Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Paris: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Lyon (the location of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport) and Paris are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 36 weekly flights between the two airports, Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 06:35. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from LYS to CDG is with Air France at 18:45.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your LYS to Paris flight.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Direct Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris tickets are available for booking. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is where you'll be landing.
Book your favourite seat with Air France. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris.
The journey from central Lyon to LYS takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near LYS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights leaving Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Paris
R 591 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 1,814. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CDG:
Travel at your own speed with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and venture far and wide through Paris and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from LYS to Paris can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 19 kilometres from central Paris. Following your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 55 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LYS to Paris flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Paris Orly Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from ORY one week ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris has landed. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take about 2 hours 20 minutes using public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel close to BVA. Get settled at one of these stays after your LYS to Paris flight:
Start your travels without stressing over how to get to your next stop with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted companies here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
If you're after a specific model or make, lock in your ride from BVA around three weeks before your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, along with a better price.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are often higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Paris in the off-season for a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Paris, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Travel around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its popular sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Nantes is another standout destination in France and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. No trip is complete without visiting Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.