LHR to CDG Route Guide
London, United Kingdom → Paris, France
Quick answer
EGLL (London, United Kingdom) to LFPG (Paris, France) is a 188 NM (348 km / 216 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 141° (SE). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 36m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
188 NM
348 km / 216 mi
Initial Bearing
141° (SE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 36m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,064 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
Arrival Elevation
392 ft
LFPG
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 188 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LHR-CDG should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between LHR and CDG?
188 nautical miles (348 km / 216 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from London to Paris?
Approximately 1h 36m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LHR-CDG?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
141° true (SE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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