Travelling from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Lyon Airport (LYS): what you need to know
Lyon is one hour ahead of Abidjan and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ABJ to LYS flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abidjan Airport to Lyon Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ABJ and LYS:
Istanbul Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Mohammed V Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abidjan Airport (ABJ) to Lyon Airport (LYS)
P26,295 is the lowest price for a one-way Abidjan Airport to Lyon Airport flight. A return flight starts at P30,992. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from ABJ to LYS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Abidjan Airport to Lyon Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ABJ to LYS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Abidjan Airport to Lyon Airport.
Handy information about Abidjan Airport (ABJ)
60% of flights taking off from Abidjan Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Abidjan Airport is about 16 kilometers from central Abidjan. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Abidjan Airport to Lyon Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ABJ:
Arriving at Lyon Airport (LYS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Abidjan Airport to Lyon Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LYS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Lyon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Lyon and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Lyon Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Lyon Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
From Lyon Airport, Lyon is approximately 26 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Lyon Airport (LYS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Abidjan Airport to Lyon Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Lyon in March.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Abidjan Airport to Lyon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABJ to LYS sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lyon. Around 386 kilometers away to the north-west, its top attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Seine River.
If you're ready to explore another side of France, head for Marseille, about 274 kilometers south of Lyon. Les Calanques, Calanques National Park and Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde are key highlights.
