Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Vienna and Lyon follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from VIE to LYS start from 07:10 — the first with Austrian. The latest departure is at 17:55 with Austrian. Overall, you can take your pick of 20 weekly Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights.
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 board your VIE to LYS flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Austrian is your gateway to discovering Lyon (and maybe even some other exciting corners of France!). Browse the direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport offered by this carrier.
Austrian has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With an impressive 87.72% of services arriving on schedule, Austrian is the most punctual carrier for VIE to LYS flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Currently, R 919 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,130. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from VIE to LYS.
The cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vienna International Airport, 78.59% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Vienna to Vienna International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near VIE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're landing on a late Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near LYS:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's main sights.
Booking your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Lyon in January.
Lock in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VIE to LYS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like 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 trip is complete without dropping by Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
