Private jet charter at Paris Orly is possible only in limited cases: a slot through the handler, 24 hours' notice and a flight with an airline connection.
It is not a normal private jet choice, and Charter-A will say so plainly. Le Bourget is the airport we usually recommend for Paris. Where Orly genuinely fits, we request the slot and handling and confirm at booking, subject to availability.
Flying privately to Paris Orly
The air traffic service is open 24 hours, but a curfew applies: departures 06:00 to 23:19 and arrivals 06:20 to 23:29 local, all slot-controlled. Slots are requested through the handler with 24 hours' notice.
Runway 06/24 is 3,650 by 45 metres, and runways of that length can take large jets, but business aviation access is heavily restricted. Only flights with airline connections are accepted. There is no dedicated business-aviation terminal, only airline-type handling at the main terminals, and there is no hangar or maintenance. Alyzia, Groupe Europe Handling and Aviapartner are listed. Customs is available 24 hours.
Paris Orly airport guide
A one-page Charter-A information sheet to keep or pass to your driver: runway, hours, customs, handling and where to arrive.
Download the PDF (383 KB)Paris Orly Airport at a glance
| Location | Aéroport Paris-Orly (Direction Paris-Orly, Orly 4, Bâtiment 400), Orly, 94396 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LFPO · IATA ORY |
| Region | Île-de-France (Paris region), France |
| Nearest city | Paris |
| Opening hours | Air traffic service open 24 hours, but a night curfew applies: departures 06:00–23:19 and arrivals 06:20–23:29 local, all slot-controlled. |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – 24 hours |
| Runway | 06/24 – 3,650 m × 45 m |
| Private jets | Yes — runways up to 3,650 m, but business-aviation access is heavily restricted |
| Handling / FBO | ALYZIA · Groupe Europe Handling · Aviapartner |
| Private terminal | No dedicated business-aviation terminal; airline-type handling at the main terminals. |
| Prior permission | Required (PPR) — Charter-A arranges this for every flight |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (sia.aviation-civile.gouv.fr, cohor.org, universalweather.com). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Paris
Orly serves the south of Paris and the wider Île-de-France region. It is mainly an airline airport, and private passengers with business in central Paris will normally be better served elsewhere. Charter-A will look at your itinerary and recommend the most sensible airport. It is easy to reach from the south of the city, but the private-flight restrictions are what count, and Charter-A will say if another airport serves you better.
Private jet flight times to Paris Orly
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 190 nm · 360 km | 50 min | 40 min |
| Manchester | 330 nm · 610 km | 1 hr 10 min | 1 hr |
| Edinburgh | 480 nm · 890 km | 1 hr 40 min | 1 hr 25 min |
| Geneva | 215 nm · 400 km | 50 min | 45 min |
| Nice | 365 nm · 680 km | 1 hr 20 min | 1 hr 05 min |
Approximate airborne times in still air, worked out from the great-circle distance. Routing, winds and the aircraft chosen change them on the day; your quote gives the planned time for your flight.
Which aircraft?
From London, Paris Orly is a sector of about 190 nautical miles — within non-stop reach of every aircraft class, from turboprops and very light jets upwards. The number of passengers and the luggage usually decide the aircraft: light jets for up to seven, midsize jets and super midsize jets for more space, heavy jets for larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
Paris Orly: your questions answered
Can a private jet land at Paris Orly?
Very rarely. Private flights are very restricted: a slot via the handler, 24 hours' notice, and usually a link to an airline connection. Charter-A can advise whether your flight qualifies.
Which Paris airport should I use for a private jet?
Le Bourget is the normal choice for business jets in Paris. Orly is not a usual private-jet airport. Charter-A will recommend the best fit for your plans.
Is there a private terminal at Orly?
No. There is no dedicated business-aviation terminal, and handling is airline-type at the main terminals. Charter-A confirms what to expect if your flight uses Orly. Everything is subject to availability.
Does Orly have a night curfew?
Yes. Departures run from 06:00 to 23:19 and arrivals from 06:20 to 23:29 local, all slot-controlled. Charter-A will check your schedule against these limits.
How long is the flight from London to Paris Orly by private jet?
About 50 min in a light jet and 40 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 190 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Paris Orly Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Paris Orly Airport is free to download from this page as a PDF. It sets out the runway, opening hours, customs, handling agents and where to arrive for a private flight.
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