Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LAX to LYS flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LAX and LYS:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
R 4,404 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 10,031. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LAX to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Lyon and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible 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.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Lyon in January.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've seen Lyon, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey around 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to check off its top sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in France, consider Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are key highlights.
