Travelling from Paris to London International Airport (YXU): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Paris to London International Airport (YXU), there's a good selection of airports you can depart from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are Paris's main options.
London is five hours behind Paris. London International Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Paris to YXU, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Paris to YXU, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is one option when you're setting off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Paris to London International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Of the departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to YXU flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.56%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
The journey time to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Paris to London International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of BVA is 66.39%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address of Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About London International Airport (YXU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to London International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near YXU:
Pick up a London International Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Avis and National are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks before your Paris to London International Airport flight.
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
Central London is around 10 kilometres from London International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to London International Airport (YXU)
431 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Paris to London International Airport. Return flights start from 569 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Paris to YXU if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Paris to London International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Paris to London International Airport (YXU)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. November is the quietest month to visit London. August is when most people book flights from Paris to London International Airport (YXU), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Paris to YXU plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Paris to London International Airport in January when temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
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 to London International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village are essential stops on your London itinerary.
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London has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-east of London, a trip to Toronto will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
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