No, Paris Orly Airport (ORY) does not have indoor smoking rooms. France bans all indoor smoking. However, Orly has outdoor terraces accessible after security in multiple terminal sectors, including near Gates A11/A12 in Orly 1-2 and a covered terrace past duty free in the F gates area.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is the second-largest airport in the Paris region, handling around 33 million passengers per year. Located 13 km south of central Paris, Orly serves a mix of domestic, European, and Mediterranean routes. The airport has four terminal sectors – Orly 1, Orly 2, Orly 3, and Orly 4 – connected by the OrlyVal automated train. Smokers will find outdoor terraces accessible from the departures level in multiple sectors.
Smoking Policy at Paris Orly Airport
France has banned indoor smoking in all public places since 2008, and Orly enforces this strictly. There are no indoor smoking rooms anywhere in the airport. However, Orly provides outdoor terraces and covered areas accessible from the departure level where smoking is permitted. These are the only places you can legally smoke at the airport.
E-cigarettes and vaping devices fall under the same rules as traditional cigarettes in France. You must use the designated outdoor smoking areas for vaping as well.
Airport Layout
Orly was reorganized into four numbered sectors after a major renovation:
- Orly 1 and 2 handle international and long-haul flights on the south side
- Orly 3 (formerly Orly West) serves domestic and Schengen routes
- Orly 4 is the newest sector, handling additional Schengen and domestic traffic
All sectors are connected airside, so you can walk between them after clearing security. This means you can access whichever smoking terrace is most convenient regardless of which sector your gate is in.
Orly 1-2 Smoking Areas
Orly 1-2 handles international flights and has outdoor terraces on the departures level.
Smoking areas: Outdoor terrace near gates A11/A12 on the departures level. Travellers also report an outdoor area accessible near Gate B15 on Level 1, and a terrace reachable by taking the elevator up one floor from Gate B to the relaxation area on Level 2.
After security: Outdoor terraces are accessible after security without needing to exit the secure zone.
Orly 3 Smoking Areas
Orly 3 is the former Orly West terminal, now handling domestic and Schengen flights including Transavia services.
Smoking areas: Outdoor area next to the entrance of gate E6 (Transavia gate area).
After security: Limited options compared to Orly 1-2. You may need to walk to an adjacent sector’s terrace.
F Gates Area
The F gates concourse offers the most accessible outdoor smoking options at Orly, making it a good option if your gate is nearby.
Smoking areas: Outdoor covered terrace past duty free shops and toilets on the left side of the F concourse. This area is outside and mostly protected from rain but is not heated. A second terrace is accessible near gate F26. Travellers also report a smoking area to your left immediately after the security checkpoint for the F gates.
After security: Yes, all F gates smoking areas are accessible after security.
E-Cigarettes and Vaping
France treats e-cigarettes and vaping the same as traditional smoking. You cannot vape inside the terminal, in restaurants, or in lounges. All vaping must be done in the designated outdoor smoking areas. This applies to all device types including heated tobacco products.
Tips for Smokers at Paris Orly Airport
- Multiple outdoor terraces are accessible after security, so there is no need to rush a cigarette before entering the terminal
- The F gates area has the most smoking options for departing passengers
- All four sectors are connected airside – you can walk to a different sector’s terrace if yours is crowded
- Covered terraces provide rain protection but are not heated, so bring a jacket in winter
- The Icare Lounge has an outdoor smoking terrace, but you need to pay for lounge access or hold a business/first class ticket
- Allow extra time if your gate is far from the nearest smoking terrace, especially during peak travel periods
- Buy cigarettes before security at the tabac shops, as options are limited airside
Summary
| Area | Smoking Allowed | Location Details |
|---|---|---|
| Orly 1-2 Departures | Outdoor terrace | Near gates A11/A12, Gate B area Level 1-2 |
| Orly 3 | Outdoor area | Near gate E6 entrance |
| F Gates | Outdoor covered terrace | Past duty free on the left, near gate F26 |
| Inside terminals | No | Indoor smoking banned throughout |
| Lounges | Outdoor terrace only | Icare Lounge (paid access) |
Useful Links
- Paris Orly Airport Official Website {target="_blank" rel=“noopener”}