Flying from Lyon Airport (LYS) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Lyon.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LYS to JFK flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LYS and JFK:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
R 5,536 is the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 6,299. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LYS to JFK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
79% of flights leaving from Lyon Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Lyon Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lyon Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt to explore New York and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
New York John F. Kennedy Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central New York. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lyon Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit New York in March.
Book your flight from Lyon Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport for July if you want to visit New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to JFK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another standout destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.