Flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Paris.
Choose from 59 weekly Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. The 07:35 departure with Air France is the earliest flight you can take. Air France operates the latest service of the day at 21:30.
To ensure you catch your CDG to LYS flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Jetting into Lyon (and then exploring more of France!) is a breeze with Air France. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air France on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for CDG to LYS flights is Air France.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CDG and LYS:
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Right now, RM311 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM565. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CDG to LYS.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Of all flights leaving Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Charles de Gaulle Airport from central Paris, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CDG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LYS if you're taking a late Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 experience the lesser-explored corners of Lyon and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Lyon. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from CDG to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France you'll want to see. About 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Marseille is another standout destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No trip is complete without visiting Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
