Travelling from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon is eight hours ahead of Victoria and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your YYJ to LYS flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, R 15,740 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 15,858. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from YYJ to LYS, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from YYJ to LYS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Victoria International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Of the departures from Victoria International Airport, 67.45% land on time at their destination.
Victoria International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to YYJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Consider booking a hotel near LYS if you're catching a late Victoria International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to central Lyon has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Victoria International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Lyon. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Victoria International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to go to Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYJ to LYS around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of France
You've visited Lyon, now it's time to explore more of France. Travel about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its top sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
