Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Lyon is one hour ahead of Belfast and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BFS to LYS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
EasyJet is your gateway to exploring Lyon (and perhaps some other exciting corners of France!). Check out the direct flights from Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is easyJet.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BFS and LYS:
Birmingham International Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is 30 €. A return ticket right now is 126 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BFS to LYS.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BFS to LYS.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Of the flights that depart from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Belfast International Airport from central Belfast, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours.
Need a handy hotel near BFS? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Grab a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Belfast International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BFS to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Experience major highlights starting with Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
