Air France
Airline Statistics
380
Active Routes11280
Flight Observations158
Unique Destinations171
Origin Airports2392
Avg Route Distance (mi)7770
Longest Route (mi)0
Domestic Routes100
International RoutesAbout Air France
Air France (ICAO: AFR) Airline: A Comprehensive Overview
Air France, the flag carrier of France, was founded on August 30, 1933, through the consolidation of five existing French airlines: Compagnie Générale Aéropostale, Société Générale des Transports Aériens (SGTA), Compagnie Internationale de Navigation Aérienne (CIDNA), Air Union, and Air Orient. Its operational history traces back to earlier French aviation companies from the 1910s. In 2003, Air France merged with KLM to form the Air France-KLM Group, one of the world's largest airline groups.
The airline's global operational base and primary hub is Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Paris-Orly Airport serves as its main domestic hub, with additional hubs at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) and Marseille Provence Airport (MRS). Air France operates a diverse fleet comprising both Airbus and Boeing aircraft. For long-haul international routes, its wide-body jets include models from the Airbus A330, A350 XWB, Boeing 777, and Boeing 787 Dreamliner families. Its short-haul and medium-haul network primarily utilizes the Airbus A320 family and is being modernized with the introduction of the Airbus A220-300. As of November 2025, the total fleet comprises approximately 227 aircraft with an average age of 12.2 years.
Air France maintains an extensive route network, serving 29 domestic destinations and 201 international destinations in 94 countries across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania as of September 2022. The airline is a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, which encompasses 18 member airlines and connects over 1,000 destinations globally. Air France offers various cabin classes to cater to different travel needs: Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class, and its ultra-luxurious La Première (First Class). La Première, available on select Boeing 777-300ER flights, provides exclusive services such as chauffeur transfers, private airport lounges, and individual suites.
Traveler Reviews
Recent traveler reviews for Air France present a mixed but generally improving picture, with some standout positives and common areas for improvement.
What Travelers Love:
- Professional and Courteous Crew: Many passengers frequently commend the cabin and ground staff for their professionalism, friendliness, and helpfulness.
- Quality In-flight Experience: Travelers often appreciate the good quality of food and beverages, especially in higher cabin classes, and comfortable, modern aircraft. The premium cabins, particularly La Première, are highly regarded for their luxury and amenities.
- Strong Customer Relations: Air France has been recognized for its customer relations, winning first prize in the Transport category at the Customer Relations Awards for multiple consecutive years.
Common Complaints:
- Baggage Handling Issues: Lost or delayed luggage, coupled with slow and frustrating resolution processes, is a recurring complaint among travelers.
- Inconsistent Customer Service: While onboard service is often praised, travelers sometimes report unhelpful or rude staff, and a lack of responsiveness for complaints and reimbursements outside of the flight experience itself.
- Challenges at Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport: The main hub, CDG, is frequently described as confusing and difficult for transiting passengers, with issues ranging from long queues to automated system problems.
- Flight Delays and Schedule Changes: Some reviews mention frequent flight delays and last-minute schedule alterations as points of dissatisfaction.
Overall Sentiment Summary:
The overall sentiment regarding Air France is generally positive for the in-flight experience, particularly the attentive crew and quality premium products. However, significant pain points exist with ground operations, including baggage handling and the transit experience at its main hub, Paris-Charles de Gaulle. Despite these operational challenges, the airline continues to receive recognition for its customer relations.
Safety Information
Air France has a long operational history since its founding in 1933. While the airline has been involved in several major incidents throughout its history, notably the tragic Air France Flight 447 crash in 2009 (an Airbus A330-203) which resulted in 228 fatalities, and the Concorde Flight 4590 disaster in 2000, these events have significantly contributed to advancements in aviation safety protocols. More recent reported incidents in 2025 include a suspected electrical fire, turbulence causing injuries, an in-flight engine shutdown, and a burning odor in the cockpit, which are typically investigated thoroughly as part of standard aviation safety practices.
As a major European flag carrier, Air France operates under the strict regulatory oversight of European aviation authorities, implying adherence to high safety standards and compliance with regulations such as those from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). While specific details on IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) or FAA compliance are not explicitly listed in the provided information, its operational scope and alliance membership suggest compliance with international safety benchmarks.
Air France is actively pursuing a fleet modernization strategy. As of November 2025, its fleet has an average age of 12.2 years, with older aircraft being progressively replaced by more fuel-efficient and technologically advanced models like the Airbus A220-300 and A350-900. This ongoing renewal contributes positively to its overall maintenance reputation and safety profile.
Based on available data, Air France maintains a good overall safety assessment within the highly regulated global aviation industry, despite historical incidents. The airline has received notable safety recognitions, including the APEX Health Safety powered by SimpliFlying Diamond Award in 2021 for its rigorous health and safety measures. Furthermore, Air France was awarded a 5-star COVID-19 Safety Rating by Skytrax in July 2021, becoming the first major European airline to achieve this highest distinction for COVID-19 related health and hygiene standards.
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380 Total Routes| Route | Destination | Flights | Distance | Aircraft | Last Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RBA → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
309 | 1139 mi | BCS3 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| NCE → ORY |
Paris Orly
Orly (near Paris)
|
275 | 750 mi | A320 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| FLR → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
271 | 547 mi | BCS3 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| MRS → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
269 | 406 mi | A321 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| NCE → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
254 | 432 mi | A319 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| LYS → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
211 | 257 mi | A320 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| TUN → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
201 | 926 mi | BCS3 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| BES → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
193 | 320 mi | A321 | Feb 15, 2026 |
| CMN → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
187 | 1201 mi | A321 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| MAN → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
176 | 366 mi | BCS3 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| NTE → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
175 | 231 mi | BCS3 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| VCE → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
163 | 520 mi | BCS3 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| GVA → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
146 | 254 mi | BCS3 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| EDI → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
145 | 540 mi | BCS3 | Feb 15, 2026 |
| FDF → CAY |
Cayenne-Rochambeau
Matoury
|
145 | 896 mi | A320 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| HAM → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
143 | 453 mi | BCS3 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| MPL → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
143 | 382 mi | A320 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| FDF → PTP |
Pôle Caraïbes
Pointe-a-Pitre
|
136 | 121 mi | A320 | Feb 14, 2026 |
| NTE → AMS |
Amsterdam Schiphol
Amsterdam
|
124 | 456 mi | E190 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| ORY → NCE |
Nice Cote d'Azur
Nice
|
119 | 420 mi | A320 | Feb 13, 2026 |
| MRS → ORY |
Paris Orly
Orly (near Paris)
|
115 | 708 mi | A320 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| LIS → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
115 | 914 mi | BCS3 | Feb 16, 2026 |
| ARN → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
114 | 957 mi | BCS3 | Feb 14, 2026 |
| OSL → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
114 | 844 mi | BCS3 | Feb 14, 2026 |
| FCO → CDG |
Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
|
114 | 685 mi | A320 | Feb 17, 2026 |
Airline statistics are based on flight route observations collected from FlightAware AeroAPI and other sources. Flight counts represent observed operations, not scheduled frequencies. Route data is continuously updated as new flight information becomes available.
Last Update: Feb 17, 2026 06:00
Coverage: Observed routes only