Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 11 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal.
Montreal is 5 hours behind Lyon, where Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located. Montreal operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LYS to YUL is the 09:45 Air Transat service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 14:20 with Air Transat.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from LYS to Montreal.
During popular months such as September, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal that lands at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Book your ticket with Air Canada. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from LYS to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You will need an ETA for Canada if you hold a passport from France and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Lyon to LYS takes around 47 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to LYS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Montreal
P16,987 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P14,270. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from LYS to Montreal by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel near YUL if you're catching a late flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is around 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Following your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from LYS to Montreal:
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal. August is the most popular month to visit Montreal. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for cheap flights from LYS to Montreal sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Montreal, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top attractions which should be on every Montreal itinerary.
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