Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is five hours behind Lyon.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your LYS to Ottawa flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Finding a flight ticket from LYS to Ottawa with a stopover is easy. Whether you want to cut costs on your fare or discover a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A top stop on this route is Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
LYS is about 19 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ottawa, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
69.6% of flights that depart Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Ottawa
R 5,828 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 10,469. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from LYS to Ottawa, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ottawa across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just hopped off a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy options near YND.
Start your adventure sooner with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Ottawa's usual tourist stops.
Increase your chances of scoring a great deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from LYS to Ottawa is a good idea.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. Once you've hopped off your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to YOW. Settle in and get cosy after your LYS to Ottawa flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Visit Ottawa in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ottawa right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Ottawa:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-do's during your Ottawa adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its top sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
