Travelling from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, making Lyon four hours ahead of Santiago.
To ensure you get on your SCL to LYS flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Lyon Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SCL and LYS:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
At the moment, Rs89,875 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Lyon Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs245,768. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SCL to LYS if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Lyon Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart SCL reach their destination on time.
Central Santiago to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Lyon Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SCL:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
If you have a late Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Lyon Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near LYS:
Grab a Lyon Airport rental car and discover Lyon and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Lyon Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Lyon Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Airport to central Lyon has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Lyon Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Lyon. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Lyon Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SCL to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lyon. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.
