Travelling from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Vienna Airport (VIE): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Lyon and Vienna are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Choose from seven weekly Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport flights. The 09:55 departure with Austrian is the earliest available. Austrian operates the last service of the day at 20:45.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LYS to VIE flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Austrian Airlines is your gateway to exploring Vienna (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Austria!). Check out the direct flights from Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Austrian Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 91.94% of services arriving on schedule, Austrian Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating LYS to VIE flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport. These are the top stopovers between LYS and VIE:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Budapest Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Airport (LYS) to Vienna Airport (VIE)
Right now, P3,198 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P7,458. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LYS to VIE.
The cheapest month for flights from Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Lyon Airport (LYS)
Of the flights that depart from Lyon Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Lyon to Lyon Airport is approximately 26 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near LYS? If you're boarding an early flight from Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Vienna Airport (VIE)
Reserve a hotel close to VIE if you have a late Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Vienna Airport rental car. Book your wheels from U-Save, Wheego or Dryyve and chase adventure across Vienna and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Vienna Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Vienna Airport (VIE) to central Vienna
Vienna Airport to central Vienna has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Vienna Airport (VIE)
The quietest month for a flight from Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Vienna based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Lyon Airport to Vienna Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Vienna, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to VIE in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Austria
Graz is just one of the many cities in Austria waiting to be discovered once you've seen Vienna. Around 145 kilometers away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg.
Around 153 kilometers west of Vienna, Linz is another essential stop in Austria. Start your sightseeing at Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz).