Travelling from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Seattle.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to LYS.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Seattle to LYS leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can reach LKE from the centre of Seattle in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to LYS flight:
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LYS:
Pick up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Lyon. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
At the moment, $689 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,239. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to LYS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS), while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Lyon based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Seattle to LYS flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 31ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lyon
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Lyon right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Seattle to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport:
Fête Des Lumières and Lyon Old Town are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Lyon must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Odeon of Lyon.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Lyon. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
If there's time to check out another corner of France, consider Nice, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are key reasons to visit.