Heads Up, Travelers: Taxi Protests Are Disrupting Paris Airports Today (June 11, 2025)

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Jun 11

Written By j m

Published June 11, 2025

If you're flying in or out of Paris today, especially through Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY), you’ll want to read this before heading to the airport.

What’s Going On?

This morning, taxi and ride-share drivers are staging large-scale protests across the Paris region. Organized in response to recent government decisions on transport reimbursements, drivers are blocking major roadways. And that includes routes to both CDG and Orly airports.

What’s Confirmed

Paris Aéroport, the official airport operator, has confirmed “longer journey times” and disruptions to airport access.
Protest activity is affecting major highways including the A1, A6, and A10, key corridors for reaching the airports.
French taxi industry groups also announced coordinated action at both airports and around the Ministry of Finance in Bercy.

These aren’t just slowdowns, they’re rolling blockades that could delay you by over an hour or more.

Should You Be Worried?

Not panicked, just prepared.

Even if you’re not driving, these disruptions could affect hotel shuttles, private transfers, and ride-share availability. Travelers relying on taxis or Ubers from central Paris may face long wait times or sky-high surge pricing.

If your trip includes a flight today or early tomorrow, build in a serious buffer and consider alternate routes.

How to Get Around It

Here’s how to stay one step ahead of the chaos:

Use Public Transit:
For CDG, the RER B train is your best bet. For Orly, use Metro 14 + Orlyval or tram line T7. These lines aren’t affected by the road blockages (yet).
Leave Early — Really Early:
If you're heading to the airport by car or shuttle, leave 60–90 minutes earlier than usual. Even small protests can gridlock traffic.
Track Real-Time Alerts:
Follow @ParisAeroport on X (formerly Twitter) for official airport updates.
Stay Flexible:
If you’re landing today, consider postponing your ground transfer pickup or checking in with your hotel about any transport changes.

Bottom Line

Paris may be the City of Light, but this morning, it's the city of brake lights. While these taxi protests are localized, the ripple effects can impact flights, transfers, and overall travel timing. Be proactive, stay calm, and adjust your plans accordingly.

We’ll keep this post updated if the situation evolves.

Related Rail Disruptions You Should Know About

This taxi protest isn’t the only transportation issue on the horizon. Nationwide rail strikes are scheduled to begin tomorrow, June 12, and could affect regional trains, TGV service, and international routes.

If you’re traveling by train this week or later this summer, make sure to read: