Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Zurich and Lyon are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ZRH to LYS flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is Rs19,963. A return fare is currently Rs45,795. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZRH to LYS if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights that leave from Zurich Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near ZRH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Consider booking a hotel near LYS if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from central Lyon. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Lyon in January.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you want to visit Lyon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to LYS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of France
You've seen Lyon, now it's time to discover 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 journey is complete without seeing Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.