Cheap Flights to France from the UK

Flights to France from the UK are some of the shortest in Europe. Paris is around an hour and a quarter from London, while Nice, Marseille and Toulouse in the south take around two hours. Paris, Nice, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille and Toulouse all have direct flights from the UK, many of them all year. France is one hour ahead of the UK all year.

TravelApp UK is a travel agency that can help you compare flights to France and, where available, combine them with a hotel and airport transfer. You can spread the cost with instalments, Klarna or Fly Now Pay Later on eligible bookings. Send your dates, departure airport, destination and number of travellers, and the team will come back with suitable options.

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French Airports with Direct Flights from the UK

France has more UK routes than almost any other country. The right airport depends on whether you want a city break, the Riviera, a ski trip or a holiday in the countryside.

Flight times are approximate and slightly longer from northern England and Scotland. Smaller airports, including Bergerac, Limoges, La Rochelle, Montpellier, Biarritz and Corsica, have seasonal UK flights. Skiers also fly to Geneva in Switzerland, Grenoble and Chambéry for the French Alps.

UK Departure Airports to France: Flight Matrix

Direct flights to France are operated by easyJet, British Airways, Air France, Ryanair, Jet2 and Wizz Air. Paris and Nice have the widest choice of UK departure airports.

Not every airline flies to every French airport from each UK airport, and some routes run only in certain seasons or on certain days. Check the route for your destination and dates.

All year: Paris has frequent flights from London and most large regional airports all year. Nice, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille and Toulouse also have year-round flights from London.

Seasonal: Extra flights to Nice start in spring for the summer season, and ski flights to Lyon, Geneva, Grenoble and Chambéry run from December to April.

New for 2027: Jet2 plans to add Paris flights from Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands from March 2027.

Flights to France from London

London has the most flights to France, from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, Southend and London City. British Airways and Air France fly between Heathrow and Paris, while easyJet flies from Gatwick and Luton to most of France's main cities. Travellers in the South East can compare flights from London across all the London airports.

Flights to France from Manchester

Manchester has direct flights to Paris, Nice, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux and Toulouse. Air France and easyJet fly to Paris, while Jet2 adds summer flights to Nice and plans Paris flights from March 2027. Travellers in the North can compare flights from Manchester for available routes to France.

Flights to France from Birmingham

In the Midlands, flights from Birmingham offer direct routes to Paris with Air France and easyJet, plus Nice, Bordeaux and Toulouse. Ryanair adds Toulouse flights from October 2026, subject to route availability.

Flights to France from Bristol

Bristol has direct flights to Nice, Bordeaux and Toulouse, which are popular for the Riviera and south-west France. There are currently no direct flights from Bristol to Paris. Travellers in the South West can compare flights from Bristol when planning their trip.

Flights to France from Newcastle

Air France and easyJet fly direct from Newcastle to Paris, and easyJet adds summer flights to Nice. From Paris Charles de Gaulle, Air France connects to many other French cities. Travellers in the North East can compare flights from Newcastle when planning their trip.

Flights to France from Edinburgh and Glasgow

Edinburgh has the widest choice of French routes from Scotland, with flights to Paris, Nice, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux and Toulouse. Glasgow has easyJet flights to Paris and Bordeaux. Travellers in Scotland can compare flights from Edinburgh and flights from Glasgow when looking for suitable departure options.

These departure-airport pages cover wider flight options from each airport, not only France.

Not sure which airport and destination combination works for your dates? Speak to Our Team

Getting from the Airport to the City or Resort

Most French airports have a direct rail, tram or express bus link to the city centre. For resorts and the countryside, a pre-booked transfer or car hire is usually easier.

Journey times are approximate and depend on traffic, the time of day and the season.

Rail and trams: In Paris, Nice, Lyon, Bordeaux and Toulouse, public transport from the airport is often the quickest way into the centre at busy times.

Private and ski transfers: A pre-booked transfer takes you straight to your hotel, villa or ski chalet. This is especially useful for Alpine resorts, late arrivals and families with luggage.

Car hire: Car hire is popular for Provence, the Dordogne and south-west France, where many villages and holiday homes are not served by public transport.

If you would like a transfer arranged, ask for available transfer options to be priced alongside your flight or holiday quote.

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Top Places to Visit in France

Discover the beauty and culture of France as you explore France. From the iconic landmarks of Paris to the serene landscapes of Provence, there is so much to see and experience. 

Paris

Paris is the most popular French city break, with frequent flights from London and most large UK airports. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and Notre-Dame stand along the banks of the Seine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Montmartre and the Palace of Versailles are easy trips from the centre by metro or train.

Nice and the French Riviera

Nice is a UNESCO-listed winter resort town, with the Promenade des Anglais, a pebble beach and an old town of narrow lanes. The airport is on the edge of the city, and trains link Nice with Cannes, Antibes, Monaco and Menton along the coast. It suits a city break in spring and autumn as well as a summer beach holiday.

Provence

Provence is known for lavender fields, hilltop villages and Roman sites. The Historic Centre of Avignon, with the Palace of the Popes, is around an hour from Marseille Airport. Car hire is the easiest way to explore the villages of the Luberon and the Alpilles.

Lyon

Lyon is France's best-known food city, with traditional bouchon restaurants and the covered market of Les Halles Paul Bocuse. The Historic Site of Lyon includes the Renaissance lanes of Vieux Lyon and the Fourvière hill. In winter, Lyon Airport is also a gateway to the French Alps.

