Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Phuket six hours ahead of Lyon.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LYS to HKT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Phuket International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LYS and HKT:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Currently, Rs85,514 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs179,282. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LYS to HKT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Phuket International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LYS to HKT.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
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 meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going 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 takes about 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LYS. Whether you have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Phuket International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Consider booking a hotel close to HKT if you're catching a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and explore beyond Phuket's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
February is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Phuket International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Phuket in April.
When booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Phuket International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Phuket. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.