Travelling from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Lisbon.
Each week, there are 26 Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 05:55 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:30 with TAP Portugal.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LIS to LYS flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to Lyon (and then seeing more of France!) is a cinch with TAP Portugal. This popular airline has direct flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with TAP Portugal on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating LIS to LYS flights is TAP Portugal. Its services arrive as planned 68.04% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between LIS and LYS:
Marseille Provence Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, 31 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 69 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIS to LYS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LIS to LYS.
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Handy information about Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
64.1% of flights that take off from Lisbon Portela Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Lisbon to Lisbon Portela Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LIS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Consider booking a hotel close to LYS if you're on a late Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Lyon and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks ahead.
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 about 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Portela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Lisbon Portela 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).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIS to LYS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've visited Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.