Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY): what you need to know
Paris is six hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to ORY flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Paris Orly Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and ORY include:
London Heathrow Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
At the moment, $429 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Paris Orly Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $768. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to ORY if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Paris Orly Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from ORD to ORY is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Paris Orly Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive on time at their destination.
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you're taking an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Paris Orly Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
If you're getting in on a late O'Hare International Airport to Paris Orly Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ORY:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Paris and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Paris Orly Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to central Paris
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
From Paris Orly Airport, Paris is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
July is the busiest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Paris Orly Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Paris in April.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Paris Orly Airport for August if you'd like to explore Paris during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to ORY in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to discover more of France. Journey about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its top attractions. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.