Travelling from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Your SEN to LYS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Southend Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between SEN and LYS:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Southend Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is 37 €. A return plane ticket is currently 82 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SEN to LYS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SEN to LYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Southend Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about London Southend Airport (SEN)
When it comes to London Southend Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.91% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Southend Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SEN? If you're catching an early flight from London Southend Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Southend Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
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 around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from London Southend Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Lyon in January.
Book your flight from London Southend Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to visit Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SEN to LYS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've seen Lyon, now it's time to discover more of France. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its leading sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Marseille is another well-known destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No trip is complete without dropping by Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.