Paris Orly Airport (ORY) Guide
Quick summary
Orly is Paris's second airport, about 13km south of the city centre and popular for domestic, European and leisure routes. Its four connected terminals (Orly 1 to 4) are now directly linked to central Paris by Metro Line 14, which reaches the city in roughly 25 minutes.
Terminals at ORY
Orly has a single connected terminal building organised into four zones — Orly 1, Orly 2, Orly 3 and Orly 4. Orly 1 and 2 sit at one end and Orly 3 and 4 at the other, all joined internally so you can walk between them, with Orly 3 acting as the central connecting hub. It handles a mix of domestic French, European and long-haul international flights. The free Orlyval automated shuttle and internal walkways move you between the Orly 1-2-3 area and Orly 4; always check your zone, as the walk from end to end takes 15-20 minutes.
ORY parking rates & options
| Short stay (P1-P4) — per day | About €55 per day |
| Short stay — per hour | About €9.50 for 1 hour |
| Economy (PECO) — per day | About €15-€20 per day (book online) |
| Short stay — 7 days | About €265 |
| Drop-off (Depose Minute) | Free under 10 min, then €15 for 15 min |
| Drop-off — 30 min | About €20 (90 min max) |
🚆 Getting to & from the airport
Metro Line 14 is now the fastest and easiest route into Paris, running directly from the airport to central stations such as Chatelet in about 25 minutes. The Orlyval automated train links the terminals to RER B at Antony for other parts of the city, and Tram T7 connects to Metro Line 7 at Villejuif in about 30 minutes. The OrlyBus runs to Denfert-Rochereau, while taxis charge a fixed flat fare of about €35 to the Left Bank and €44 to the Right Bank of Paris. For most travellers Metro Line 14 is the best value and speed into the centre.
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🛋️ Lounges
Orly has several paid lounges open to all passengers, including the Extime and Icare lounges in the departure areas, plus airline lounges such as the Air France lounge. Many accept Priority Pass and pay-on-arrival access, and booking online in advance is usually cheaper than walking up.
📶 Wi-Fi
Free unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminals — connect to the "WIFI AEROPORTSDEPARIS" network and follow the short sign-in.
😴 Layovers & overnight
Orly is workable for a layover but is not a full 24-hour airport, and public transport into Paris stops overnight (Metro Line 14 and Orlyval do not run through the small hours). The best food and seating are in the central Orly 3 area and the departure lounges after security. For overnight stays, an ibis and a Novotel sit within walking distance of the terminal, and several hotels a short shuttle away offer free transfers. Because all zones are internally connected, moving between them for a connection is simple on foot or via the free Orlyval.
Insider tips
- Metro Line 14 is the newest and fastest link to central Paris — cheaper and quicker than a taxi for the city centre.
- Book economy PECO parking online in advance; drive-up short-stay parking is far more expensive at about €55 per day.
- Drop-off (Depose Minute) is free for under 10 minutes, so a quick set-down costs nothing if you are prompt.
- Taxis into Paris use a fixed flat fare (about €35 Left Bank, €44 Right Bank), so you know the cost upfront.
- Check whether you fly from the Orly 1-2-3 area or Orly 4 and use the free Orlyval shuttle to cross between them if needed.
ORY airport — FAQ
How much is parking at Orly?
Short-stay parking (P1-P4) costs about €9.50 for one hour and around €55 per day, or about €265 for a week. Economy PECO car parks are cheaper at roughly €15-€20 per day when booked online, with a free shuttle to all terminals. Booking ahead saves money over drive-up rates.
How do I get to central Paris from Orly?
Metro Line 14 now runs directly from Orly to central Paris in about 25 minutes and is the fastest, best-value option. Alternatives include the Orlyval to RER B at Antony, Tram T7 to Metro Line 7, and the OrlyBus. Taxis charge a fixed flat fare of about €35 to the Left Bank and €44 to the Right Bank.
Is Wi-Fi free at Orly?
Yes. Free unlimited Wi-Fi is available across the terminals. Connect to "WIFI AEROPORTSDEPARIS" and complete the short sign-in.
How do I get between terminals at Orly?
Orly's four zones (Orly 1 to 4) are all part of one connected building, linked by internal walkways with Orly 3 as the central hub. The free Orlyval automated shuttle also connects the Orly 1-2-3 area with Orly 4. Walking from end to end takes about 15-20 minutes.
Is there a drop-off fee at Orly?
The Depose Minute drop-off area is free for stays under 10 minutes, then charges about €15 for 15 minutes and around €20 for 30 minutes, up to a 90-minute maximum. A quick set-and-go is free if you are prompt.
Sources
This guide is independent and not affiliated with Paris Orly Airport. Parking rates, terminal layouts, and transit options change often — always confirm on the airport's official website before you travel.