Cheap Flights to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

Aviation operations began at Paris Orly Airport (or Villeneuve-Orly Airport as it was then known) in 1932, when it was used as a secondary airport to Le Bourget. However, after serving as a combat field for the German Luftwaffe during World War II and the United States Army Air Forces in the post-war years, Paris Orly Airport finally came into its own and began commercial operations.

Today, the airport features two separate terminal buildings and three runways, one of which is adapted to accommodate the large Airbus A380.

Paris Orly Airport is the busiest airport in terms of domestic departures and the second-busiest overall in passenger traffic.

Whether you need a quick caffeine fix or want to experience the legendary gastronomy of France, Paris Orly Airport abounds with snack bars, patisseries, coffee shops and restaurants.

The shops Paris Orly Airport offer a wide range of products, such as: Luggage, entertainment, books and magazines, clothing, accessories, cosmetics, tobacco, cigars, alcohol, beauty products, and travel essentials.

Duty-free shopping is available on Level 0 and 1 in the South terminal and on Level 1 in the West terminal. Please be aware of baggage restrictions and duty-free allowances at your destination.

Paris Orly Airport has several lounges: Salon Icare Lounge, Zénith Lounge, and lounges operated by Air Malta, Ibéria, British Airways, TAP, Vueling and Air France. The lounges are situated in the departures area of the West and South terminals.

The services at Paris Orly Airport include: banking and foreign exchange, information desks, porters, post office, special assistance, luggage storage, baggage wrapping, and first aid.

The facilities at Paris Orly Airport include: Wi-Fi, art exhibitions, children’s play area, charging stations, business centre, baby changing stations, prayer areas, and a chapel.

Accommodation near Paris Orly Airport includes:

Hotel Premiere Classe Orly Rungis

This charming 2-star hotel is a quick 8-minute drive from Paris Orly Airport. Amenities include a business centre, luggage storage, breakfast, and a television with satellite TV channels. Complimentary Wi-Fi and parking are also available.

Grand Hôtel Senia

This comfortable 3-star hotel is a 6-minute drive from Paris Orly Airport. Some of the amenities include a 24-hour front desk, air conditioning, meeting room, television in the common area, airport shuttle bus, breakfast, and multilingual staff. Complimentary Wi-Fi and parking are also available.

Hilton Paris Orly Airport

This 4-star hotel is a 3-minute drive or 7-minute walk from Paris Orly Airport. Amenities include a 24-hour health club, business centre, restaurant and bar, airport shuttle bus, daily housekeeping, air conditioning, childcare, breakfast, and a front desk safe. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby.

Foreign currency can be purchased at the airport upon arrival or at a currency exchange bureau up to 60 days before departing South Africa.

There are two Travelex offices on Level 0 and Level 1 in the South terminal at Paris Orly Airport.

You will need the following in order to purchase or exchange currency:

· A valid passport

· Proof of travel arrangements (i.e. flight tickets)

· An original identity document (ID)

· Proof of residential address (i.e. a recent bank statement or utility bill)

Paris Orly Airport has seven car parks: PO, P1, P2, P3, P4, P6 and P7. Short and long-term options are available in each parking facility. Dedicated parking bays for disabled passengers are available in PO and P3. P7 requires online reservation.

Payments can be made by cash or credit card.