Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon's timezone is UTC+1, making Lyon seven hours ahead of Mexico City.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MEX to LYS flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between MEX and LYS:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight is $522. A return ticket right now is $965. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEX to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEX to LYS.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport.
Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Benito Juarez International Airport from central Mexico City, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MEX:
Arriving at Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Consider staying in a hotel near LYS if you're catching a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car and explore Lyon and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from central Lyon. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Lyon. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MEX to LYS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Lyon has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres north-west of Lyon, a trip to Paris will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
If you're ready to explore another corner of France, head for Marseille, roughly 274 kilometres south of Lyon. Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major are among its highlights.