Travelling from Lyon Airport (LYS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Lyon.
Every week, there are 13 Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 07:00 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:30 with easyJet.
Your LYS to LGW flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can travel nonstop to London, the United Kingdom. Jet off with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating LYS to LGW flights is easyJet. Its services land without delay 78.81% of the time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LYS and LGW:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Strasbourg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
At the moment, R 278 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 649. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LYS to LGW if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
79% of flights that take off from Lyon Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Lyon Airport from central Lyon, it'll take about 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.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LYS:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking a hotel near LGW if you have a late Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Lyon Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LYS to LGW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.