Orly Airport to Paris in 2026: Metro 14, Taxi or Tram T7?
If you are trying to work out how to get from Orly Airport to Paris, the first thing to know is that the answer has changed. Metro line 14 now runs directly between Paris-Orly Airport and Paris, making the journey considerably simpler for many visitors.
But Metro 14 is not automatically the right option for every passenger. An official taxi may be easier when you have several suitcases. Tram T7 can cost far less if budget matters more than speed. Orlyval still has a role for certain RER B journeys, while pre-arranged private transportation can suit families and groups who prefer to organise their journey before landing.
The useful question is therefore not simply “Which transport is best?” It is which route makes the most sense from Orly Airport to your actual Paris address?
Start with what matters most after your flight.
Simple public transport
Start by checking Metro 14 and how close your accommodation is to the line or an easy connection.
Lowest possible fare
Tram T7 plus Metro 7 can cost considerably less, but takes longer and requires a change.
Door to door
Compare an official Paris taxi with pre-arranged private transportation.
RER B route
Orlyval can still make sense when your destination fits naturally with the RER B corridor.
Metro 14 changed the way visitors reach Paris from Orly.
Older guides often treat Orly as an airport that requires a bus, an airport shuttle or a suburban rail connection before reaching central Paris. That picture is outdated.
Metro line 14 now runs directly from Aéroport d’Orly into Paris. RATP states that the journey between the airport and Châtelet–Les Halles takes around 25 minutes.
This does not mean every hotel is 25 minutes from Orly. You still need to include the time required to leave the aircraft, collect luggage, walk through the airport, reach the Metro and travel from the final station to your accommodation.
Current ways to travel from Orly Airport to Paris
| Transport | 2026 Fare / Pricing | Works Well For | What to Consider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro 14 | €14 airport ticket | Many visitors travelling into Paris | Your hotel may still require a change or walk |
| Official Taxi | €36 Left Bank / €45 Right Bank maximum airport fare | Direct hotel or apartment journeys | More expensive than rail for one traveller |
| Private Driver | Quoted according to the requested journey | Families, groups, luggage and advance planning | Separate from regulated Paris taxi pricing |
| Tram T7 + Metro | €2.05 tram + €2.55 Metro at standard single fares | Travellers prioritising cost | Longer journey and an interchange |
| Orlyval + RER B | €14 airport ticket | Destinations convenient to RER B | Change at Antony |
| OrlyBus | Discontinued | — | Stopped operating in March 2025 |
When Metro 14 is the easiest option
For many first-time visitors, Metro 14 should now be the first public transport route to examine. The airport has its own Aéroport d’Orly station, and the line runs directly into Paris without requiring the former combination of shuttle and RER.
The full-price Paris Region ↔ Airports ticket costs €14 in 2026. It is the specific airport ticket used for Orly journeys on Metro 14.
Metro 14 is particularly attractive when your accommodation is close to one of its stations or when your onward connection is straightforward. It serves important areas of Paris, including Châtelet and Gare de Lyon, as well as connections to the wider Metro and rail network.
Do not assume the ordinary Metro–Train–RER single ticket covers a journey to or from Orly Airport on Metro 14. Airport travel uses the specific Paris Region ↔ Airports fare unless an eligible travel pass already covers it.
Who benefits most from Metro 14?
A solo traveller or couple carrying manageable luggage may find the line hard to beat when the hotel has a simple Metro connection. There is no road traffic to account for, and the route is easy to understand once you are on the line.
The situation changes when the destination requires several changes, when passengers have large bags or when travelling with young children. The €14 ticket remains the same, but the physical effort of the journey does not.
Tram T7 costs less — but takes a different kind of traveller.
Metro 14 is not the cheapest public transport route from Orly. Travellers willing to trade speed and simplicity for a lower fare can consider tram T7.
T7 connects Orly Airport with Villejuif–Louis Aragon, where passengers can continue toward Paris on Metro line 7.
In 2026, the standard Bus–Tram ticket costs €2.05. A separate standard Metro–Train–RER ticket costs €2.55 when continuing on the Metro.
