Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is 1 hour ahead of London, where London City Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from LCY to Paris.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from LCY to Paris with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You don't need a visa for France if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from London City Airport to Paris, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
LCY is around 11 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Have an early flight from London City Airport to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LCY:
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Paris
R 1,776 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London City Airport to Paris. Return flights start at R 4,174. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LCY to Paris if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a ticket from London City Airport to Paris.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from London City Airport to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Paris. Following your flight from London City Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 57 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near ORY. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from LCY to Paris at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the most popular month to board a flight from London City Airport to Paris while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Paris, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from London City Airport to Paris in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from LCY to Paris sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Paris, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are top attractions which should be on every Paris itinerary.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Paris and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London City Airport to Paris.