Travelling from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
The timezone in Lyon is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Toronto.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YTZ to LYS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
$776 is the lowest price for a one-way Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Return flights start at $948. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from YTZ to LYS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Of the flights that depart from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, 62.09% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport from central Toronto, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near YTZ? If you're catching an early flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Follow your own route with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Lyon and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, Lyon is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The quietest month for a flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Lyon based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Lyon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YTZ to LYS sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've done Lyon, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Travel about 386 kilometres north-west to Paris to check off its top attractions. From Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in France, consider Marseille, about 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are the start of reasons to visit.