Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is 12 hours behind Auckland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your AKL to LYS flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the AKL to LYS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
R 10,770 is the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 30,191. These prices may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AKL to LYS, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights that depart Auckland Airport reach their destination on time.
Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AKL? If you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Auckland Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Pick up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Lyon. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Auckland Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Lyon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Marseille is another well-known destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No journey is complete without seeing Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.