Flying from Rabat Airport (RBA) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Rabat and Lyon are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Take your pick of three weekly Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 20:50.
To ensure you catch your RBA to LYS flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
EasyJet is your gateway to exploring Lyon (and perhaps some other exciting corners of France!). Check out the direct flights from Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport offered by this airline.
EasyJet has the highest passenger demand on this route.
EasyJet ranks as the leading on-time carrier for RBA to LYS flights, with 80.65% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between RBA and LYS:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Malaga Airport
Nantes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rabat Airport (RBA) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport flight is $74. A return ticket right now is $174. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RBA to LYS.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from RBA to LYS.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Rabat Airport (RBA)
74% of flights taking off from Rabat Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Rabat Airport from central Rabat, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near RBA. Whether you have an early flight from Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Pick up a Lyon Airport rental car and discover Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Lyon Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Rabat Airport to Lyon Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RBA to LYS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of France
You've visited Lyon, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Journey around 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to check off its popular sights. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Seine River, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of France, head for Marseille, about 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde are among the biggest draws.