flights.net CDG → LHR
- Distance
- 216 mi
- Carriers
- 2
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a intra-European route of about 216 miles. The eastbound-to-westbound half of the Paris-London shuttle, dense with corporate and connecting demand. Paris to London runs near-hourly flag-carrier frequencies against high-speed rail.
Connecting Paris, France with London, United Kingdom, this is one of the more travelled intra-European city pairs. Carriers fly the roughly 216-mile sector nonstop in about 56m. Departures use Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, a 3 terminals airport that is a base for Air France; arrivals land at London Heathrow Airport, which has 4 terminals and anchors British Airways, Virgin Atlantic. With hub operations at both ends, frequencies and schedules on the CDG–LHR sector stay competitive year-round.
Route facts
| Route | Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → London Heathrow Airport (LHR) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 216 miles |
| Nonstop flight time | approximately 56m |
| Nonstop carriers | 2 |
| Aircraft types | Airbus A320, Airbus A319, Embraer E190 |
| Market | intra-European |
Carriers on this route
British Airways, Air France operate nonstop service from Paris to London. On-time performance and cancellation rates appear here once this route's BTS data is baked.
- British Airways (BA)
- Air France (AF)
Aircraft on this route
Carriers typically operate the Airbus A320, Airbus A319, Embraer E190 between Paris and London. The exact type varies by airline, frequency and season.
Best time to fly
Late spring and early fall offer pleasant London weather and steady operations. Avoid peak-summer congestion at both major hubs.
Connecting your trip
Planning departure or arrival logistics? See our airport guides for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) for terminals, hub airlines and the other routes each airport serves.
Fares & booking
Fares on the Paris to London route move with season and demand; booking roughly two to eight weeks ahead usually beats walk-up prices, and midweek departures tend to be cheaper than weekends. We show indicative cached fares for CDG–LHR where available and link out to live Skyscanner search for current, bookable prices.
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is the flight from Paris to London?
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is about 216 miles (348 km) by great-circle distance. A nonstop flight takes approximately 56m.
- Which airlines fly nonstop from Paris to London?
- British Airways and Air France operate nonstop service from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
- What aircraft are used on the CDG to LHR route?
- Carriers typically operate the Airbus A320, Airbus A319 and Embraer E190 on the Paris–London route.
- When is the best time to fly from Paris to London?
- Late spring and early fall offer pleasant London weather and steady operations. Avoid peak-summer congestion at both major hubs.
- Is CDG to LHR a nonstop flight?
- Yes. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a directional nonstop route flown by 2 carriers; connecting itineraries via other hubs are also widely available.
- What countries does the CDG to LHR route connect?
- This route links Paris, France with London, United Kingdom.
- Which airports does the Paris to London route use?
- Flights depart Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG/LFPG) in Paris and arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR/EGLL) in London.
Data sources
- Airport identity and geography courtesy of OurAirports (ourairports.com); carriers and aircraft curated editorially.