Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Sydney.
To ensure you get on your SYD to LYS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Many passengers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Right now, R 6,395 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 15,518. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to LYS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SYD to LYS.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Pick up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to LYS sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Marseille is another essential stop in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No journey is complete without seeing Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
