Travelling from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS).
Lyon is ten hours behind Melbourne. Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport is located in Lyon, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to LYS.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to LYS, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is one option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
It's holiday time, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to LYS flight, check yourself in to Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down right on cue.
About Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LYS:
Explore without limits with a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rentscape, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Lyon and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport flight.
Getting from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to central Lyon
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to the centre of Lyon is around 19 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
P25,370 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport. A return flight starts at P56,781. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to LYS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS), while September is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Lyon based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lyon is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to LYS plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Lyon
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lyon:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon are leading attractions which should be on any good Lyon itinerary.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lyon. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Les Calanques, Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde and Basilique du Sacre-Ceour.
If there's time to check out another major destination in France, consider Nice, about 290 kilometres south-east of Lyon. Mission Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice and Promenade Des Anglais are the start of reasons to visit.
