Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon is five hours ahead of Detroit and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your DTW to LYS flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DTW and LYS:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
216 € is the best price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 524 €. These fares may change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DTW to LYS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DTW to LYS.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you have a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near LYS:
Go where the road takes you with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and find adventure across Lyon and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
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 driving.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DTW to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've seen Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in France, consider Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are key reasons to visit.