That is substantially below the €14 airport Metro fare. The trade-off is that it is not a fast direct journey into central Paris. Official transport information gives roughly 45 minutes between Orly Airport and Villejuif–Louis Aragon on T7 alone. The Metro ride from there still has to be added.
It makes the most sense when keeping the fare low matters more than reaching Paris quickly, and when you are comfortable changing from tram to Metro with your luggage.
Official taxi or pre-arranged private transport?
Once door-to-door travel becomes the priority, the comparison changes. Instead of deciding between Metro and tram, travellers usually begin comparing an official Paris taxi with transportation arranged before arrival.
A regulated airport fare
The current maximum flat fares for direct qualifying taxi journeys between Orly Airport and Paris are €36 for the Left Bank and €45 for the Right Bank.
This makes an official taxi easy to understand for travellers who want to leave the airport and travel directly to a Paris address.
Organised before landing
Pre-arranged private transportation serves a slightly different need. The request can be planned around the date, destination, passengers and luggage before the traveller reaches Orly.
It may therefore suit families, groups or travellers who do not want to choose transportation after their flight.
Already know you want a private airport journey?
This guide is for comparing the available ways to reach Paris. If you have already decided that private transportation is the right option, the dedicated service page lets you provide the journey, passenger and luggage details.
View Orly Airport TransferThis is also why the service page and this article serve different search intentions. The article answers how to get from Orly Airport to Paris. The service page is intended for a traveller who has already chosen private transportation.
Orlyval still exists — and can still be the logical route.
Metro 14 has reduced the need for many visitors to use Orlyval, but the automated airport shuttle has not disappeared.
Orlyval connects the airport with Antony station on RER B. Travellers can then continue toward Paris using the regional rail network.
The €14 Paris Region ↔ Airports ticket covers qualifying airport journeys via Orlyval and the rail network.
Whether it makes sense depends largely on the final destination. If the accommodation or onward journey sits naturally along RER B, Orlyval may still produce a sensible route. If not, a direct journey on Metro 14 is likely to be easier to understand.
Never choose airport transportation only by looking for the route labelled “central Paris”. Start with the address where you actually need to arrive.
The airport transport map changed in a very short period.
Orly is a good example of why airport transport articles need regular updates. Advice that was completely reasonable a few years ago may now direct travellers toward a service that no longer exists.
Metro 14 reaches Orly
The southern extension gives the airport a direct Metro connection to Paris and changes the balance between the existing airport transport options.
OrlyBus ends
OrlyBus permanently closes on 3 March 2025 after passenger numbers fall sharply following the arrival of Metro 14.
The airport ticket is €14
The full-price Paris Region ↔ Airports ticket is €14 for qualifying Orly airport rail journeys.
Do not plan your 2026 journey around OrlyBus.
OrlyBus no longer operates. The airport bus ended permanently on 3 March 2025 after more than six decades of service.
It previously linked Orly Airport with Denfert-Rochereau and appears throughout years of Paris travel content. That is why visitors can still encounter guides and videos recommending it.
Île-de-France Mobilités reported that OrlyBus ridership had fallen by around 80% after the opening of the Metro 14 airport extension.
If a guide still treats OrlyBus as an active service, check the date of its other fare and transport information before relying on it.
“Paris” is too broad to choose the right transport.
Airport guides often compare transport using a generic destination such as “central Paris”. That is useful for a rough overview, but it can hide the part of the journey that matters most to a visitor.
A hotel close to Metro 14 may turn the airport journey into a simple direct ride followed by a short walk. Another hotel might require a Metro change, stairs and several blocks of walking with luggage.
The airport ticket price is the same in both examples. The passenger experience is not.
“What is the easiest route from Orly Airport to my exact accommodation?”
This same principle applies after the airport journey. A traveller who needs a driver available for several appointments or stops is looking for an hourly chauffeur in Paris, while someone leaving the city for Versailles, Giverny or another destination has a different need covered by day trips from Paris.
Landing time is not the same as Metro boarding time.
Travellers arriving late at Orly should avoid planning their transportation based only on the flight timetable.
