Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Chania's timezone is UTC+2, making Chania one hour ahead of Lyon.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LYS to CHQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
EasyJet has direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Chania — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
EasyJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LYS and CHQ:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport flight is R 737. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 2,534. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from LYS to CHQ by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LYS to CHQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of the departures from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near LYS. Whether you have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Consider booking a hotel near CHQ if you have a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Chania International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and find adventure across Chania and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chania International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport to the centre of Chania has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Chania in January.
The warmest month in Chania is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Chania International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to CHQ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chania. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Around 483 kilometres north of Chania, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
