Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Lyon.
Each week, there are 21 Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 06:00 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:55 with Wizz Air Malta.
Your LYS to FCO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Rome (and then discovering more of Italy!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is easyJet.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. These are the top stopovers between LYS and FCO:
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport
Menorca Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is 25 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 48 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from LYS to FCO, book your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from LYS to FCO.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, data shows 69.6% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near LYS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you have a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Travel at your own speed with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and discover more of Rome and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Rome. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to FCO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another standout destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No trip is complete without seeing National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.