CDG vs LTN — Paris or London?

Verdict

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores higher overall at 7.4/10 versus London Luton Airport (LTN) at 6.8/10.

Score comparison

Metric	Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport	London Luton Airport
FlightLogic Score	7.4	6.8
On-Time Performance	7.2	6.6
Passenger Experience	7.3	6.7
Facilities & Comfort	7.8	7.0
Lounge Score	8.2	6.9
City	Paris	London
Country	France	United Kingdom
Terminals	3 terminals (T1, T2A–2G, T3)	1 main terminal
Annual passengers	67M+	18M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy	CDG — Paris	LTN — London
Rail / public transport	—	—
To city centre	—	—
Lounge day pass	—	—
Min. connection time	—	—
Primary hub carriers	—	—

Detailed profiles

Paris, France · CDG · #1 in this comparison

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

3 terminals (T1, T2A–2G, T3) · 67M+ passengers/year

7.4 / 10

How good is Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores 7.4/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2), passenger experience (7.3), and facilities (7.8). Lounge quality rates 8.2/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Paris CDG is rated 7.4/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.2/10. Air France dominates Terminal 2 with extensive Business and La Première lounges. Schengen and non-Schengen transfers may require immigration — allow 90+ minutes for connections. UK261 does not apply; EU261 may apply on EU departures.

FlightLogic Score 7.4 Very Good

On-time 7.2 Departure reliability

Experience 7.3 Staff, queues, cleanliness

Facilities 7.8 Food, shops, seating

Lounges 8.2 Lounge quality

Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance

7.2

Passenger Experience

7.3

Facilities & Comfort

7.8

Lounge score 8.2/10

Highlights

Terminal 2 is the main hub — sub-terminals 2E/2F for long-haul, 2G for Schengen regional
Air France La Première and Business lounges among Europe's largest airline clubs
CDGVAL automated train links T1, T2, and T3 landside — not all T2 sub-terminals connect airside
Common UK connection point for Africa, Indian Ocean, and French overseas territories

Overview

Air France and SkyTeam mega-hub — sprawling terminal 2 complex with strong premium lounges but connection walks can be long.

Terminal 2 and Air France lounges

Air France operates multiple lounges across Terminal 2E and 2F — the Business lounge near Hall L in 2E is the main long-haul hub. La Première has a private salon for first class passengers.

SkyTeam elite and business class passengers access AF lounges on qualifying itineraries. Priority Pass options exist but are limited compared to airline clubs.

London, United Kingdom · LTN · #2 in this comparison

London Luton Airport

1 main terminal · 18M+ passengers/year

6.8 / 10

How good is London Luton Airport?

London Luton Airport (LTN) scores 6.8/10 (Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.6), passenger experience (6.7), and facilities (7.0). Lounge quality rates 6.9/10. See full airport guide →

In short

London Luton (LTN) is rated 6.8/10 on FlightLogic — primarily an easyJet hub. Thameslink to St Pancras ~30 min. Clubrooms for Priority Pass. UK261 covers all departures. See /guides/luton-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 6.8 Good

On-time 6.6 Departure reliability

Experience 6.7 Staff, queues, cleanliness

Facilities 7.0 Food, shops, seating

Lounges 6.9 Lounge quality

Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance

6.6

Passenger Experience

6.7

Facilities & Comfort

7.0

Lounge score 6.9/10

Highlights

easyJet's primary London hub alongside Gatwick — dense Europe and Mediterranean network
Thameslink reaches London St Pancras in ~30 minutes — direct link to Eurostar and central London
Clubrooms lounge accepts Priority Pass — pre-book recommended at peak banks
UK261 applies to all LTN departures including easyJet and Wizz Air

Overview

London's fourth airport and easyJet's primary London base — single-terminal design, Thameslink to St Pancras, and Clubrooms lounge for Priority Pass holders.

easyJet hub and low-cost operations

Luton is easyJet's largest London base, handling dense European and Mediterranean leisure traffic from London's northern corridor. Wizz Air also operates significant schedules. For UK travellers chasing lowest fares, LTN often undercuts Gatwick on the same routes — but factor in Thameslink rail costs and easyJet baggage fees.

UK261 compensation applies to all flights departing Luton regardless of fare paid. A 3+ hour arrival delay on a UK-regulated flight triggers £220–£520 per passenger if the delay was the airline's fault.

Getting to central London

Thameslink runs to St Pancras International every 10–15 minutes at peak, taking ~30 minutes. East Midlands Railway also serves Luton Airport Parkway. DART shuttle connects terminal to Parkway station in ~4 minutes.

Compare LTN against Stansted (/airports/stansted) and Gatwick (/airports/gatwick) for your route — Luton wins on easyJet frequency; Gatwick wins on Virgin long-haul and lounge depth.

FAQ

Which is better, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport or London Luton Airport?

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores higher overall at 7.4/10 versus London Luton Airport (LTN) at 6.8/10.

Which has better lounges, CDG or LTN?

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) scores higher for lounges at 8.2/10, versus London Luton Airport at 6.9/10.

Which airport is more on-time, CDG or LTN?

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) has stronger on-time performance at 7.2/10 versus London Luton Airport (LTN) at 6.6/10.