Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Lyon.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LYS to SSH flight.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LYS and SSH:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Naples International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is $99. A round-trip fare right now is $162. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from LYS to SSH, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LYS to SSH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LYS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're coming in on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SSH:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to SSH in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Journey around 386 kilometres north-west to Cairo to tick off its leading sights. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.