Orly (ORY) is Paris’s secondary international airport, organised as two main terminal complexes serving short‑ and medium‑haul flights and handling roughly ~25-30 million passengers pre‑pandemic. It is an important base for Air France’s domestic/short‑haul network and several low‑cost carriers.
The airport is arranged as neighbouring terminal complexes with landside road access and a rail connection (Orlyval) to the RER network; most passenger facilities are concentrated in the main terminal buildings close to the car parks and bus stops.
Terminal Guide for Paris-Orly Airport #
Orly is laid out as two adjacent terminal complexes (usually referred to as the west and south groupings). Check your airline’s arrival terminal on your booking - most passenger services (check‑in, baggage reclaim, primary shops and transfers) are located in the main terminal buildings, with departures split according to route and carrier.
Inter‑terminal transfers are handled by dedicated shuttle services and road links; ground transport (buses, coaches, taxis and the Orlyval shuttle to Antony/RER B) connects all terminal areas. Allow extra time if you must change terminals landside.
Getting to and From Paris-Orly Airport #
Orly offers multiple public and private transfer options; typical journey time to central Paris is 30-45 minutes depending on route and traffic.
- Rail/metro: Orlyval connects the airport to Antony (RER B) for onward RER journeys into Paris - combined trip to central Paris ~30-40 minutes (ticketed service). The tram (T7) links to the metro network for cheaper but slower journeys.
- Buses: Orlybus runs to Denfert‑Rochereau in Paris (about 25-35 minutes subject to traffic); several regional and airport coach lines serve other suburbs and CDG interchanges.
- Taxis: Fares to central Paris are typically €30-€55 and journey times vary with traffic (30-60 minutes).
- Ride‑share: Uber, Bolt and local apps operate; pick‑up points are marked landside.
- Driving: The airport is about 13-18 km from central Paris; journey time depends on time of day.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Paris-Orly Airport #
Orly offers a mix of fast‑food outlets and sit‑down restaurants concentrated both landside and airside, plus duty‑free on international departures. Several airline and pay‑per‑use lounges are available airside.
- Lounges: Air France and independent lounges operate; Priority Pass acceptance varies by lounge.
- Food & drink: A mix of cafés and restaurants available airside after security; more limited options landside.
- Wi‑Fi: Free Wi‑Fi is provided across the terminals (time limits may apply).
- Charging: Charging points and USB sockets are available in gates and seating areas.
- Luggage: Short‑term left‑luggage/porter services are typically available landside (check opening hours).
- Accessibility: Step‑free access, dedicated assistance desks and adapted toilets are provided; request assistance in advance.
Tips for Paris-Orly Airport #
- Use the Orlyval + RER B combination (Antony interchange) for the fastest journey into central Paris - it usually beats road transfer times during peak traffic.
- If you need low-cost coach service to the city, the Orlybus runs to Denfert‑Rochereau; buy tickets at machines or the bus driver to avoid queueing at the ticket counters.
- Kiosks selling local SIM cards are usually in the arrivals hall landside; compare prices as tourist SIMs appear at several operators.
Weather & Climate near Paris-Orly Airport #
Paris-Orly Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (647 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 7° | 0° | 52 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 8° | 1° | 47 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Good | 3° - 12° | 5° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 5° - 15° | 8° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 62 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.0h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.8h |
| July | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 19° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.5h |
| August | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 19° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 60 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 53 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 56 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
