Travelling from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Tehran. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) taking off from here.
Lyon is two hours 30 minutes behind Tehran. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Tehran to LYS.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Tehran to LYS departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The distance from central Tehran to IKA is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Have an early flight from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Stay at a hotel near Imam Khomeini International Airport, like Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also put you moments from your departure gate.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Book a hotel close to LYS if you're catching a late flight from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Lyon and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to central Lyon is roughly 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
R 2,443 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. A return flight starts from R 13,704. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tehran to LYS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport ticket.
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Nail down a great price on a flight from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). September is the most popular month to visit Lyon. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Tehran to LYS plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Lyon
Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lyon:
Fête Des Lumières and Lyon Old Town are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Lyon itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Odeon of Lyon.
Explore more of France
You've visited Lyon, now it's time to discover more of France. Travel around 274 kilometres south to Marseille to check off its leading sights. From Les Calanques to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Nice is another essential stop in France and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. No journey is complete without a visit to Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
