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It is possible to fly direct from Edinburgh Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris when you fly with EasyJet and AirFrance. With other airlines flying to Charles de Gaulle, you may have to make one stopover. When you fly to Beauvais Airport in Paris, your journey will also usually involve one stop. It is also possible to book flights to Orly Airport in Paris with multiple airlines. Again, most flights to Orly will only involve one stopover, although on some routes you may have to make two stops.

There are children’s play areas inside the Departures Hall at Edinburgh Airport. These play areas are located near Gate 2 and Gate 21 and are conveniently located near places to eat and places to grab a coffee.

All three of Paris’ main airports are well connected to the city centre. If you land at Charles de Gaulle Airport, you can take the RER B train line from the stations inside Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Tickets for this line cost between €6-12 (£5-10) and the journey takes between 30-40min. Shuttle bus services also run from the airport and connect passengers with central locations. Most shuttle costs around €12 (£10) and take between 45min and 1h to reach their destinations. The RER B train line also departs from Orly Airport and shuttle buses are available from Beauvais Airport.

Passengers arriving at Charles de Gaulle Airport can stay at the Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, which is directly connected to the airport terminals. There is no on-site accommodation at Beauvais Airport; however, passengers can stay at the Ibis Budget Beauvais Aeroport, which is just a short walk from the terminals. There is also a Novotel and an Ibis Hotel at Orly Airport. Both these hotels are located right beside the airport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) offers the "Edinburgh Airport Art Walk," showcasing stunning sculptures, installations, and exhibitions by renowned artists. One popular installation at the "Edinburgh Airport Art Walk" is the "Penguin Parade" by artist Helen Denerley. This captivating sculpture features a group of life-size penguins made from recycled materials.

Opt for airlines that prioritise environmental sustainability. British Airways, for instance, has implemented carbon offset programs and invested in fuel-efficient aircraft to minimise their environmental impact. They are mostly flying the Airbus A320neo for this route, which is a more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly aircraft.

The airport is equipped with accessible facilities including ramps and elevators for wheelchair users. Trained staff members are available to offer support throughout the airport, including help with check-in, security procedures and boarding. Passengers with disabilities who travel with service animals can receive assistance and guidance at the airport.

Both Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Orly Airport (ORY) are well-connected to the city centre by train. CDG has the RER B train line, while ORY has the Orlyval shuttle that connects to the RER B or RER C lines. 

Among airlines operating Edinburgh to Paris flights:

• easyJet: offers free seat selection
• Air France: offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

4 airlines operate flights between Edinburgh and Paris. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• easyJet
• Air France
• Transavia France
• Ryanair

Flights from Edinburgh to Paris usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and may arrive at several airports in Paris area, including Paris Beauvais-Tille (BVA), Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Paris-Le Bourget (LBG) and Paris Orly (ORY).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Air France: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Paris:

• Economy class
• Business Class

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £101 return via Dublin (DUB), compared with £144 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £17–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Paris most commonly connect through:

• London Heathrow (LHR) – 42% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 9% of one-stop connections

London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Edinburgh to Paris route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £132 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £153, a difference of £21. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Edinburgh to Paris route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 44 minutes.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Edinburgh to Paris flights, with 51% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 16%, and Night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Paris are Gare du Nord, Eiffel Tower, and Paris City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Paris on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Edinburgh to Paris:

• Earliest: departs at 05:40 and lands at 07:36
• Latest: departs at 20:00 and lands at 21:56.

The flight takes about 1h 56m.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 13% above the route average of £143. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A direct flight from Edinburgh to Paris takes 1h 56m, covering 545 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Edinburgh to Paris are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £48, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

Air France is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while easyJet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Edinburgh to Paris flights are:

• Air France: 84% on time
• easyJet: 82% on time
• Ryanair: 73% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time.

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 52m, compared to 5h 07m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 6h 02m via London Luton (LTN).

Paris is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Since Paris is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) – daily rates from around £9:

• Europcar
• Budget
• Alamo
• keddy by Europcar
• Goldcar Rental SP

Near Paris Orly Airport (ORY) – daily rates from around £11:

• Alamo
• Europcar
• Budget
• keddy by Europcar
• Avis

Near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) – daily rates from around £17:

• Europcar
• Free2Move
• Goldcar Rental SP
• keddy by Europcar
• Sixt

Return flights from Edinburgh to Paris range from £103 to £190, with an average of £143 over the past 12 months. Anything below £103 counts as a good deal.