Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
Skopje's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lyon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your LYS to SKP flight.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Skopje International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LYS and SKP:
Vienna International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Currently, AED 121 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 251. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LYS to SKP. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Skopje International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of all flights departing from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% land on time at their destination.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometers from central Lyon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Skopje International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SKP instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Skopje International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz and explore beyond Skopje's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Skopje International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport to the center of Skopje has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometers away.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Skopje International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Skopje in February.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Skopje International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Skopje, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to SKP in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of North Macedonia
You've done Skopje, now it's time to explore other parts of North Macedonia. Travel around 105 kilometers south to Bitola to check off its top sights. From Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir to Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in North Macedonia, consider Kumanovo, roughly 29 kilometers north-east of Skopje. MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution are the start of reasons to visit.