Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Madinah's timezone is UTC+3, making Madinah two hours ahead of Lyon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your LYS to MED flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LYS and MED:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight is RM322. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM1,489. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from LYS to MED. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from LYS to MED is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of all flights departing from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% land on time at their destination.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near LYS? If you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Grab a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and discover Madinah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
From Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Madinah is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madinah. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to MED in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
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