Flying from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) leaving from here.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Reykjavik.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Reykjavik to LYS. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to LYS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik, KEF can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Keflavik International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% arrive on time at their destination.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Reykjavik to LYS flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Reykjavik International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.1%.
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Reserve a hotel near LYS if you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Lyon's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to central Lyon is about 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
$110 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Return flights start from $310. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Reykjavik to LYS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
Stay on top of deals for flight tickets from Reykjavik to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Lyon. September is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Reykjavik to LYS flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lyon, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Lyon
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lyon:
Your visit to Lyon wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon.
Explore more of France
Lyon is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south of Lyon, a visit to Marseille will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
Nice is another well-known destination in France and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. No trip is complete without a visit to Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais.
