Travelling from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS).
The average duration of a direct Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is 7 hours 15 minutes.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Montreal.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) is the busiest route, with 8 direct services each week. You can get from YUL to LYS on Air Transat's 8:20pm flight.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Montreal to LYS.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Nonstop flights from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) operate from here.
Air Canada is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport taking off from YUL.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between YUL and LYS is Air Canada.
Among carriers on this route, Air Canada has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
64.89% of flights taking off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport land at their destination on time.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is around 40 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near St. Hubert Airport the day before your Montreal to LYS flight:
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Have a late flight from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near LYS and hit the pillow fast:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lyon and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Central Lyon is about 19 kilometres from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, R 3,993 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,094. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Montreal to LYS.
The best month for picking up cheap Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS), while September is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Montreal to LYS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Lyon
Start your Lyon trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon are attractions you won't want to skip in Lyon.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lyon. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Nice is another sought-after destination in France and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. No journey is complete without experiencing Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
