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LHR to CDG Turbulence Forecast

Is the London to Paris flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

Live forecast
LHR
→
CDG
London · Paris · 1h 15m
28
Turb Score
1h 15m
Duration
215 nm
Distance
25,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Smooth
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LHR–CDG

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About the LHR–CDG route

The London to Paris route is a short European hop covering just 247 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 25,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.

The route is served by British Airways, Air France on Airbus A320 · Airbus A319 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 25,000 feet over a distance of 247 miles (215 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.

Turbulence levels on LHR–CDG

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LHR–CDG

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LHR–CDG

Airbus A320

Front
Rows 1–13
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 14–22
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 23+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the London to Paris flight turbulent?
The LHR–CDG route typically experiences smooth turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 28/100.
When is turbulence worst on LHR to CDG?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on LHR to CDG?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LHR to CDG?
The LHR to CDG flight takes approximately 1h 15m, covering 247 miles (215 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LHR to CDG?
The main airlines operating this route are British Airways, Air France, flying Airbus A320 · Airbus A319 aircraft.