Travelling from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Canberra.
Give yourself enough time to make your CBR to LYS flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
$1,489 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Canberra Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start at $2,701. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CBR to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Canberra Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
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Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)
72.61% of flights taking off from Canberra Airport reach their destination on time.
Canberra Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Canberra. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Canberra Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CBR:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Consider booking a hotel close to LYS if you're on a late Canberra Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
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 takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Canberra Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Canberra Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CBR to LYS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Lyon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If there's time to check out another major destination in France, consider Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are highlights.