Travelling from London to Paris: what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Paris, you'll have a good choice of airports to jet out of. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Paris has a number of airports you can jet into. Disembark at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
The average duration of a direct London to Paris flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
With 89 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from London to Paris with Air France at 06:15. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from LHR to CDG is with British Airways at 20:55.
Leave plenty of time to get on your London to Paris flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Start your trip at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which offers multiple direct flights from London to Paris. From LHR, you can fly straight into Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
Top carriers that offer direct London to Paris plane tickets from LHR include:
We make it a cinch to find a London to Paris flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London to Paris? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
78% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Direct flights from London to Paris are available at London Gatwick Airport (LGW), so consider leaving from this popular hub. LGW offers nonstop services to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
LGW has a variety of airlines that offer direct London to Paris plane tickets. Board your flight with one of these:
Split up your London to Paris flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Paris include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
You can get to LGW from central London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from London to Paris? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
London Gatwick Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 83% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
You can take a direct flight from London to Paris leaving from London Stansted Airport (STN). Book your ticket from STN and fly nonstop to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Get ready for takeoff with easyJet. It offers direct London to Paris plane tickets from STN.
You can reserve a ticket from London to Paris with a stop or two departing from London Stansted Airport (STN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and Paris:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
STN is roughly 48 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Paris flight:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving on time, STN is a dependable starting point for any journey.
Arriving in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to CDG if you have a late flight from London to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from London to Paris has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from London to Paris, settle in at a hotel close to ORY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long taxi lines. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at ORY can get you a lower rate.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from London to Paris and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by choosing a hotel near BVA after your London to Paris flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Take control of the next leg of your trip with a Paris Beauvais Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from BVA about three weeks ahead of your flight from London to Paris. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
The address for Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Paris. To avoid the crowds, head to Paris in March.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your London to Paris ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap flights from London to Paris around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from London to Paris, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay are top sights which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey about 386 kilometres southeast to Lyon to tick off its leading sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Les Machines de l’île Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.