Travelling from Lille Airport (LIL) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lille and Lyon are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LIL to LYS flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lille Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between LIL and LYS:
Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport
Bordeaux Airport
Bastia Poretta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lille Airport (LIL) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Currently, R 1,272 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lille Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,017. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LIL to LYS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Lille Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from LIL to LYS.
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Handy information about Lille Airport (LIL)
When it comes to Lille Airport's on-time performance, 70.42% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Lille to Lille Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LIL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lille Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Book a hotel close to LYS if you have a late Lille Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and discover more of Lyon and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to central Lyon has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Lille Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Lille Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to explore Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LIL to LYS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've seen Lyon, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Travel around 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its must-visit sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.