How to get to Paris from London

London to Paris Flights

There are approx. six daily direct London to Paris flightswith an average flight time of about 1h 30min. flight time, with a minimum of about 21 and a maximum of about 30 flights per week. You can also get connecting service along this route with stopovers via Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Passengers on flights from London to Paris involving stopovers in Barcelona should expect them to last between 1h 20min-8h 10min.

About Paris

Paris is one of the great historical capitals in Europe and is a global centre for commerce, arts and fashion, education and tourism. The North Atlantic Current provides the city with a mild if sometimes wet climate. Summer days are warm and pleasant with plenty of sunshine while winters are generally mild with temps rarely dipping below freezing which is perfect for seasonal trips from London to Paris. The currency used in Paris is the Euro dollar, so you should expect similar purchasing power as you would in London. Dinner time is typically between 07:00 p.m.-09:00 p.m. but it’s not uncommon to find restaurants busy later in the evening. The nightlife in Paris is legendary and if you’re excited to explore the city after your flight from London to Paris you should expect to find many bars and clubs open til the early morning hours or even later in some districts.

How to Travel from London to Paris

Travelling between the British and the French capital can be done by plane, train, or bus and can take as little as 2.5 hours. Some of the most visited places in London include the British Museum, Westminster, and Hyde Park. In addition to its many museums, the most popular places to visit while in Paris are the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, and the Luxembourg Gardens.

Travelling London-Paris

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Trains from London to Paris | Buses from London to Paris | Flights from London to Paris

Train: Train travel between these European cities is provided by Eurostar, which operates hourly high-speed trains from early morning until the evening. Trains depart from London St Pancras International, and on average take 2 hours and 15 minutes to reach Paris Gare du Nord.

What is the fastest way to travel from London to Paris?

The quickest method of travel from London to Paris is by taking the train, with the direct Eurostar taking not much more than 2 hours to cover the distance. In fact, the London-Paris route is one of a number of major European travel routes that are quicker on the train than by flying, once the waiting time and airport transit time are taken into consideration. There are 14 Eurostar services a day, departing from London St. Pancras International and arriving at Gare du Nord in the north of Paris.

Public transport in Paris

The city of Paris is served by three international airports including Paris Charles de Gaulle which is principal port of entry into the city. Ile-de-France Mobilites (IDFM), the municipal transport authority administer a robust public transport system consisting of commuter, suburban (RER) and intercity railway network services anchored by TGV high-speed trains which is operated by SNCF. RATP operates the city’s comprehensive bus, tram and metro systems as well as a syndicate of private bus providers known as Optile. There is also a municipal bike-sharing program throughout the city of Paris.

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Important bus & train stations, airports to Paris

Arrival flight station, airport: Paris Charles de Gaulle is the primary international gateway to the city of Paris and the largest airport in France. It is located about 17 miles (27 km) or approx. 27min by car, about 40min by train and about 46min by bus from Central Paris (Gare du Nord). Facilities at Paris Charles de Gaulle include hotels and lounges, WC with baby-changing facilities, shops and restaurants, ATMs and currency exchange facilities, medical services, luggage storage, car hire centre, an Information Desk and free Wi-Fi. Paris CDG Airport is fully accessible to passengers with reduced mobility. Paris Orly Airport is the second busiest airport in Paris with a location about 12 miles (20 km) or 22min by car, 45min by train and approx. 48min via bus from Central Paris. Among the facilities at Paris Orly are hotels, lounges, WC with baby-changing facilities, shops and restaurants, ATMs, currency exchange facilities, medical services, luggage storage, car hire centre, an Information Desk and free Wi-Fi. Paris Orly Airport is also fully accessible to passengers with reduced mobility.

Which companies travel to Paris?

Air France and Vueling are two airlines providing London to Paris flights with multiple daily departures from London metro airports to the two major airports in Paris. Both carriers combine for at least six daily flights with a minimum of 42 flights many of which require connections. Air France provides the majority of direct service from London to Paris while Vueling is responsible for practically all of the connecting flights. The shortest trip from takes about 1h 20min via Air France while the longest flight on Vueling requires about 12h 15min due to an overnight stopover in Barcelona.

Air France flights to Paris

Air Franceoffers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport with at least three daily departures for a minimum of about 21 and a maximum of about 25 flights per week. The journey by plane from London to Paris via Air France takes about 1h 30min on average though some flights make the trip in about 1h 20min which is fastest journey on the route. The busiest days for service from London to Paris on Air France are Fri-Mon with about four flights in some cases.

Vueling flights to Paris

Vuelingflights from London to Paris depart London Gatwick Airport enroute to Paris Orly Airport with a minimum of three daily departures and a maximum of about six departures on the busiest days (Sunday, Thursday). Of the approx. 30 Vueling flights per week less than five of them are direct trips with the remainder requiring connections at Barcelona –El Prat Airport. These stopovers can extend the journey from London to Paris by as many as 8h with overnight stays in some cases for a total duration of about 12h 15min.

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Travel to Paris – travel tips

Paris is undoubtedly one of the great museum capitals of the world. The signature pyramidal architecture of the Louvre introduces it as the world’s largest museum and one of the most visited places in the city thanks in large part to its most famous exhibit – the Mona Lisa. Of course, Paris also boasts one of the world’s most iconic landmarks in the Eifel Tower, so visiting both should definitely be on your shortlist of things to do in the city once you’ve settled in after your flight from London to Paris.

If the queues are too long at the Louvre, hop over to Centre Pompidou whose unique architecture houses the largest modern art collection in Europe. When it comes to gastronomy Paris gets five Michelin stars and millions flock each year to its bistros, diners, cafes and fine dining establishments just to sample their creations. Café au Coin is an excellent choice for those on a fixed budget: café is served at 08:00 a.m. and you can enjoy wine and pizza even in the early morning hours. Vegans and vegetarians will go ohh-la-la for the menu at Soya which regularly doles out generous portions with couscous dishes as house highlights.

Flights London to Paris