Flying from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) jetting off from here.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Phoenix.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Phoenix to LYS.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
The journey from central Phoenix to SCF takes about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Split up your flight from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and LYS include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can reach PHX from the centre of Phoenix in approximately 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to LYS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82.57% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Is around AZA 56 kilometres from central Phoenix. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At AZA, that figure is 78.65%.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LYS:
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Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to central Lyon is around 19 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is $583. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,540. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to LYS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
September is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Plan your visit to Lyon in April for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 31ºC. Book your Phoenix to LYS flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 9ºC.
More about Lyon
Start your Lyon trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon are must-visits when exploring Lyon.
Explore more of France
Lyon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of France just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south of Lyon, a visit to Marseille will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
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.