Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Essaouira Airport (ESU): what you need to know
Lyon and Essaouira are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
To ensure you catch your LYS to ESU flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Essaouira Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LYS and ESU:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
Bordeaux Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Essaouira Airport (ESU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Essaouira Airport flight is 40 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 62 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LYS to ESU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Essaouira Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LYS to ESU by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Essaouira Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of the flights that depart from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% land on time at their destination.
Central Lyon to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Essaouira Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to LYS:
Arriving at Essaouira Airport (ESU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Essaouira Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ESU instead:
Pick up an Essaouira Airport rental car and explore Essaouira and beyond with your own set of wheels. Aircar, Budget and FoxCar are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Essaouira Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Essaouira Airport (ESU) to central Essaouira
From Essaouira Airport, Essaouira is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Essaouira Airport (ESU)
March is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Essaouira Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Essaouira in April.
The warmest month in Essaouira is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Essaouira Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to ESU in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Morocco
You've done Essaouira, now it's time to discover more of Morocco. Journey about 306 kilometres north-east to Casablanca to tick off its top attractions. From Hassan II Mosque to La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another corner of Morocco, head for Rabat, about 386 kilometres north-east of Essaouira. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are the start of reasons to visit.