The aircraft still has to reach the gate. Passengers may need to disembark, pass through the airport, collect checked baggage and walk to the transport area before the Paris journey begins.
Public transport timetables and any planned maintenance should therefore be checked for the actual travel date, particularly when landing late in the evening.
If the flight is scheduled close to the last practical public transport connection, having an alternative such as the official taxi rank or transportation arranged in advance becomes more useful.
The “best” Orly route depends heavily on who is travelling.
Metro 14 may be the obvious first check.
One traveller with manageable luggage and a convenient Paris address can make excellent use of the direct Metro connection.
T7 deserves a closer look.
The tram and Metro combination can cost much less than the airport rail ticket if extra travel time is acceptable.
Count suitcases as well as passengers.
Children, several large bags and the final walk from a Metro station can make door-to-door transport worth comparing.
Multiply before comparing.
Public transport is priced per passenger. Compare the total cost for the group rather than one €14 ticket with one vehicle.
A €14 Metro ticket becomes €56 for four full-fare travellers.
That simple calculation illustrates an important point about airport transport comparisons.
For one passenger, public transport and private road transport are very different financial propositions. For four people travelling together, the comparison changes because the rail fare is charged individually.
This does not mean an official taxi or private journey will necessarily be cheaper. It means you should compare the correct totals.
You should also compare the practical details. Four people carrying small bags are not equivalent to four travellers carrying several full-size suitcases and children’s equipment.
Six things that can make an Orly journey harder than necessary
OrlyBus closed permanently in March 2025 and should not appear in a current 2026 travel plan.
Orly journeys on Metro 14 use the dedicated airport fare rather than an ordinary standard Metro single ticket.
The Bus–Tram ticket and the onward Metro ticket are separate when using standard single fares.
The published rail journey does not include baggage, airport walking or travel from the Metro to your hotel.
A direct Metro into Paris does not automatically mean a direct journey to your accommodation.
Multiply public transport fares by your actual group size before comparing costs.
Orly Airport to Paris FAQ
What is the easiest public transport from Orly Airport to Paris?
For many visitors, Metro line 14 is the simplest public transport option because it runs directly from Aéroport d’Orly into Paris. The final answer still depends on how easily your accommodation connects to the line.
How much does Metro 14 from Orly Airport cost in 2026?
The full-price Paris Region ↔ Airports ticket costs €14 in 2026.
How long is Metro 14 from Orly to Paris?
RATP states that Metro 14 connects Orly Airport with Châtelet–Les Halles in around 25 minutes. Your complete journey will normally take longer once airport access and the final trip to your accommodation are included.
How much is a taxi from Orly Airport to Paris?
Current regulated maximum flat fares for qualifying direct journeys are €36 between Orly and the Left Bank and €45 between Orly and the Right Bank.
Is tram T7 cheaper than Metro 14?
At standard 2026 single-ticket prices, yes. The Bus–Tram ticket costs €2.05 and the separate onward Metro–Train–RER ticket costs €2.55, giving a simple combined fare of €4.60. The route takes longer and involves a change.
Is OrlyBus still operating?
No. OrlyBus permanently stopped operating on 3 March 2025.
Can you still take Orlyval?
Yes. Orlyval still connects Paris-Orly Airport with Antony on RER B and may be useful when the RER B route fits your final destination.
Can I arrange transportation from Orly before my flight?
Yes. Travellers who have already decided on private transportation can use Paris Rove’s Orly Airport Transfer page to provide their destination, date, passengers and luggage.
Metro 14 simplified Orly. It did not make every journey identical.
For many passengers in 2026, Metro 14 is the natural first option to check when travelling from Orly Airport to Paris. It is direct, straightforward and avoids the additional airport-to-RER connection that was once central to many Orly journeys.
But the lowest fare belongs to a different route. Tram T7 can reduce the public transport cost substantially for someone prepared to spend more time travelling. An official Paris taxi provides a regulated door-to-door alternative, while pre-arranged private transportation can suit passengers who value advance planning.
Before deciding, check your exact accommodation address, number of passengers, luggage and arrival time. Those four details usually provide a better answer than choosing a transport mode simply because it appears first in a Paris airport guide.