Flying from Paris to London: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Paris to London, there's a good selection of airports to depart from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are some of Paris's main options.
Make your landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or one of London's other airports. They include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
1 hour 11 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Paris to London. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is 1 hour behind Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 383 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Paris to London is with British Airways at 22:25. Go for the first CDG to LHR departure with British Airways at 07:00 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from Paris to London, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from France. But before reserving your cheap flight from Paris to London, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leave from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a direct flight from Paris to London. These London airports seamlessly connect to CDG:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Well-known airlines that offer direct flights from Paris to London out of CDG include:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Paris to London. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
CDG is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 44 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Paris to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Direct flights from Paris to London also operate out of Paris Orly Airport (ORY), so consider departing from this hub. ORY offers nonstop connections to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Get on your direct flight from Paris to London with Vueling. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of ORY.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Paris to London, check out these options when leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport:
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 57 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to London, take it easy in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 57 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Paris to London. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Paris to London has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from Paris to London, kick back at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to London
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to London is C$51. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$101. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from Paris to London, reserve your journey 3 months before the departure date.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Paris to London. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Paris to London. To steer clear of the crowds, go to London in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Paris to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Paris to London in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Paris to London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your London itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
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