Air France Flights
Air France is the flag carrier of France, based in Paris. As of 2013, Air France serves a large network of destinations within its own country and is a founding member of the SkyTeam global airline alliance. It has 46 million passengers annually-the majority coming from individual or business trips. The corporate headquarters are located on the grounds of Charles de Gaulle Airport north of Paris.
History
Air France was formed in October 1933. It was the result of a merger between Air Orient, Air Union, Compagnie Générale Aéropostale (CIDNA), and Société Générale de Transport Aérien (SGTA). During the years 1950-1990, it served as one of three main Allied airlines at West Berlin's Tempelhof Airport and Tegel airport when they were under control by East Germany. Air France has been around for 77 years. It began serving as the primary national carrier of France back then but merged with KLM in 2003.
In 2018, Air France and its regional subsidiary Hop carried 51.4 million passengers worldwide. Air France operates a mixed fleet of Airbus and Boeing widebody jets on long-haul routes while using A320 family aircraft for short-haul flights. In November 2009, Air France introduced the A380 with service to New York City's JFK Airport from Paris' Charles de Gaulle Airport, which is also used by its regional subsidiary Hop for scheduled domestic and European services using a fleet of small jet aircraft.
Destinations
As of 2019, Air France flies to both domestic destinations and international destinations in 93 countries across six continents, including in the United States. This includes: {list_destinations}.
Fleet
Air France operates a total of 654 aircrafts. The airline's fleet comprises Airbus A320-200, Airbus A319-100, Airbus A380-800, Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 747-400, and Boeing 737NG family aircraft.
Check-in
Air France offers check-in online and at the airport. The airline recommends that passengers use the online check-in service at least two hours before departure. However, those travelling with children or special needs should do so sooner because of security requirements. Passengers using online check -in will receive their boarding pass via email. Those who will be checking bags must drop off the baggage at the check-in desk at least 45 min before departure.
Hand and hold luggage
Air France has a standard size for hand luggage - 55x35x20cm. This is the most common size for airlines so that you can use your Air France bag on other airlines, too. Hand baggage must not exceed 7kg of weight. If you're travelling with children under two years old, you can also take a foldable stroller at no cost and a checked luggage up to 12kg of weight. Checked luggage for an adult passenger can not exceed 23kg per item, however there is the option to book additional units of checked baggage against a fee.
Services onboard
Air France offers a range of onboard services on all flights, including food and drink, entertainment, and amenities.
Food and drinks
Passengers travelling on Air France can enjoy meals during their flights. The airline also offers special menus for vegetarians and people with allergies or intolerances. Passengers can also pre-order their meal with Air France before they fly, including special meals for children. All meal orders have to be placed at least 48h prior to departure.
Entertainment
Passengers can choose from a wide variety of movies, TV shows, games, and music to keep them entertained during their flight with Air France. The airline's entertainment system includes touchscreen monitors throughout the cabin so passengers can easily control what they watch or listen to. The system is available on all long-haul flights as well as some medium-haul ones.
