Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun is six hours behind Lyon and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LYS to CUN flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between LYS and CUN:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is 313 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 609 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LYS to CUN, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.6% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it takes about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to LYS:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Consider booking a hotel near CUN if you're on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cancun and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cancun International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cancun. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cancun International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Cancun in May.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LYS to CUN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Cancun, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its top sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Mexico, head for Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are key highlights.