Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Paris Orly Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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The worst part was that there is no luggage storage, and I was forced by the janitorial staff to bring all my luggage into the bathroom stall with me. I had just come back from six months living abroad, and had about 70 pounds of very bulky luggage, and the stall was very small. – peacefrog
ORY Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down of what travellers have reported to us during their time at Paris Orly Airport (Code: ORY).
What to Expect
- Paris’ second international airport, Orly is much smaller and home to primarily European/northern African flights.
- The airport has four terminals: 1 and 2 are connected and offer a gate area of “four fingers”, 3 opened in April 2019 and 4 is the biggest terminal with six floors. All are connected and under one roof.
- WiFi is available to help pass the time.
- Economy-class travellers can buy a pass and relax in several airport lounges.
Sleeping in Orly Airport
The airport may close at night for a few hours, though you can remain if you’re already inside before closing time. Be safe by having a backup plan ready.
What seating exists is mostly fit with armrests, making it difficult to get comfortable. Get creative to prop yourself up or spread out on the floor for some decent shuteye – you won’t be the only person to do so! If you’re sleeping in the landside/public zones, the seating is much more limited, so bring an extra layer or cushion for the floor.
Here are good sleep spots that travellers have reported:
- Try sleeping on the couches and benches inside cafes, especially once they close around 9:00 PM.
- There’s a hallway just before Halls 3 and 4 with a few chairs offering a little privacy.
- Landside, many people sleep in Terminal 1-2 on Floor 1.
- In Terminal 4, landside, the check-in counters 15-17 are suitable for sleeping on the floor.
For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Paris Orly Airport Guide.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
Paris Orly Airport is generally open from 3:30 AM to 12:30 AM. Overnight stays are discouraged, and travellers may be asked to leave the terminal at closing time. According to the airport’s official guidance on spending the night, passengers who can show proof of a departing flight (such as a boarding pass or booking confirmation) may be permitted to remain, but this is not guaranteed and depends on staff discretion and operational conditions.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
Paris Orly Airport is periodically affected by weather disruptions and transportation strikes. During mass flight cancellations, the airport or airlines may provide cots for stranded passengers who are unable or unwilling to leave for a hotel. Availability varies, and cots are typically set up in designated areas during large-scale disruptions.
Cots cannot be reserved in advance and are not provided for passengers who arrive early or plan to sleep overnight by choice. To ask about availability during disruptions, speak with airline staff, airport personnel, or use a courtesy phone.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
- Ibis Paris Coeur D’Orly Airport Hotel – Connected to Terminal 4 via a covered walkway. Accessible from Terminals 1, 2, and 3 using the airport’s automatic train. » Check Rates
- Novotel Paris Coeur d’Orly Airport – Approximately a five-minute walk from Terminal 4. Accessible from other terminals via the airport’s automatic train. » Check Rates
- ibis Budget Paris Coeur d’Orly Airport – About 300 metres from Terminal 4. Accessible by tram, shuttle, OrlyBus, OrlyVal, RER C, bus, and Noctilien night buses (roughly 12:30 AM – 5:30 AM). » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Paris Orly that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.
Premium Traveller Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Hall 1, Ground Floor after security. Schengen flights only. Hours: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.
Icare Lounge – Location: Terminal 4, International Departures, Non-Schengen Area, Airside, 1st Floor, Hall G. Hours: 6:00 AM – 11:30 PM. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (approx. €40–€60) • Lounge membership programs.
Drinking Water
A reader reports a water fountain located in an indoor seating area in Terminal 1 (reported December 2024).
Food & Drinks
Food outlets operate on varying schedules, with some opening as early as 3:30 AM and most closing by 10:30 PM. At the time of this update, there are no 24-hour dining options at the airport.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
A reader reports that luggage storage is available in Terminal 3 at Baggage du Monde.
Mobile Charging
ChargeBox lockers are available for hands-free phone charging. Each locker includes charging cables for most devices, and a full charge typically takes 30–90 minutes. Plug in your phone, lock the unit, and keep the key with you. Cost: Free. Locations:
- Terminal 1–2, Departures Level (Areas A, B, and C)
- Terminal 4, Departures Hall F (near Gates F02, F05, F06, F15, F17, F23, F26)
- Terminal 4, Departures Hall E (near Gates E12, E14)
Showers
Showers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Unlimited free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Two paid, interruption-free options are also offered:
- Faster: Approximately 4× faster than free WiFi. €2.90 for 20 minutes or €5.90 for 60 minutes.
