Flying from Paris to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Paris to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Explore your options for heading out from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Paris to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. There are 88 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with British Airways at 10:25pm. Opt for the first CDG to LHR departure operated by British Airways at 7am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Paris to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Get to your destination in one go from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Nonstop flights from Paris to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) operate from here.
You can book a direct flight from Paris to London Heathrow Airport with British Airways. This top carrier offers services from CDG.
British Airways is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from CDG to LHR.
British Airways is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Paris to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% land on time at their destination.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can book a direct Paris to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) plane ticket out of Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Decide if leaving from ORY is a better fit for your trip.
Vueling operates direct flights from Paris to LHR leaving from ORY. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Vueling is the most popular choice for passengers flying from ORY to LHR.
Among the carriers operating flights between Paris Orly Airport and London Heathrow Airport, Vueling has the most consistent on-time performance.
ORY is around 19 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to LHR flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.56%.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Reserve a plane ticket from Paris to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) out of Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between BVA and LHR are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 88 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Paris to London Heathrow Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down when they should. At BVA, that figure is 66.39%.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Paris to London Heathrow Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is about 26 kilometres from central London. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to London Heathrow Airport is R 669. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,368. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Paris to LHR.
The best month for landing cheap Paris to London Heathrow Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Paris to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
February is the quietest month for flights from Paris to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Paris to LHR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Paris to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Paris to London Heathrow Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are top sights which should feature on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen London. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.