Travelling from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Lyon and Frankfurt are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
There are 29 Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights every week.
To ensure you get on your LYS to FRA flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Lufthansa is your gateway to discovering Frankfurt (and perhaps some other great parts of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating LYS to FRA flights. A reliable 85.9% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LYS and FRA:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
R 1,183 is the best price for a one-way Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,038. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from LYS to FRA, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
79% of flights that leave from Lyon Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Lyon Airport from central Lyon, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LYS:
Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Consider booking a hotel near FRA if you're catching a late Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Frankfurt's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Lyon Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LYS to FRA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.