Paris-Orly Airport

LFPO / ORY

Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne), FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
12:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
17 kt
80° G29 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFPO 221230Z 08017G29KT CAVOK 17/01 Q1020 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Paris-Orly Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 17 knots with gusts to 29 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (291 ft)
Pressure Alt
89 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 399 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFPO 221100Z 2212/2318 08015G25KT CAVOK BECMG 2216/2219 07012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 70° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FPO
02
20
06
24
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 7,874 ft 197 ft CON 18°
8.0 kt 15.0 kt
62° angle
06/24 11,975 ft 148 ft ASP 62°
16.2 kt 5.3 kt
18° angle
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
10,892 ft 148 ft CON 74°
16.7 kt 3.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFPO

9,947 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.9%
MVFR
18.8%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
8.1%

Paris-Orly Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.4%
NE
11%
E
7.9%
SE
5.8%
S
27.6%
SW
19.1%
W
13.2%
NW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.7°C
Range: -8°C to 31°C
-8°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.9%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,947 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Paris-Orly Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFPO
IATA Code: ORY
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 291 ft MSL

Location

City: Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne)
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.723330°
Longitude: 2.379440°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 11,975 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 10,892 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Paris-Orly Airport

Overview

Paris-Orly Airport serves as a critical international airport for the Paris metropolitan area, located in the southeastern suburbs of Paris. As a major commercial airport, it handles significant passenger and cargo traffic, complementing Charles de Gaulle Airport in serving the Paris region. The airport's elevation of 291 ft MSL and strategic location make it an important hub for regional and international aviation.

Flying Conditions

Located at 48.723330, 2.379440, Paris-Orly experiences typical continental European weather patterns with seasonal variations. The airport's multiple runways (02/20 at 7,874 ft, 06/24 at 11,975 ft, and 07/25 at 10,892 ft) provide flexibility for operations under different wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind challenges due to the airport's geographic location and runway orientations.

Notable Features

The airport features three substantial runways with varied surface types: two concrete (CON) runways and one asphalt (ASP) runway. Its multiple runway configurations offer operational advantages for different aircraft types and weather conditions. The varied runway lengths provide flexibility for different aircraft categories, from regional jets to wide-body international aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection at Paris-Orly will typically depend on wind direction, with the 06/24 and 07/25 runways offering the longest approach options. The substantial runway lengths (up to 11,975 ft) accommodate a wide range of aircraft performance requirements. Pilots should carefully review current wind and weather conditions to select the most appropriate runway for approach and landing.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.