Paris Orly Airport (ORY) Paris Budget Guide
Emergency Numbers: Police:
17 (EU: 112)| Medical / Fire:15| Local Currency:EUR(1 USD ≈0.92EUR)
Map of Budget Spots
Section titled “Map of Budget Spots”Cheap Beds & Emergency Accommodation
Section titled “Cheap Beds & Emergency Accommodation”| Name | Type | Cost / Night | Address | Tips & Rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ibis budget Paris Cœur d’Orly Airport | Hostel | 75 EUR | 15 Avenue de l’Union, 94390 Paray-Vieille-Poste | Cheapest hotel option directly attached to the airport via a covered footbridge from Orly 4. Standard budget room, 24/7 reception. |
Cheap Groceries & Free Meals
Section titled “Cheap Groceries & Free Meals”- Supermarket Discount Hours: Around 19:30-21:00 at Carrefour City and Monop’ landside stores for discounted short-dated prepared food.
- Best Cheap Eats: Store-brand baguettes and cheese from Carrefour City, or bakery sandwich formulas from Paul/Brioche Dorée.
Discount Supermarkets
Section titled “Discount Supermarkets”| Supermarket | Best Budget Buys | Address (Google Maps) |
|---|---|---|
| Carrefour City - Orly 1-2 Arrival Level | Store-brand (Carrefour) sandwiches, bottled water, bakery items, fresh fruit | Aéroport d’Orly 1-2, Niveau 0, 94390 Paray-Vieille-Poste |
| Monop’ - Orly 3 | Pre-made meal deals (formula sandwich + drink + dessert), basic snacks | Aéroport d’Orly 3, Level 0, 94390 Paray-Vieille-Poste |
Free Meals & Food Banks
Section titled “Free Meals & Food Banks”No free meal centers or food pantries located directly in this district.
Free Water & Public Restrooms
Section titled “Free Water & Public Restrooms”Free Drinking Water Points
Section titled “Free Drinking Water Points”| Location | Address (Google Maps) | Where to Find It |
|---|---|---|
| Orly Airport Free Drinking Water Fountains | Orly Airport Terminals 1-4, 94390 Paray-Vieille-Poste | Located near public restrooms throughout landside areas of Orly 1, 2, 3, and 4. Accessible 24/7. |
Free Public Toilets
Section titled “Free Public Toilets”| Location | Address (Google Maps) | Hours & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal Public Restrooms (Orly 1-2-3-4) | Orly Airport Terminals, 94390 Paray-Vieille-Poste | Free, well-maintained public toilets in landside departure and arrival halls. Accessible 24/7. |
| Metro Line 14 Terminal Station Restrooms | Station Aéroport d’Orly, 94390 Paray-Vieille-Poste | Free public restrooms inside the new Metro station building. |
Free Wi-Fi, Workspaces & Showers
Section titled “Free Wi-Fi, Workspaces & Showers”Places with Free Wi-Fi & Power Outlets
Section titled “Places with Free Wi-Fi & Power Outlets”| Place | Address (Google Maps) | Wi-Fi & Desk Details |
|---|---|---|
| Orly Airport Free Wi-Fi & Charging Hubs | Orly Airport Terminals 1-4, 94390 Paray-Vieille-Poste | Network SSID: WIFI-AIRPORT. Free unlimited access. Charging seats with USB & EU sockets located throughout waiting zones in all terminals. |
Note: Public Wi-Fi here is unencrypted. If accessing bank or work portals, keep NordVPN on. Grab the student rate (via Student Beans verification), or lock in the 2-year plan to save the most.
Cheap Showers & Public Baths
Section titled “Cheap Showers & Public Baths”No cheap public bathhouses or drop-in showers found inside this district. A budget gym day-pass is often the best alternative.
Getting Around Cheaply
Section titled “Getting Around Cheaply”- Best Way to Move Around: Metro Line 14 (fastest link to central Paris) or OrlyBus
- Standard Fare:
10.3EUR - Transit Scams to Avoid: Beware of touts offering unofficial taxi rides inside the arrival hall.
SIM Cards & Internet
Section titled “SIM Cards & Internet”- Best Budget Carrier: Free Mobile
- How to Keep Data Costs Low: Free Mobile €2/month plan (includes 2 hours calls + 50MB data), available instantly from automated kiosks.
Safety, Scams & Areas to Avoid
Section titled “Safety, Scams & Areas to Avoid”Common Local Scams
Section titled “Common Local Scams”| Scam | How to Avoid It |
|---|---|
| Fake Taxi / Unofficial Drivers | Follow official overhead signage to the marked ‘Taxis Parisiens’ queue outside. Ignore anyone soliciting rides inside the terminal. |
| Ticket Machine Distraction | Keep your personal items close and decline help from strangers offering to help you buy Metro/OrlyBus tickets. |
Areas to Avoid at Night:
Section titled “Areas to Avoid at Night:”None within the secured airport hub, but avoid walking in isolated outdoor parking lots late at night.

