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Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Flights from Stansted Mountfitchet to Paris depart on average 98 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £133 if you book in advance.
There are 25 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 371 km distance in 1h 10m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 371 km |
Average flight duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £133 |
Flights per day 98 |
Direct flights 25 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 23:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 49 days |
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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
There are no direct flights from Stansted to Paris. With indirect options requiring lengthy detours via Vienna or Istanbul, it is more practical for Londoners heading to the French city to use the 20-plus daily direct connections from London Luton, Gatwick, Heathrow and City airports with various airlines. The fastest journey times are just over an hour from London to Paris.
There are no direct flights from Stansted to Paris but airlines offering direct connections from London airports to the French capital include budget carrier easyJet, which flies direct from London Luton to Paris Charles de Gaulle, Air France, flying from Heathrow to Charles de Gaulle, and Vueling, departing from Gatwick to Charles de Gaulle.
With no Stansted direct flights available, the fastest option on the 214-mile route from London to Paris is the BA Cityflyer route from London City Airport to Paris Orly taking 1 hour 5 minutes. Most connections take 5 to 10 minutes longer for the trip.
There are no direct flights from Stansted to Paris but departures from other London airports offer over 20 direct connections from Sunday to Friday. The Saturday schedule has slightly fewer direct departures. Takeoff times range from early morning to late evening.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Paris flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Paris Orly Airport. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Paris airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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 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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