Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is one hour ahead of London, where London City Airport is located. Paris follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your LCY to Paris flight, allow plenty of 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 peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from LCY to Paris. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of London, LCY can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London City Airport to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LCY:
London City Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart LCY arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Paris
114 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London City Airport to Paris flight. A return ticket right now is 223 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from LCY to Paris, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London City Airport to Paris. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from LCY to Paris.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is around 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from London City Airport to Paris has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LCY to Paris flight:
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from London City Airport to Paris and head for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Paris is around 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near BVA after your LCY to Paris flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Around three weeks before your flight from London City Airport to Paris is a good time to book your vehicle from BVA. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
July is the most popular month for flights from London City Airport to Paris. To escape the crowds, head to Paris in January.
Book a London City Airport to Paris plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LCY to Paris in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from London City Airport to Paris, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are leading attractions which should be on every Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Paris will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of France you should also see. About 386 kilometres southeast of Paris, a trip to Lyon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.