flights.net LHR → CDG
- Distance
- 216 mi
- Carriers
- 2
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a intra-European route of about 216 miles. One of Europe's busiest short-haul business shuttles, where British Airways and Air France run frequent flag-carrier service. London to Paris competes directly with Eurostar rail for time-sensitive travelers.
Connecting London, United Kingdom with Paris, France, this is one of the more travelled intra-European city pairs. Carriers fly the roughly 216-mile sector nonstop in about 56m. Departures use London Heathrow Airport, a 4 terminals airport that is a base for British Airways, Virgin Atlantic; arrivals land at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, which has 3 terminals and anchors Air France. With hub operations at both ends, frequencies and schedules on the LHR–CDG sector stay competitive year-round.
Route facts
| Route | London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) |
|---|---|
| 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 London to Paris. 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 London and Paris. The exact type varies by airline, frequency and season.
Best time to fly
April through June and September give both cities their mildest weather and longest days. Spring shoulder season offers lower fares.
Connecting your trip
Planning departure or arrival logistics? See our airport guides for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) for terminals, hub airlines and the other routes each airport serves.
Fares & booking
Fares on the London to Paris 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 LHR–CDG 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 London to Paris?
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is about 216 miles (348 km) by great-circle distance. A nonstop flight takes approximately 56m.
- Which airlines fly nonstop from London to Paris?
- British Airways and Air France operate nonstop service from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
- What aircraft are used on the LHR to CDG route?
- Carriers typically operate the Airbus A320, Airbus A319 and Embraer E190 on the London–Paris route.
- When is the best time to fly from London to Paris?
- April through June and September give both cities their mildest weather and longest days. Spring shoulder season offers lower fares.
- Is LHR to CDG a nonstop flight?
- Yes. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a directional nonstop route flown by 2 carriers; connecting itineraries via other hubs are also widely available.
- What countries does the LHR to CDG route connect?
- This route links London, United Kingdom with Paris, France.
- Which airports does the London to Paris route use?
- Flights depart London Heathrow Airport (LHR/EGLL) in London and arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG/LFPG) in Paris.
Data sources
- Airport identity and geography courtesy of OurAirports (ourairports.com); carriers and aircraft curated editorially.