Flying from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Munich Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Munich Airport.
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lyon.
Every week, there are 21 Lyon Airport to Munich Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your LYS to MUC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Munich (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Lyon Airport to Munich Airport offered by this carrier.
Lufthansa is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering LYS to MUC flights is Lufthansa. Its services land as scheduled 75.65% of the time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Airport to Munich Airport. These are the top stopovers between LYS and MUC:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Munich Airport (MUC)
RM311 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Airport to Munich Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM716. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from LYS to MUC, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Munich Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
When it comes to Lyon Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Lyon Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LYS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lyon Airport to Munich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Munich Airport (MUC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lyon Airport to Munich Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Munich Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt to explore Munich and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Munich Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Munich Airport (MUC)
September is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Airport to Munich Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Munich in March.
Lock in your flight from Lyon Airport to Munich Airport for July if you'd like to explore Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LYS to MUC sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Munich, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Travel about 499 kilometres north-west to Essen to check off its leading attractions. From PACT Zollverein to Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Germany, consider Stuttgart, about 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart are highlights.