Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon is one hour behind Helsinki and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your HEL to LYS flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lyon Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HEL and LYS include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lyon Airport flight is 54 €. A return ticket right now is 169 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from HEL to LYS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lyon Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lyon Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
84% of flights departing from Helsinki Vantaa Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of HEL.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lyon Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Lyon Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lyon and beyond.
Booking your ride from Lyon Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lyon Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Lyon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
Marseille is another favourite destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No journey is complete without experiencing Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.