Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Bristol.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BRS to LYS flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Lyon — and maybe even more of France if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers BRS to LYS flights is easyJet. Its services arrive without delay 66.67% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BRS and LYS include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Nantes Airport
Bordeaux Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
Rs13,064 is the lowest price for a one-way Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs31,320. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from BRS to LYS by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BRS to LYS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
Bristol Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BRS touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
To reach Bristol Airport from central Bristol, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BRS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
Consider staying in a hotel near LYS if you're taking a late Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Lyon Airport rental car and discover Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Lyon Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Bristol Airport to Lyon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRS to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -4ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of France
Lyon has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
Marseille is another sought-after destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No trip is complete without experiencing Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.