Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne) to Los Angeles (ORY–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between ORY and LAX, connecting options are available through 27 hubs.
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne)
| Metric | ORY→LAX | CDG→LAX | DIJ→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORY | – | 21 mi | 161 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 55 | – |
| Flight time | 11h 40m | 11h 15m | 8h 57m |
Travel Essentials
ORY: CEST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne), it's 9:00 AM in Los Angeles.
French citizens enter the US visa-free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for up to 90 days for tourism or business. You must get an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov. The ESTA costs USD 21 and is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires. Apply at least 72 hours before departure, though most approvals come within minutes.
Your passport must be biometric (the e-passport symbol on the cover). At US immigration, you will be fingerprinted and photographed. Officers may ask about your trip purpose, accommodation, and return plans. You cannot extend a VWP stay beyond 90 days or change status while in the US. For longer stays or work, apply for a visa at the US Embassy in Paris (2 Avenue Gabriel, Paris 8e).
Air France, Delta, United, and other carriers fly Paris CDG to multiple US cities direct, including New York JFK, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Miami, and Washington Dulles. The US dollar is the local currency. Tipping is expected (15 to 20% at restaurants). Travel insurance covering medical costs is strongly recommended since US healthcare charges are extreme by French standards. An ER visit can cost USD 3,000 or more without insurance.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
ORY–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORY to LAX
Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
ORY to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORY to LAX ranges from 11 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,665 miles (9,116 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via GVA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) and Dijon (DIJ).