Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne) to London (ORY–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ORY–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Vueling and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 203 miles in approximately 1h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 50 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY Vueling | 14 | 320 | 1h03-1h10 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 7 | 320 | 1h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne)
| Metric | ORY→LGW | CDG→LGW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORY | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 36 |
| Flight time | 1h 3m | 0h 51m |
Travel Essentials
ORY: CET · LGW: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne), it's 5:00 PM in London.
French passport holders visit the UK visa-free for up to 6 months for tourism or business. Since April 2025, you must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before traveling. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and is linked to your passport number. Carriers check ETA status before boarding. You cannot work on a visitor entry.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
ORY–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORY to LGW
Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and Vueling. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ORY to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORY to LGW ranges from 1 hours 3 minutes to 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 203 miles (326 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
50 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via OVD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG).