Travelling from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) taking off from here.
Lyon is eight hours ahead of San Diego. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from San Diego to LYS.
During high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from San Diego to LYS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 5 kilometres from central San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
71.38% of flights that leave from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central San Diego to CLD in around 2 hours 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your San Diego to LYS flight? Unwind in a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Lyon. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Currently, Rs95,984 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs258,495. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Diego to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Cheap San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
April is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS), while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Lyon based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your San Diego to LYS flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 9ºC.
More about Lyon
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lyon:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon are must-do's during your Lyon adventure.
Explore more of France
Lyon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south of Lyon, a trip to Marseille will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
If you want to check out another side of France, consider Nice, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are key highlights.
