Compare flight prices from British Airways, Air France, easyJet and more. Direct flights from $45 round trip. The London to Paris flight takes 1h 15m direct.
| Route | London (LHR) → Paris (CDG) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 340 km (211 miles) |
| Flight time | 1h 15m |
| Direct flights | Yes |
| Prices from | $45 round trip |
| Best months to fly | Year-round |
The London to Paris route is one of the most popular air corridors connecting LHR and CDG. With 4 airlines competing on this route, travelers can find competitive fares starting from $45 for a round trip. Direct flights take approximately 1h 15m, covering a distance of 340 km.
Average round-trip prices from London to Paris by month. Highlighted months typically offer the best deals.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $61 | $59 | $64 | $63 | $64 | $57 | $60 | $60 | $60 | $49 | $49 | $54 |
Prices are estimates based on historical data and may vary. Use the search widget above for current fares.
The following airlines operate direct flights on this route:
Consider the Eurostar train as a competitive alternative (~2h 15m city center to city center). Budget airlines from Stansted/Luton to Beauvais/Orly are cheapest but factor in transfer costs.
For the best prices, we recommend comparing across multiple booking platforms:
Near London: LGW (Gatwick), STN (Stansted), LTN (Luton). It is worth searching these alternatives — budget airlines often price them well below main airport fares.
Near Paris: ORY (Orly), BVA (Beauvais). Budget carriers frequently use smaller airports nearby. The fares are lower, but add ground transport costs to your comparison before deciding.
Once you've booked your flight from London to Paris:
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With 4 airlines competing on London–Paris, price wars work in your favor — particularly when low-cost carriers force full-service airlines to match base fares on the same corridor.
Seasonal swings on London–Paris can be dramatic: shoulder-season fares often run 25–40% below peak pricing. The monthly price table above shows exactly when the dips happen on this corridor.
On a short-haul route like this, 3–6 weeks out is the sweet spot for booking. Fares tend to be stable until about two weeks before departure, then spike sharply. Begin with Google Flights for its calendar view, then run the same search on Skyscanner and the Kiwi.com widget above — different platforms pull different deals.
For London–Paris, also check train or bus alternatives. On routes under 4 hours flying time, surface transport can be competitive on both price and total door-to-door time once you factor in airport procedures.
On a 1h 15m flight, the biggest differentiator between airlines is not the onboard product — it is punctuality. Check on-time performance records before choosing, especially if you have a tight connection or appointment.
Ground transport from the airport to the city center is worth researching in advance. Pre-booked transfers are often cheaper and more reliable than taxi queues, especially at unfamiliar airports.
After comparing fares from British Airways, Air France, easyJet and Vueling, we found that price gaps between airlines on this route can exceed $200 for the same travel dates. The carrier with the lowest base fare is not always cheapest after adding baggage and seat selection — always compare the total cost at checkout.
You can get competitive fares if you track prices over 2–3 weeks before committing. Flight prices on this corridor follow predictable seasonal patterns, so timing your purchase around shoulder-season dates gives you the best balance of price and availability.
Search London to Paris fares using the widget above, which pulls live prices from Kiwi.com. For a second opinion, check Skyscanner's "whole month" view — it shows you the cheapest day to fly at a glance.
If the price you see today looks reasonable compared to the monthly averages in our table above, book it. Waiting for a further drop is a gamble that more often results in paying more, not less.
Flights from London to Paris start from $45 round trip. Prices vary by season — the cheapest months are typically Year-round. Use the search widget above to compare current prices.
A direct flight from London (LHR) to Paris (CDG) takes approximately 1h 15m. The distance is 340 km (211 miles).
Airlines operating flights from London to Paris include British Airways, Air France, easyJet, Vueling.
The cheapest months to fly from London to Paris are Year-round. Booking 6-8 weeks in advance and being flexible with travel dates will help you find the lowest fares.
Yes, alternative airports near Paris include ORY (Orly), BVA (Beauvais). Alternate airports may have lower fares, especially on budget carriers. Account for transfer logistics in your comparison.
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