Paris to Eastbourne flights
Eastbourne lies 259 km (161 mi) north-west of Paris, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Paris | Eastbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | United Kingdom |
| Population | 2.1 million | 101,689 |
| Elevation | 42 m (138 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Nearest large airport | ORY, 14 km out | LGW, 54 km out |
| Postal codes | 75000–75020 | BN21–DL1 |
Clocks in Eastbourne are 1 h behind Paris right now, so a 1 h 5 min journey lands only 5 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Eastbourne
Crossing from France into United Kingdom: money changes from the Euro to the Pound (GBP); traffic switches to the left; sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +44; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Paris
Paris is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Paris-Orly Airport (ORY), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,975-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG, 23 km), Beauvais-Tillé airport (BVA, 69 km).
Arriving in Eastbourne
Eastbourne is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 54 km (34 mi) from the centre, whose 10,883-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are London Heathrow Airport (LHR, 94 km), London City Airport (LCY, 83 km), London Southend Airport (SEN, 94 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | 54 km (34 mi) | 10,883 ft | 202 ft |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | 94 km (58 mi) | 12,799 ft | 83 ft |
| London City Airport (regional) | LCY | 83 km (52 mi) | 4,948 ft | 19 ft |
| London Southend Airport (regional) | SEN | 94 km (58 mi) | 6,089 ft | 49 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Eastbourne from Paris?
259 km (161 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Paris.
How long does it take to get from Paris to Eastbourne by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Paris and Eastbourne?
Eastbourne is 1 h behind at the moment (Europe/London against Europe/Paris).
Which airports are used for Paris to Eastbourne flights?
Typically Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW); Eastbourne also has LHR, LCY, SEN.
What currency do I need in Eastbourne?
The Pound (GBP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.