Flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
London is one hour behind Paris, where Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
With 92 weekly flights between the two airports, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from CDG to LHR is with British Airways at 22:25.
For a relaxed start to your CDG to London flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London ticket. Head out from CDG and then touch down at one of these London airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London Southend Airport (SEN)
Choose from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it easy to book plane tickets from CDG to London with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Traveling from central Paris to CDG takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near CDG? If you're boarding an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London flight is $39. The cheapest price for a return flight is $64. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from CDG to London by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
November is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kilometers. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
Book a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CDG to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is located around 48 kilometers from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Once your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to LGW. Kick back and get cozy after your CDG to London flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can help you lock in a better rate.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Make your way to the city center after your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London has arrived. Central London is about 56 kilometers from London Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 45 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by checking in to a hotel near STN after your CDG to London flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
About four weeks before your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London is a good time to secure your vehicle from STN. You're more likely to land a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to London
January is the quietest month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to London based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CDG to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to London:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are just two of the top attractions to add to your London must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kilometers northwest to Manchester to tick off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, your itinerary will be busy.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometers northwest of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.