Flying from Krakow Airport (KRK) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Krakow and Lyon follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Each week, there are three Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 06:00 Wizz Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:55 with Wizz Air.
To ensure you get on your KRK to LYS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Getting to Lyon (and then discovering more of France!) is a breeze with Wizz Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Wizz Air.
With a reliable 86.36% of services arriving as planned, Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier for KRK to LYS flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KRK and LYS:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Krakow Airport (KRK) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport flight is $42. A round-trip fare is currently $93. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from KRK to LYS by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from KRK to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Krakow Airport (KRK)
When it comes to Krakow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Krakow Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Krakow. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near KRK? If you've booked an early flight from Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Explore without limits with a Lyon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and find adventure across Lyon and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Lyon Airport around three weeks ahead.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Lyon. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Krakow Airport to Lyon Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KRK to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Travel around 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to check off its must-visit sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Seine River, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, Marseille is another favourite stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.