Flying from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Madeira.
To ensure you get on your FNC to LYS flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Jetting into Lyon (and then exploring more of France!) is a snap with Transavia France. This popular airline has direct flights from Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Transavia France on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between FNC and LYS:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Porto Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is R 785. A round-trip fare is currently R 1,784. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from FNC to LYS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Madeira Airport (FNC)
Of the flights that depart from Madeira Airport, 73.73% land on schedule at their destination.
Madeira Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Madeira. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to FNC:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're arriving on a late Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near LYS:
Go where the road takes you with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Lyon and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from central Lyon. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Madeira Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FNC to LYS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Lyon is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of France you'll want to see. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If there's time to check out another great destination in France, head for Marseille, about 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are among the biggest draws.