Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Paris and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Paris is one hour ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Paris observes the UTC+1 timezone.
With 24 weekly flights between the two airports, London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from LGW to CDG is with easyJet at 20:15.
Leave enough time to catch your LGW to Paris flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct London Gatwick Airport to Paris tickets are available for booking. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is where you'll step off the plane.
easyJet is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Paris.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from LGW to Paris with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LGW:
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Paris
R 458 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Paris flight. Return flight tickets start from R 1,090. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from LGW to Paris by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap London Gatwick Airport to Paris tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before your flight from LGW to Paris can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is around 19 kilometres from central Paris. Following your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 55 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LGW to Paris flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Paris Orly Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from ORY one week in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 88 kilometres from the centre of Paris. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Paris.
The journey takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near BVA after your LGW to Paris flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Take control of the next chapter of your journey with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.
About three weeks ahead of your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Paris is a good time to book your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to get a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Plan your trip to Paris in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Paris in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your London Gatwick Airport to Paris flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LGW to Paris around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Paris right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Paris:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to discover more of France. Journey around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its popular sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Nantes is another standout destination in France and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. No trip is complete without dropping by Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.