Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Paris is one hour ahead of Edinburgh and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are three Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, take the 08:40 Transavia France flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 19:00 with Transavia France.
To ensure you catch your EDI to ORY flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Transavia France offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Paris — and maybe even more of France if time allows.
Transavia France is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 75.0% of its services landing as planned, Transavia France is the most punctual carrier offering EDI to ORY flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between EDI and ORY:
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Currently, £41 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £76. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from EDI to ORY by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Edinburgh Airport is around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near EDI:
Arriving at Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORY instead:
Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Paris Orly Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Paris. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Paris Orly Airport for August if you'd like to go to Paris during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to ORY in January. Temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Paris. Around 386 kms (240 miles) away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Nantes is another essential stop in France and is around 338 kms (210 miles) south-west of Paris. No journey is complete without a visit to Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.