Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
Santiago's timezone is UTC-3, making Santiago four hours behind Lyon.
Your LYS to SCL flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LYS and SCL include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight is 382 €. A return ticket is currently 740 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LYS to SCL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LYS to SCL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
69.6% of flights taking off from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LYS:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
If you're landing on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SCL:
Hit the road running by picking up an Arturo Merino Benitez Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rosselot, united rent a car or Street Rent a Car and explore beyond Santiago's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Santiago. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Santiago based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Santiago, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LYS to SCL in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Chile
Vina del Mar is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be explored after you've seen Santiago. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include La Foresta de Reñaca Park, Mirador Los Andes and Paseo Juan de Saavedra.
Around 97 kilometres north-west of Santiago, Valparaiso is another favourite stop in Chile. No visit is complete without checking out Escalera de Colores, Escalera Reina Victoria and Museo De La Memoria Valparaíso.