airport worker I passed I would do the 2-second reaffirmation we were heading in the right direction. Arrived at that terminal............line from Hell to go thru security. What did I do? I again channeled my inner voice and said: "We have a very, very tight connection that we will miss if we stay in line." Everyone motioned for us to go ahead..................I almost got on my knees with great thanks...but did not want to wast the time.....just a very sincere thank you was voiced TWICE from me...........then again once we got thru security......................WE MADE IT!

And, what happened? As we checked in at the boarding counter, the New Zealand Air rep said, "I see you all are in such and such seats, would you like to have two seats together in the such and such section?" Oh how thankful we were!! My husband was still wearing a chemo port (tho past treatment...they leave it in for a while, just to make sure all is good in subsequent scans).......and I presented the letter from the doctor at each metal screening thing and at check-ins.

........sometimes things just work out........but sometimes ya' just gotta be your own advocate.....in the most kind, sincere, appreciative manner. People are basically good. And, I have always "paid it forward" when I have seen travelers in distress, try ing to make connections or needing grace.................

Do, let the flight attendants help you as you deplane.......and even if they somehow create a miracle and get you moved closer to the front of the plane on your arriving flight. Miracles do happen sometimes.

Good luck with it all. Safe travels.

I had two such transfers months apart through CDG a couple of years ago and both were a breeze. I arrived at the gates with plenty of time to be bored. Additionally airport staff were on hand guiding passengers toward their different terminals.

No worries. I have done it in less than an hour, with a bum knee, a cane, and a carry on.

Thank you one and all. Now that we know our gate at CDG I can see which path to follow and the shuttle bus makes sense now. They estimate 40 minutes so we should be within the window if our plane leaves and arrives on time. One more adventure on this trip.

Leslie,
Wishing you safe travels!

Merci beaucoup tout le monde! We made it to our gate an hour after we landed in Paris. And now our connecting flight is late but I’d much rather have it that way than have our checked bags (hiking poles) traveling to Los Angeles unchaperoned. :-)

Leslie,
Thanks for the update! Good to hear that you made it!
I hope you decide to share your trip with us with a trip report. I always enjoy reading trip reports ; )