Flying from London to Paris: what you need to know
You can choose from numerous airports when organizing your flight from London to Paris. Check out your options for departing London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Hop off the plane at one of Paris's major gateways like Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Alternatively, make your way to this city landing at Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct London to Paris flight.
Paris is one hour ahead of London and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 88 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from London to Paris is with British Airways at 20:55. Opt for the first LHR to CDG departure operated by Air France at 06:15 to make the most of your arrival in Paris.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your London to Paris flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Start your journey at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which offers multiple direct flights from London to Paris. From LHR, you can fly straight into Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can choose from a range of airlines offering direct London to Paris plane tickets with departures from LHR, including:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for London to Paris flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
LHR is about 26 kilometers from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from London to Paris or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Looking for a direct flight from London to Paris taking off from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Find your seat and fly nonstop from LGW to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
easyJet offers direct London to Paris plane tickets from LGW. Book your preferred seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Break up your London to Paris flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Paris are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
LGW is around 40 kilometers from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to Paris? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Choosing a ticket from London to Paris with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times and access to better fares. When departing from Stansted Airport (STN), here's where you can detour to on the way to Paris:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
From central London, STN is around 48 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early London to Paris flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights touch down as expected. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 45 minutes by car. The center is roughly 23 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to CDG if you're coming in on a late flight from London to Paris. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience more of Paris and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
CDG is situated at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The center of Paris is around 14 kilometers from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). As soon as your flight from London to Paris has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take around 55 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to ORY. Unwind after your London to Paris flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and be off and running.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY can get you a lower rate.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Travel to the center after your flight from London to Paris has landed. Central Paris is about 72 kilometers from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there in a car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Choose a hotel near BVA and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late London to Paris flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book with reliable names here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from London to Paris for the lowest prices.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London to Paris. June is the most popular month for a trip to Paris. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your London to Paris ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from London to Paris in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Paris right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from London to Paris:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-visits when exploring Paris.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Paris. Around 386 kilometers to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Nantes is another favorite destination in France and is around 338 kilometers south-west of Paris. No trip is complete without experiencing Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.
