Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Dubai: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai and you'll be in the air for around 6 hours 58 minutes.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 3 hours ahead of Lyon.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route, with 12 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from LYS to DXB is with Emirates at 15:40. Go for the first departure with Transavia France at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from LYS to Dubai, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can get a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai. Begin your journey at LYS and arrive at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Book your seat with Emirates. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from LYS to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You won't need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you hold a passport from France and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before organizing your flight tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Traveling from central Lyon to LYS takes around 47 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel close to LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Dubai
AED 417 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 973. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LYS to Dubai.
The cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometers. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the center driving.
It'll take around 49 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is roughly 56 kilometers from the center of Dubai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near DWC. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from LYS to Dubai at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai. July is the most popular month for a trip to Dubai. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from LYS to Dubai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Dubai:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
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