How long is flight AF6?

The CDG to LAX route is the basis for the schedule. View the full route forecast and typical duration on the Turbcast route page.

Flight AF6

AF6 Turbulence ForecastAir France · CDG → LAX

About flight AF6

Airline: Air France (AF)
Route: CDG → LAX
Typical Aircraft: B777
Distance: 9,103 km
Duration: 11h 05m
Cruise Altitude: FL410

See today’s turbulence forecast

Air France AF6 flies the jet-stream + mountain-wave corridor from Paris to Los Angeles. Conditions change hour to hour - view the live forecast for your departure date.

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Turbulence on the CDG → LAX route

Jet-stream exposure on this corridor is significant. Long mid-latitude legs mean clear-air turbulence is the dominant source of bumps, typically encountered at cruise altitude. The route crosses or passes near the Greenland ice cap, Rocky Mountains, which can generate mountain-wave turbulence downwind when upper-level winds are strong. Westbound aircraft typically fly against the prevailing winds, adding flight time. Captains often pick altitudes that avoid the strongest headwinds, which can also mean picking cleaner-air altitudes.

Calmest season: Late spring to early autumn (May-September). The oceanic track sees its strongest jet-stream activity in the northern winter (Nov-Mar), when winds aloft are fastest and clear-air turbulence is more frequent. Wind flowing over the Greenland ice cap can generate mountain-wave turbulence that extends hundreds of kilometres downwind - most pronounced in the northern winter (Nov-Mar), when upper-level winds are strongest.

Full CDG to LAX route guide

Frequently asked questions

Is AF6 usually a bumpy flight?

Air France AF6 operates between CDG and LAX. Whether it’s bumpy depends on the day’s weather - Turbcast pulls live NOAA aviation-grade data so you can check the actual forecast for your departure date rather than relying on averages.

What aircraft does AF6 use?

AF6 is typically operated by the B777. Aircraft swaps happen - confirm with your booking before flying.

How long is the CDG to LAX flight?

Approximately 11h 05m direct, covering 9,103 km at a typical cruise of FL410.

When does AF6 have the smoothest weather?

Historically calmest during Late spring to early autumn (May-September). Forecast accuracy improves as you get closer to departure - within 48 hours the NOAA WAFS model is at peak skill.