Bordeaux

Bordeaux, known as the Port of the Moon, is a UNESCO-listed city on the River Garonne. The Place de la Bourse, the Water Mirror and the Cité du Vin are the main sights in the centre. Vineyards in Saint-Émilion and the Médoc are within an hour by road or rail.

Toulouse and Carcassonne

Toulouse is known as the Pink City for its terracotta brick buildings, and it is home to the Cité de l'Espace space museum. The Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne, with its double ring of walls and towers, is around an hour by road or train. Both are good bases for exploring south-west France.

The French Alps

The French Alps include some of Europe's largest ski areas, such as the Three Valleys, Chamonix and Val d'Isère. Most UK skiers fly to Geneva, Lyon, Grenoble or Chambéry, then transfer by road. In summer, the same resorts are popular for walking, cycling and lake holidays.

Planning a trip to one of these destinations? Send your dates and preferred area to the team, and they can quote flights and hotels together.

Spread the Cost: Instalments, Klarna and Fly Now Pay Later

A family summer holiday in the south of France or a ski trip in the Alps can be a big cost to pay in one go. TravelApp UK offers several ways to pay for eligible bookings.

• Fly Now Pay Later: Secure your booking with a deposit and pay the balance in agreed instalments before you travel.

• Instalment plans: Spread the cost of your flights or holiday over a payment schedule agreed with the team.

• Klarna: Pay with Klarna where it is available for your booking, and split the cost into smaller payments.

Payment options depend on the fare, the airline's ticketing rules, the type of booking and how far ahead you travel. Klarna is subject to its own eligibility checks, and missed payments can affect your ability to use Klarna and your credit score. If an instalment is missed, your booking may be cancelled, so make sure the payment dates suit your budget.

The team will confirm the deposit, payment dates and total cost before you book, and the TravelApp booking conditions explain how deposits, payments and cancellations work.

Ask about payment options for your trip.

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Why Book Flights to France with TravelApp UK

Flight comparison websites are useful for checking fares, but they usually show a flight-only price. Hold luggage, ski carriage, seat selection and the transfer to your hotel or resort are often added later, either at checkout or in separate bookings. On a short flight, these extras can be a large share of the total cost.

Delays and cancellations: Strikes, winter weather and summer peaks can all disrupt flights to France. If you booked your flight and hotel separately, a cancelled flight can leave you dealing with the airline and the hotel on your own. With a package, one organiser is responsible for the whole holiday and must help when part of it changes.

ATOL protection: ATOL protection applies to qualifying package holidays and flight-inclusive bookings. It does not cover every standalone flight or hotel. The Civil Aviation Authority explains what ATOL covers. Ask the team whether your booking is ATOL protected before you pay.

Packages: To combine flights, a hotel and transfers, browse holiday packages from the UK or ask the team to price a flight and hotel together for your chosen city or resort.

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How to Find Cheap Flights to France

Compare destinations as well as dates. Paris, Nice, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille and Toulouse often have different prices on the same dates. If you are flexible about where you go, comparing two or three can give you more choice.

Avoid the busiest weeks. Fares usually rise over UK school holidays, especially summer and February half term for ski trips. If you are not tied to school dates, comparing other weeks may give you more options.

Fly midweek for city breaks. Flights to Paris and other cities are often busiest on Fridays and Sundays. A midweek city break can give you more choice of flights and hotels.

Price the full trip. Low-cost fares often include only a small under-seat bag. Check the hand luggage rules for UK airlines, then add hold luggage, ski carriage and your transfer before comparing totals. The best budget airlines for UK travellers can work out differently once seats and bags are added.

Check late availability. Outside school holidays, last-minute flight deals can appear, although they are less reliable at peak times.

Planning around half term or the summer holidays? Contact Us and the team can check availability across several dates.

Find Cheap Flights to France with TravelApp UK

With six main airports and more than 15 UK departure points, the right flight to France depends on where you live, when you can travel, how much luggage you need and where you are staying. A late arrival suits a stay in central Paris or Nice, but less so a ski transfer to the Alps.

To get help comparing the options, send the team your travel details, including:

• Departure airport: Your nearest airport, plus any others you would consider.

• Destination: The city, region or resort you have in mind, or the type of trip you want if you are undecided.

• Dates: Your preferred dates and how flexible they are.

• Baggage: How many cabin and hold bags each traveller needs, plus any ski or sports equipment.

• Payment: Whether you would like to pay in instalments, with Klarna or with Fly Now Pay Later.

The team will come back with available flights for your dates. Where it suits your trip, they can also suggest hotel and transfer options. What each quote includes, such as hold luggage or transfers, depends on the fare and the options you choose, so check the details before you confirm. TravelApp UK is an ATOL holder, and eligible flight bookings receive an ATOL Certificate.

For a quick question before you send an enquiry, you can also get in touch with the team by phone or email.

Request Your TravelApp UK Quote for France Flights

Send the team your departure airport, destination, travel dates, number of travellers and baggage needs. They will quote flights, transfers and hotel options together, with ATOL protection on eligible bookings and instalment, Klarna or Fly Now Pay Later options where available. Fares and seat availability change, so a quote reflects the prices on the day it is issued.

Prefer to talk it through? Call +44 20 3137 0990 or email info@travelapp.co.uk.

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