Flying from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bastia - Corsica.
Every week, there are 22 Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, opt for the 08:15 Volotea flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 22:40 with easyJet.
To ensure you catch your BIA to LYS flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Lyon holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of France:
Most travellers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
Air Corsica is the most punctual carrier that offers BIA to LYS flights, with 65.38% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BIA and LYS:
Strasbourg Airport
Bordeaux Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
R 702 is the best price for a one-way Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,280. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BIA to LYS.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BIA to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
84.36% of flights leaving Bastia Poretta Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from BIA.
To get to Bastia Poretta Airport from central Bastia - Corsica, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BIA:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you have a late Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LYS:
Travel at your own pace with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Lyon and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the busiest month for flights from Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Lyon in January.
When reserving your flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIA to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Lyon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If you want to check out another major destination in France, head for Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are among its highlights.
