Orly, Île-de-France, France

1. Airport Overview

2. History and Background

  • Founding Year: 1932
  • Development Timeline:
    • 1932: Airport opens
    • 1961: South Terminal (Orly Sud) opens
    • 1971: West Terminal (Orly Ouest) opens
  • Significant Events:
    • 2019: Major renovation and unification of terminals into Orly 1-2-3-4
    • 2020: Completion of the Orly 3 junction building

3. Facilities and Services

  • Passenger Services:
    • Lounges: Icare Lounge, Premium Traveller Lounge, Salon Air France
    • Wi-Fi: Free unlimited Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
    • Baggage Services: Lost & Found, baggage wrapping, and storage
  • Shopping and Dining:
    • Shops: Duty-free, high street brands like Lacoste, Relay, and local French products
    • Restaurants: Starbucks, McDonald’s, Paul, and more
  • Transportation:
    • Public Transport: Orlyval light rail, RER B and C trains, buses, and trams
    • Car Rentals: Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt
    • Parking: Short-term and long-term parking options, valet parking
    • Shuttles: Hotel shuttles and city shuttles available
  • Accessibility: Services for passengers with reduced mobility, accessible restrooms, dedicated assistance teams

4. Terminals and Layout

  • Terminal Information:
    • Orly 1-2-3-4: Unified terminal layout with Orly 1 (former Orly Ouest), Orly 2, Orly 3 (new central junction), and Orly 4 (former Orly Sud)
  • Airport Layout Map: Interactive Map

5. Flights and Airlines

  • Airlines: Air France, Vueling, Transavia, EasyJet, Corsair, and many more
  • Destinations: Over 140 destinations worldwide including New York, Algiers, Madrid, and Lisbon
  • Flight Status: Real-time Flight Status

6. Travel Tips and Information

  • Check-In Procedures: Check-in counters open 3 hours before departure; online check-in available
  • Security: Comprehensive security procedures; separate lines for families and business travelers
  • Customs and Immigration: Passport control for non-Schengen flights, customs checks for arriving international passengers

7. Hotels and Accommodation

  • On-Site Hotels:
    • Ibis Paris Coeur d’Orly Airport Hotel
    • Novotel Paris Coeur d’Orly Airport Hotel
  • Nearby Hotels:
    • Hilton Garden Inn Paris Orly Airport
    • Mercure Paris Orly Rungis
    • Best Western Plus Paris Orly Airport

8. Airport Lounges

  • Lounge Access:
    • Icare Lounge: Access with Priority Pass membership, or for a fee
    • Premium Traveller Lounge: Access for certain ticket classes and membership programs
    • Salon Air France: Access for Air France Business Class passengers, SkyTeam Elite Plus members
  • Lounge Amenities: Complimentary food and beverages, Wi-Fi, showers, workstations, relaxation areas

9. Business and Conference Facilities

  • Business Centers: Available in various lounges with workstations and meeting rooms
  • Meeting Rooms: Available at the Novotel Paris Coeur d’Orly Airport Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn Paris Orly Airport

10. Airport Statistics

  • Passenger Traffic: Approximately 31 million passengers annually (pre-COVID)
  • Flight Operations: Over 250,000 flight movements annually
  • Cargo: Handles over 100,000 tons of cargo annually

11. Future Developments

  • Upcoming Projects: Expansion plans including terminal developments and runway enhancements
  • Renovation Plans: Ongoing upgrades to terminal interiors, security, and passenger facilities

12. Traveler Experiences

13. Photo Gallery

  • Images:
    • Exterior view of the terminal complex
    • Interior shots of check-in areas, lounges, and dining options
    • Aircraft on the tarmac

14. Useful Links

15. Contact and Support

  • Customer Support:
  • Feedback: Feedback form available on the official website

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