Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport.
Lyon is one hour ahead of Manchester and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MAN to LYS flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
EasyJet has direct flights from Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Lyon — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is easyJet.
EasyJet is a leader in on-time performance for MAN to LYS flights, with 82.35% of its services landing as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAN and LYS:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
At the moment, $74 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $146. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to LYS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAN to LYS.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MAN:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
If you're getting in on a late Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LYS:
Pick up a Lyon Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Lyon Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Lyon Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Airport, Lyon is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Lyon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Lyon Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to LYS in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of France
Lyon has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of France waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a visit to Paris will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of France, head for Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde are the start of reasons to visit.