- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Flights from Edinburgh to Paris depart on average 62 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 23:05. The fastest flight covers the 874 km distance in 1h 40m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 874 km |
Average flight duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Flights per day 62 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 5:10 |
Last flight 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£810
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Flights per day
49
Distance
874 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Paris will cost around £810 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £164.
Of the 49 flights that leave Edinburgh for Paris every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 874 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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U23241
U24680
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FR 5591
U23243
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AF1687Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £338.
Distance: 874 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£107 Average Price | £338 Average Price | £94 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Paris flights for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1461 · BA300 | 20:35 Edinburgh Airport | 12h00 | 9:35 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
| Sunday 23 August | |||||
AF1887 | 5:40 Edinburgh Airport | 2h05 | 8:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL922+ KL2013 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 9h15 | 16:00 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL922+ KL2009 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 8h50 | 15:35 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL922 · KL1407 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 6h55 | 13:40 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL922+ KL2023 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 15h05 | 21:50 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL922+ KL2017 | 5:45 Edinburgh Airport | 13h20 | 20:05 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
FR 5591 | 6:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 9:20 Paris Beauvais Tille Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U23241 | 7:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1h55 | 10:00 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1465 · BA306 | 7:55 Edinburgh Airport | 7h20 | 16:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1465 · BA304 | 7:55 Edinburgh Airport | 4h30 | 13:25 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1465 · BA312 | 7:55 Edinburgh Airport | 11h50 | 20:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1467 · BA306 | 8:35 Edinburgh Airport | 6h40 | 16:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1467 · BA312 | 8:35 Edinburgh Airport | 11h10 | 20:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL924+ KL2009 | 9:20 Edinburgh Airport | 5h15 | 15:35 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL924+ KL2013 | 9:20 Edinburgh Airport | 5h40 | 16:00 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1439 · BA306 | 10:05 Edinburgh Airport | 5h10 | 16:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1439 · BA312 | 10:05 Edinburgh Airport | 9h40 | 20:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1439 · BA314 | 10:05 Edinburgh Airport | 11h50 | 22:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA8707+ BA312 | 11:10 Edinburgh Airport | 8h35 | 20:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL926+ KL2017 | 11:10 Edinburgh Airport | 7h55 | 20:05 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL926+ KL2013 | 11:10 Edinburgh Airport | 3h50 | 16:00 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA8707+ BA314 | 11:10 Edinburgh Airport | 10h45 | 22:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA8701+ BA312 | 11:20 Edinburgh Airport | 8h25 | 20:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA8701+ BA314 | 11:20 Edinburgh Airport | 10h35 | 22:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1437 · BA312 | 11:30 Edinburgh Airport | 8h15 | 20:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1437 · BA314 | 11:30 Edinburgh Airport | 10h25 | 22:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
AF1687 | 11:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1h55 | 14:30 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
SN2064 · SN2649+ LH2236 | 12:40 Edinburgh Airport | 6h40 | 20:20 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 changes | |
KL928+ KL2017 | 13:10 Edinburgh Airport | 5h55 | 20:05 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
LH961 · LH122+ LH4196 | 13:30 Edinburgh Airport | 9h05 | 23:35 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 changes | |
LH961 · LH124+ LH4196 | 13:30 Edinburgh Airport | 9h05 | 23:35 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 changes | |
U24680 | 13:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1h55 | 16:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1445 · BA314 | 14:00 Edinburgh Airport | 7h55 | 22:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1445 · BA312 | 14:00 Edinburgh Airport | 5h45 | 20:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA8703+ BA314 | 15:00 Edinburgh Airport | 6h55 | 22:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
U23243 | 15:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1h55 | 18:50 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL932 · KL1401 | 17:05 Edinburgh Airport | 14h05 | 8:10 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
KL932 · KL1405 | 17:05 Edinburgh Airport | 15h25 | 9:30 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1455 · BA314 | 17:10 Edinburgh Airport | 4h45 | 22:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
LH2525+ LH4196 | 17:10 Edinburgh Airport | 5h25 | 23:35 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
LH2525+ LH4192 | 17:10 Edinburgh Airport | 14h10 | 8:20 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
AF1487 | 17:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1h55 | 20:20 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH963 · LH1030 | 18:10 Edinburgh Airport | 15h25 | 10:35 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
BA1457 · BA314 | 18:10 Edinburgh Airport | 3h45 | 22:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
LH963 · LH1028 | 18:10 Edinburgh Airport | 14h30 | 9:40 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
LH963 · LH1034 | 18:10 Edinburgh Airport | 18h35 | 13:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 change | |
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One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport -> Châtelet–Les Halles, Paris
With between twelve and thirty flights from Edinburgh to Paris each day, it is easier than ever to bridge the gap between the French and Scottish capitals. Direct flights allow travellers to complete the 532 mile journey in around two hours while flights with stops at European cities like Brussels and Copenhagen are often chosen by business travellers.
Numerous airlines including British Airways and Vueling cover the popular route. easyJet is one of the most prominent carriers with a range of fast direct flights from Edinburgh to Paris right through the week.
While a direct flight with easyJet is the fastest option at just under two hours, journey times for indirect flights can vary dramatically according to the carrier and the duration of any stopovers.
Weekends tend to be busier with as many as 34 flights from Edinburgh to Paris in one day. Even during the middle of the week, travellers can access up to 17 departures including at least two fast, direct flights with easyJet. Planes leave at approximately hourly or half-hourly intervals from early morning until late evening.
Edinburgh Airport (EDI):The airport is close to both the M8 and M9 motorways and 8.6 miles from the city centre. It is easy to reach by tram from key stops like Princes Street while passengers making the transition from train to tram can do so at Haymarket or Edinburgh Park. Over 100 buses per day also ferry fliers to the airport. Both long and short-term parking is available.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG):The airport is one of three serving Paris along with Orly and Beauvois and well connected to the city centre by public transport links. The RER line B and SNCF train services offer the fastest routes into the city and departures are from the lower level. Taxis are readily available, as are car rental outlets for those who prefer to drive. The modern airport also boasts a good range of shops and restaurants.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Paris by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Paris flights use the Edinburgh Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Paris Beauvais Tille Airport. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Paris airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Edinburgh Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 4 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport; premium high-speed access is also offered. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Paris Beauvais Tille Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Beauvais Tille Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Beauvais Tille Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Paris Orly Airport is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Orly Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Orly Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Orly Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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