Question 1

What is the flight distance between London (LHR) and Paris (CDG)?

Accepted Answer

The shortest Great Circle flight distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) is 347 km (187 nautical miles / 216 statute miles).

Question 2

How long is the flight time from LHR to CDG?

Accepted Answer

The estimated commercial flight time from LHR to CDG is approximately 0h 50m at typical cruising speeds (900 km/h), factoring in prevailing winds and standard 30-minute runway buffers.

Question 3

What is the difference between the Great Circle and Rhumb line route from LHR to CDG?

Accepted Answer

The Great Circle geodesic path is the shortest spherical distance at 347 km. In contrast, the Rhumb line covers 347 km (+0 km (+0.0%) divergence).

Question 4

What is the initial flight heading from LHR to CDG?

Accepted Answer

The initial true forward bearing when departing from LHR toward CDG is 141° SE.