Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Edinburgh is one hour behind Lyon and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your LYS to EDI flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Edinburgh (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze with easyJet. This popular airline has direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is easyJet.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between LYS and EDI:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
P2,489 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start at P5,557. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from LYS to EDI by booking at least nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of all flights leaving Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% land on time at their destination.
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Lyon. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LYS:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're getting in on a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Edinburgh and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Edinburgh in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LYS to EDI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Glasgow is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without seeing Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.