Flying from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Santiago de Compostela and Lyon are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SCQ to LYS flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between SCQ and LYS:
Bilbao Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is Rs14,543. A return plane ticket right now is Rs32,390. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SCQ to LYS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Santiago de Compostela Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SCQ arrive on schedule 81.44% of the time.
Central Santiago de Compostela to Santiago de Compostela Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SCQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Santiago de Compostela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Lyon. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SCQ to LYS sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've seen Lyon, now it's time to explore more of France. Travel around 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to tick off its leading sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Marseille is another standout destination in France and is around 274 kilometres south of Lyon. No trip is complete without seeing Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.