Traveling from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS): What you need to know
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles. Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located in Lyon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to LYS.
With more people on the move during busy months like December, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to LYS with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LAX and LYS include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LAX is around 29 kilometers from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination on time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 29 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to LYS flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LYS:
Pick up a Lyon Saint Exupery Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Central Lyon is around 26 kilometers from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
AED 1,232 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport. Return flights start at AED 2,555. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Los Angeles to LYS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
September is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS), while October is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Los Angeles to LYS plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lyon to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lyon
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lyon:
Your Lyon trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that should be on your list include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Explore more of France
You've done Lyon, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey around 274 kilometers south to Marseille to tick off its must-visit sights. From Les Calanques to Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, your itinerary will be busy.
Nice is another sought-after destination in France and is around 290 kilometers southeast of Lyon. No trip is complete without visiting Vieux-Nice, Mission Promenade des Anglais and Promenade Des Anglais.
