Air France is expected to operate Pope Leo XIV’s first apostolic journey to France from 25 to 28 September, with the Vatican publishing the official programme for the four-city visit on 7 August. The itinerary covers Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes and Metz, and includes the Rome Fiumicino–Paris Orly outbound leg, official engagements at the Élysée and UNESCO, and a return mission that will require special airport and ground-handling arrangements.
The trip combines diplomatic, pastoral and social stops, with appearances at Notre-Dame, the Stade de France and the Maison Bakhita support centre, followed by Lourdes and a final day in Metz. Vatican plans also include an interreligious meeting and Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Stephen. The programme underlines youth, peace and support for people in precarious situations, while a private meeting with abuse victims is also being prepared. The carrier detail has not been independently confirmed by the Vatican itinerary and should be treated as separate until verified.