Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Lyon six hours ahead of Austin.
To ensure you get on your AUS to LYS flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between AUS and LYS include:
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, 255 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 675 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from AUS to LYS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The address for AUS is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.23% of flights that depart AUS arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Austin-Bergstrom International Airport from central Austin, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near AUS. Whether you have an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Grab a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and discover Lyon and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
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 reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Austin-Bergstrom International 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 bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to explore Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUS to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Lyon has plenty going for it, 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 leading sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Marseille is another must-experience destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No journey is complete without a visit to Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
