Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
Lyon and Basel are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your LYS to BSL flight.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LYS and BSL:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Sainte Catherine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight is R 1,060. A return fare right now is R 2,482. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LYS to BSL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, data shows 69.6% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to LYS:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're getting in on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BSL:
Grab an EuroAirport Swiss rental car and explore Basel and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Enterprise are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss is roughly 6 kilometres from central Basel. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Basel in January.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Basel, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LYS to BSL sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've done Basel, now it's time to discover more of Switzerland. Travel around 72 kilometres east to Zurich to check off its top attractions. From Bahnhofstrasse to Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Bern is another favourite destination in Switzerland and is around 72 kilometres south of Basel. No trip is complete without visiting Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.
