Flying from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Philadelphia to LYS.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Philadelphia to LYS departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
78.93% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Philadelphia to LYS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Most flights that leave Trenton-Mercer Airport reach their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82.45%.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility to explore Lyon and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon is roughly 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, $899 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,341. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Philadelphia to LYS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Plan your visit to Lyon in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Philadelphia to LYS flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lyon to range from 13ºC to 31ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lyon
Start your Lyon trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Fête Des Lumières and Lyon Old Town are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Lyon itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Odeon of Lyon.
Explore more of France
You've done Lyon, now it's time to explore more of France. Travel about 274 kilometres south to Marseille to tick off its popular sights. From Les Calanques to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon, Nice is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
