Travelling from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Amman: what you need to know
Amman is one hour ahead of Paris, where Paris Orly Airport is located. Amman runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your ORY to Amman flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from ORY to Amman, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Travelling from central Paris to ORY takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Paris Orly Airport to Amman? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ORY:
75.56% of flights leaving from Paris Orly Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Amman
The best price we've found for a one-way Paris Orly Airport to Amman flight is $115. The cheapest price for a return flight is $237. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ORY to Amman. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap tickets from Paris Orly Airport to Amman is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across the month and walk away with an awesome deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ORY to Amman by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Paris Orly Airport to Amman.
Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to central Amman takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris Orly Airport to Amman, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near AMM:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation to explore Amman and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Queen Alia International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from ORY to Amman can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Amman
Travel to Amman in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Paris Orly Airport to Amman in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your Paris Orly Airport to Amman plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Amman, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ORY to Amman around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Amman
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amman right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Paris Orly Airport to Amman:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Viewpoint roman theatre, Amman Citadel and Rainbow Street are essential stops on your Amman itinerary.
Explore more of Jordan
Aqaba is just one of the many cities in Jordan waiting to be explored once you've seen Amman. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Aqaba Fort, Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum.
If you want to check out another major destination in Jordan, head for Petra, roughly 193 kilometres south of Amman. Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset are highlights.