Flying from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) leaving from here.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Atlanta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Atlanta to LYS.
With more travellers during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Atlanta to LYS leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
76.64% of flights that take off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near LYS:
Get your adventure underway 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 usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Central Lyon is roughly 19 kilometres from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Currently, RM868 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,253. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Atlanta to LYS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Plan your visit to Lyon in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Atlanta to LYS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Lyon
Once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lyon:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Lyon when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Fête Des Lumières followed by Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
Explore more of France
Lyon is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south of Lyon, a trip to Marseille will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like 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 trip is complete without a visit to Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.