How to Call United Kingdom from France
Learn how to call from France to United Kingdom with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.01/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call United Kingdom from France
The cheapest way to call United Kingdom from France is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.01 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
Why HelloAirDial is the Cheapest Option:
- ✓No connection fees: Pay only for the minutes you use
- ✓No calling card markups: Direct carrier rates with minimal markup
- ✓No roaming charges: Works from anywhere with internet connection
- ✓Transparent pricing: $0.01/min with no hidden fees
HelloAirDial: How to call from France to United Kingdom
HelloAirDial lets you make cheap international calls from France to United Kingdom directly from your browser. No apps, calling cards, or carrier plans needed.
- ✅ Call any phone in United Kingdom - mobile or landline from $0.01/min.
- ✅ No international calling plan or carrier activation required.
- ✅ Works on any device with a browser and internet connection.
- ✅ Try your first call free to test the quality.
Why HelloAirDial is cheaper than international mobile plans
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from France to United Kingdom starting at $0.01/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.
Traditional Calling
- • Carrier rates: $1-3/min
- • Calling cards: Hidden fees
- • Roaming: Expensive abroad
HelloAirDial
- • From $0.01/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
France Carrier Rates to United Kingdom
- Orange France$0.10-1.50
- SFR$0.15-1.80
- Bouygues Telecom$0.10-1.60
Compare this to HelloAirDial at $0.01/min. See full rate breakdown →
Best Time to Call United Kingdom
Recommended Calling Hours
- • For consumer marketing, avoid calling before 09:00 or after 20:00 UK time on weekdays
- • Avoid unsolicited calls on Sundays and UK public holidays unless there is a prior agreement
Calling Etiquette in United Kingdom
- • Open with a polite greeting and your name and organisation, then confirm if it is a good time to talk
- • For business calls, be punctual and keep to scheduled times; short notice rescheduling should be explained
- • Use a professional, calm tone; avoid overly aggressive sales tactics or repeated callbacks
- • If the call is recorded or monitored, state this clearly at the start
Reaching United Kingdom via Apps
- • WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom and similar apps are widely used in the UK for personal and business calls
- • Most UK users have reliable mobile data or broadband, but confirm Wi Fi availability for longer VOIP calls
- • Some corporate environments may restrict external VOIP apps, so provide a fallback dial in number
International Calling Requirements in France
- • Ensure your mobile plan includes international calling; many French bundles exclude non-EU destinations by default
- • For prepaid SIMs, verify sufficient credit and that international calls (appel international) are enabled in your account
- • Some operators block high cost destinations by default; enable specific zones via customer service or online account
- • When dialing abroad, use 00 or +, then country code, then number without the local trunk 0
- • Business lines may have international barring; request admin or PBX manager to lift IDD restrictions if needed
Troubleshooting Calls to United Kingdom
- The number you have dialed cannot be reached - Remove any leading 0 after the country code, verify the full international format, and check that the destination is not blocked by your plan
- International calls are barred on your line - Contact your operator or account admin to enable international calling or add an IDD option, then retry
- Call failed or no network when abroad - Enable roaming on your phone and account, select a partner network manually, or use Wi Fi calling or VOIP apps
FAQs: Calling United Kingdom from France
How do I call United Kingdom from France?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 44 (United Kingdom country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers. With HelloAirDial, just enter the number and we handle the formatting automatically.
What is the best way to call United Kingdom from France?
Use a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.01/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards, and you can call directly from your browser.
Can I call United Kingdom mobiles and landlines from France?
Yes, HelloAirDial supports calls to both mobile phones and landlines in United Kingdom. Rates may vary slightly between mobile and landline numbers.
What time should I call United Kingdom from France?
Check the time difference between France and United Kingdom before calling. For business calls, aim for 9 AM - 6 PM in United Kingdom. For personal calls, evenings and weekends work best.
How do I dial an international number from France?
Dial 00 or +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code without its leading 0, then the local number.
Should I use roaming voice or Wi Fi and VOIP when I travel from France?
Within the EU, roaming voice is usually affordable; outside the EU, Wi Fi and VOIP apps are often cheaper than standard roaming minutes.
Related Guides
United Kingdom Resources
France Resources
Dialing steps when using your own phone
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from France.
- 2
Dial United Kingdom's country code: 44
The country code for United Kingdom is +44.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 07 912 345 678
- Landline: 020 7946 0018
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