Travelling from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Warsaw has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) taking off from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Warsaw. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon.
You can choose from 6 direct services every week between Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). This is the busiest route, with LOT - Polish Airlines offering a 8am departure from WAW to LYS.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Warsaw to LYS.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from WAW, you can catch a direct flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport with LOT - Polish Airlines.
LOT - Polish Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from WAW to LYS.
The journey from central Warsaw to WAW takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Frederic Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
77.68% of flights departing from Frederic Chopin Airport land at their destination on time.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
On public transport, you can travel from central Warsaw to WMI in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Warsaw to LYS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport:
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near LYS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Lyon and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Lyon. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is Rs20,339. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs47,787. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Warsaw to LYS. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Visit Lyon in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Warsaw to LYS flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lyon to range from 13ºC to 31ºC.
January has temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Lyon
Start your Lyon trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Warsaw to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Fête Des Lumières and Lyon Old Town are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Lyon must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Odeon of Lyon.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Lyon. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon, Nice is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
