Crossing brief
How far is it from United Kingdom to France?
London to Paris
- Distance
- 344 km
- In miles
- 213 mi
- Flight time
- 57 min
- Time change
- 1 h east
Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (London and Paris); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.
This is a short-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, France is the #2 closest to United Kingdom, making it one of the closer destinations.
Crossing from United Kingdom to France
The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.
| Time on arrival | You fly east and lose 1 h. On arrival your body clock reads 1 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to. |
|---|---|
| Power | Pack a plug adapter — France uses Type C/E sockets your United Kingdom plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V). |
| Money | 1 GBP = 1.167 EUR — exchange Pound Sterling for Euro before or on arrival. |
Common questions
How far is United Kingdom from France?
About 344 km (213 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.
How long is the flight from United Kingdom to France?
A non-stop flight takes roughly 57 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.
Will I be jet-lagged flying to France?
You fly east and lose 1 h. On arrival your body clock reads 1 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
Updated July 2, 2026