Flying from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Dallas's main base, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS).
Lyon is six hours ahead of Dallas. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Dallas to LYS.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Dallas to LYS departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
DFW is around 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, data shows 73.22% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in about 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Dallas to LYS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dallas Love Field Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.03%.
The address for DAL is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon 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 to explore Lyon and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
The centre of Lyon is about 19 kilometres from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, RM1,085 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,810. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Dallas to LYS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Visit Lyon in April for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Dallas to LYS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Lyon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lyon right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Dallas to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Lyon itinerary.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen 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 favourite destination in France and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. No journey is complete without a visit to Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.