- Stronger: Approximately 10× faster than free WiFi. €9.90 for 24 hours, with access for up to five devices.
Security & Safety
At the time of this update, we have no reports from travellers commenting on safety issues at Paris Orly Airport. Airport staff seem to be okay with sleepers and overnight campers. Several travellers mentioned feeling safer thanks to security patrolling the terminal at night.
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s essential to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Please don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who awoke without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay sharp, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
Pro-tip: If you sleep in the public zone, don’t be surprised if you receive an early morning wake-up call. Security is known to make the rounds, waking people up as travellers arrive for morning flights.
More Airport Information
Art in the Airport – Terminal 3 features a striking 9-metre-tall art installation by Arnaud Lapierre, made up of 150 stainless steel and mirrored aluminum cubes.
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs operated by major banks (including HSBC) are available throughout the airport. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limits before travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans.
Currency Exchange – Travelex offers foreign currency exchange, money transfers, and VAT refund services at several locations across the terminals.
Duty Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available in all terminals. In addition, the airport has a broad mix of retail shops selling travel essentials, gifts, books, fashion, and snacks.
Family Services
- Baby Care Facilities – Baby care areas with changing tables and child-friendly toilets are available landside and airside in restrooms throughout the Departures and Arrivals levels. During school holidays, strollers may be borrowed airside free of charge from designated pushchair stations.
- Children’s Play Area – Children can watch Gulli TV programs and play games in designated play areas in Terminal 4 boarding zones.
- Games – Several terminals feature gaming areas, including retro arcade machines, PlayStation stations, and interactive touch-screen game tables, all located airside.
Information Desk – Information desks are located throughout the terminals, both landside and airside, and operate according to flight schedules. Tourist information desks are also available in Arrivals areas.
Luggage Wrapping – Protective luggage wrapping services are available in multiple terminals for a fee.
Massage Chairs – Coin-operated massage chairs are available airside in select terminal areas.
Medical Services – Urgent and emergency medical assistance is available at the airport 24 hours a day.
Pharmacy – Pharmacies are available in several terminals, with hours varying by location.
Post Office – A La Poste counter is available in the Arrivals area of Terminal 1-2. Mailboxes can also be found both landside and airside in several terminals.
Religious Spaces – Paris Orly Airport offers a range of religious and interfaith spaces across the terminals, including:
- A multi-faith prayer area
- Interfaith reception desks
- Designated spaces for Catholic, Protestant, Muslim, and Jewish worship
Hours and services vary by terminal and faith.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Bus
The airport is well-connected to the bus system. Whether you are looking for a non-stop connection to Paris, need to reach the Denfert-Rochereau Metro Station or another Paris airport, or want to go to Disneyland Paris, there is probably a bus for you. For more information and to plan your trip, visit the Paris Orly Airport website.
Car Rentals
The following car rental agencies are located on-site at Orly Terminal 1-2: Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Europcar, Firefly, Hertz, Interrent, National, Sixt, Thrifty and TT Car Transit.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Best Western Plus Paris-Orly Airport • Grand Hotel Senia • Howard Hotel Paris-Orly Airport • Ibis Paris Orly Rungis • Kyriad Orly Aeroport – Athis Mons • Mercure Paris Orly Rungis • Novotel Paris Orly Rungis • Orly Superior Hotel.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Inter-Terminal Transportation
OrlyVAL is an automated rail service that connects the Orly Terminal 1-2, Orly Terminal 4 and the “Antony” RER rail station. Orly also offers a free shuttle between the terminals and the airport’s car parks. For rates (where applicable), schedules and routes, visit the Paris Orly Airport website.
Taxi
Two types of licensed, metered official taxis are available at Orly: Paris and Suburban. The taxis serve different “departments” of Paris and are subject to different rates. For more information and to select which taxi is right for you, visit the Paris Orly Airport website.
Train
The airport is served by the RER B and RER C regional rapid transit lines and the Tramway Line 7. For fares, routes and schedules, visit the Paris Orly Airport website.
Last updated: 2026-01-02
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.