Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Lyon.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LYS to KUL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as September. 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.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LYS and KUL:
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Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
R 4,649 is the best price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 9,016. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LYS to KUL if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
69.6% of flights that depart Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. 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.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 4 hours 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Kuala Lumpur in February.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LYS to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you should also see. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another favourite destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is roughly 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make time for highlights including Simflightkl.
