Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is four hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your LYS to Buenos Aires flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from LYS to Buenos Aires with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Lyon, LYS can be reached in about 35 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
69.6% of flights that depart Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Buenos Aires
R 7,746 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 14,555. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from LYS to Buenos Aires. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight from LYS to Buenos Aires is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AEP instead:
Pick up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and discover Buenos Aires and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week before your flight from LYS to Buenos Aires can help you get the best possible rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LYS to Buenos Aires flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and be off and running.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from EZE one week in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Buenos Aires in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LYS to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Buenos Aires, explore our range of hotels including:
Recoleta Cemetery and Obelisco de Buenos Aires are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Buenos Aires travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to explore more of Argentina. Journey about 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to tick off its popular sights. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Mar Del Plata is another well-known destination in Argentina and is around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without visiting Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.