Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, making Lyon one hour ahead of Faro.
Each week, there are four Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, take the 08:30 Volotea flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 22:25 with Volotea.
To ensure you get on your FAO to LYS flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Lyon holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of France:
Transavia France is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between FAO and LYS include:
Porto Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, Rs9,367 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs21,046. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from FAO to LYS by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from FAO to LYS.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
76.66% of flights departing from Faro Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Faro to Faro Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near FAO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you have a late Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LYS:
Fast-track your adventure 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 main sights.
Reserving your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Lyon. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Lyon. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Faro Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FAO to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of France
Lyon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Marseille is another well-known destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No journey is complete without a visit to Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.