Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Bristol.
Your BRS 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.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Lyon (and then discovering more of France!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
EasyJet is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BRS and LYS include:
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Bordeaux Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
RM159 is currently the best price for a one-way Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM479. These fares can change based on demand.
Book two months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BRS to LYS.
The cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from BRS to LYS is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
69.8% of flights taking off from Bristol Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Bristol Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Bristol. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BRS? If you're boarding an early flight from Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Lyon and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Bristol 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).
Search for cheap tickets from BRS to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If you want to check out another great destination in France, head for Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are highlights.